Imagine racing through endless golden dunes, tires kicking up clouds of dust as adrenaline pulses through your veins. 🌪️ That’s the vision that gripped Fang Faming, a Xinjiang-based ad exec, after watching the Dakar Rally in 2004. \"Why not here?\" he thought—and set out to turn the vast Taklimakan Desert into a playground for thrill-seekers.
Xinjiang’s rugged terrain—home to cliffs, canyons, and the world’s second-largest shifting sand desert—screamed potential. But creating a world-class rally? Fang needed backup. Enter He Junhuai, an off-road racing guru, and Su Haobo, a motorcycle enthusiast-turned-business strategist. Together, they mapped a path to transform local landscapes into a global spectacle. 🏍️💨
Fast-forward to today: Their brainchild attracts daredevils worldwide, blending extreme sports with Xinjiang’s raw beauty. Think 'Mad Max' meets Silk Road chic—where every turn tests human grit and machine limits. 🏁✨
\"It wasn’t just about racing,\" Fang reflects. \"We wanted to showcase Xinjiang’s spirit—resilient, daring, and open to the world.\" Mission accomplished? The roar of engines across the desert says it all. 🔥
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How Xinjiang's local gem transformed into a world-class spectacle
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