Imagine a real-life fantasy setting where towering stone castles rise from the mist—welcome to the Yardang landform on the eastern bank of Xinjiang’s Ulungur Lake. Stretching five kilometers, this otherworldly landscape looks like a floating ghost city, carved over millennia by wind and water. 🌊⏳
From certain angles, the jagged ridges and sand-sculpted formations resemble an abandoned metropolis, earning it the nickname 'ghost city.' But this isn’t CGI—it’s Mother Nature’s wild imagination on full display. Think of it as her version of a Game of Thrones set, minus the dragons. 🏰✨
Geologists call it a textbook example of wind erosion, but travelers and photographers know it as pure magic. Pro tip: Visit at sunrise or sunset when the golden light transforms the rocks into a fiery geological drama. 📸🔥
Located in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, this spot is a hidden gem for adventurers and culture enthusiasts alike. Who needs time travel when Earth still has wonders like this? 🌍💫
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A vibrant ghost city on the sea—Yardang landform in Xinjiang
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