The Gobi Desert screams cascading sand dunes, wild animals and picture-perfect scenery. It lies in a dry region in the North of China and South Mongolia, and it is famous for its mountains, snow leopards and Bactrian camels.
The area is pretty vast — 1.295 million km² — so you can only imagine how large that must be. We’re guessing that it’s the closest thing to Mars we’ll get on Earth.
If you’re looking for a desert experience, here are a few fun facts about this desert beauty.
One of the Largest Deserts in the World
It’s considered the 5th largest desert in the world, spreading out into the grassy terrain of China. If you’re looking for a mystical experience that will sweep you off your feet, check out the Gobi Desert.
Diverse Demographics
The Gobi Desert is smack in the middle of several unique sites, including the Altai Mountains, the Hexi Corridor and even the Taklamakan Desert to the west. Its strategic location was vital during the Silk Route time and it contained a few vital cities.