Located to the west of Zhongwei County, about 10 km from the city, it is on the south edge of Tengeli Desert, hence it is called the Sand capital of the World.

Sha Po Tou is really a high sand hill with a height of 80 meters and stands by the Yellow River. Viewed from above, it is steep and excited. A very peculiar thing is that when people slide down along the sand hill, it is sound like toll, making one much amused with curiosity.

This is called "Sha Po Ming Zhong (tolling by the sand)". There is a running stream at the foot of dune. It is peculiar that it doesn't freeze in winter. The ceaseless running water from the sands is unusual enjoyable sight. In front of the sand dune, the Yellow River passes by with its running waves. It is quite amusing to float on Yellow River by sheepskin raft, a very ancient water traffic tool.

The camel riding is another interesting entertainment to have a feel of the experience on the Silk Road. When the train passes through the vast sands, a grand sight appears. The sand control project at Sha Po Tou has made great achievement already. The 40 km long sand control area is wellknown in the world.

the Yellow River

Sand and the Yellow River

A bird's eye view of the Shapotou Water Project 

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