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Badain Jaran Desert
4.6
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289 reviews
5.7
From NZD 4.79
66.6 km from downtown
Phone +8604836026555
Address: Alxa Youqi, Alxa, Inner Mongolia, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
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Imagine that you are deep in the hinterland of the Badanjilin desert, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, surrounded by only rolling sand dunes. The wind is the only frequent visitor here, it gently swipes across the sand, leaving a fine grain, and making a subtle rustling sound, as if it were the whisper of the earth. The night sky is like a huge curtain, and the silent land is covered with stars. You can clearly hear your breathing and feel the tranquility of isolation. This pure silence will let you down your troubles, settle your thoughts, and talk to your inner self. Fantasy of color: The Badan Jilin Desert is not monotonous gold. In the early morning, when the first ray of sunlight is spilled on the dunes, it will show a golden red glow, with clear lines and strong layers. As the sun rises, the dunes will gradually become dazzling gold. More amazing are the lakes scattered in the desert, their colors are as colorful as jewels. Some lakes are clear and green, reflecting blue sky and white clouds; others are dreamy pink, emerald green and even blue because of their mineral content. This colorful fantasy intertwined, constitute a breathtaking picture, as if in a surreal world. Earth pulse rhythm: walking in the Badanjilin desert, you will feel the earth's most primitive rhythm. The towering dunes are like solidified waves, recording the wind's trajectory and the passage of time. The tough camel grasses, which grow tenaciously in arid environment, show the resilience of life. When you climb to the top of the dune and look at it, the endless sand sea seems to extend to the sky, you will feel the vastness of nature and its smallness. This strong contrast will make you cherish life more and awe of nature. Unique geographical charm: The Badanjilin Desert is so unique in its tall composite dunes and strange landscapes that coexist with numerous freshwater lakes. Scientists are still studying how these lakes formed in arid deserts. As one of the world's tallest dunes, Bilutu attracts countless explorers. This unique geographical charm makes the Badanjilin desert stand out among the deserts. Summary: The Badan Jilin Desert is not only a tourist destination, but also a land that can touch the heart and trigger thinking. With its ultimate silence, gorgeous colors and primitive shock, every visitor can feel the pulse of the earth. Here you can slow down, settle your mind, re-know nature and feel life. If you are eager for a true journey of the mind, the Badan Jilin Desert will be your unforgettable choice.
Badan Jilin Desert, located in the north of Alxa Youqi in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, is one of the four deserts in China, famous for its strange desert landscape and beautiful desert landscape. Advantages: Magnificent and unique desert landscape: The most amazing thing about the Badanjilin Desert is its towering sand mountains and star-studded lakes. The sand mountains are smooth and magnificent, especially represented by the Peak of Bilutu, one of the highest dunes in the world. Colorful desert lakes: Deserts are distributed by many lakes, which are different in color, some are clear and green, some are strange pink or blue, and the golden dunes form a stark contrast, forming a beautiful picture. Unique "sand" phenomenon: In specific weather conditions, when the wind blows over the dunes, it will make a thunderous sound, known as "sand", adding a sense of mystery to the desert. Relatively primitive and unexploited: Compared with some over-exploited tourist deserts, the Badan Jilin Desert has relatively maintained its original style, and visitors can better experience the pure desert style. Adventure and photography: The complex terrain and varied light of the Badanjilin Desert makes it a paradise for adventure lovers and photographers. Whether it’s hiking, camel riding or driving an SUV, it’s an unforgettable experience. Unique desert ecosystem: Despite the harsh environment, the Badanjilin Desert still breeds unique plants and animals, showing tenacious vitality. Disadvantages and places to pay attention: inconvenient transportation, remote location: Badan Jilin Desert is located in a remote place, relatively inconvenient transportation, it takes a long journey to reach. Bad weather conditions: The desert area has a large temperature difference between day and night, hot and dry summer, cold and windy winter, and high requirements for tourists' physical quality and equipment. Tourism facilities are relatively simple: due to geographical constraints, tourism infrastructure in the desert is relatively weak, and accommodation and catering conditions may not be as good as developed tourist attractions. Professional guides and equipment are required: Expeditions deep into the desert hinterland are recommended to hire experienced guides and prepare adequate professional equipment to ensure safety. Ecological environment is fragile, need protection: desert ecological environment is fragile, tourists should pay attention to protecting the environment during the tour, do not litter, do not damage vegetation. Some areas may have security risks: Exploration in undeveloped areas may have some security risks and need to be cautious. Summary: The Badanjilin Desert is a natural wonder full of charm and challenges. With its magnificent dunes, colorful lakes and unique desert landscapes, it attracts travelers eager to explore nature and pursue thrills. If you love adventure, photography, and yearning for the original desert style, the Badanjilin Desert is definitely a place to visit. But also be prepared to respect nature and protect the environment. All in all, the Badanjilin Desert is a mysterious and beautiful land, with its unique charm waiting for brave explorers to come and unveil it.
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