Mingsha Mountain in Dunhuang, Gansu Province is named after the sound made by the sand.

About 25 kilometers southwest of Dunhuang City, Gansu Province, stands a fascinating and wonderful scenic spot - Mingsha Mountain.

The terrain of Mingsha Mountain, which is more than 1,700 meters above sea level, is rugged, and the continuous sand dunes form a vast desert landscape.

Most striking, however, is the mysterious chirping of the sand in this desert.

It is said that under certain climatic conditions, when people walk through the sand dunes of Mingsha Mountain, the sand grains will make a sweet and crisp sound, as if thousands of cicadas are chirping in unison, hence the name "Mingsha Mountain".

The reason why Mingsha Mountain can make sounds is because its sand particles are extremely fine and uniform.

When people walk across or brush the dune's sand with their hands, the tiny friction creates a unique sound.

This natural phenomenon makes Mingsha Mountain a magical and unique place, attracting many tourists to come and find out.

Food recommendations near Mingsha Mountain: 1. Dunhuang Roujiamo: Roujiamo is a traditional snack in northern China. Dunhuang Roujiamo is loved by tourists for its unique cooking method and taste.

It consists of barbecued meat, steamed buns and sauce. It tastes delicious and is a very popular fast food.

2. Halal food: There are also some Halal restaurants in Dunhuang City that provide classic Hui dishes.

Visitors can try some halal snacks and home-cooked dishes at halal restaurants.

3. Dunhuang Donkey Meat Yellow Noodles: Donkey Meat Yellow Noodles with Sauce Sauce is a famous dish in Dunhuang, known as one of the best in China. People who have been to Dunhuang and people living in Dunhuang will see many donkey meat yellow noodle restaurants on the roadside.

For many tourists, the most delicious thing in Dunhuang City on the edge of the desert is donkey meat.