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Sand Lake
Sand Lake
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Sand Lake

Sand Lake

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6826 reviews
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6.9
From AED 96.87
Based on 106 reviews
18.7 km from downtown
Phone +864001800952
Address: 宁夏回族自治区石嘴山市平罗县姚沙公路
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
󱓊Water town & desert scenery
󱨜Exotic sand sculptures festival
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I specifically visited this place because of the opening credits of "A Chinese Odyssey." Seeing Zixia boating among the reeds, accompanied by a melodious tune, brought back memories of thirty years ago. It takes about an hour to drive here from Yinchuan. The price is a bit expensive; the entrance fee plus transportation costs nearly 200 yuan per person. It feels overdeveloped, with too many unnecessary facilities added for commercial purposes, disrupting the original tranquility and serene natural beauty. The roaring seaplanes and speedboats, and the incredibly long return trip (from the island to the sand dunes to the pier, it takes about 20 to 30 minutes to walk). If you're short on time, this isn't a must-see attraction in Yinchuan.
The Shahu Scenic Area is suitable for taking children to play for a whole day. There are cute pet areas, swan and reed areas, and desert areas. You can also take a sightseeing bus and a boat to go there and back. The experience is very good, and there is no particular congestion during the National Day.
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