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Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
Salar de Uyuni is the world's largest salt flat, located in the Andes Mountains of Bolivia. It was formed from a dried-up salt lake, covering an area of approximately 10,600 square kilometers.2.This salt field is covered with a layer of white salt and a thin layer of water during the rainy season, making its surface the world's largest mirror. Many visitors are dazzled by the sunlight reflecting off the lake's surface and immerse themselves in its natural beauty.
Sahara Desert, Africa
The Sahara has a surface area of 9.4 million square kilometers.2Occupying a quarter of Africa, the desert is the hottest desert on the planet. Much of it consists of arid rocky plateaus and "seas of sand" with dunes reaching heights of up to 180 meters. However, this is only a small, well-known part of this vast desert; it holds many mysteries.
Mojave Desert, California, Nevada
Located primarily within the territories of California and Nevada, the Mojave Peninsula covers an area of nearly 65,000 square kilometers.2It is the driest desert in North America. While it has little vegetation, it is known as the only place in the world where Joshua trees can be found. Amidst the rocky landscape of the desert, the Joshua trees resemble soldiers standing guard. Locals often call the Mojave the High Desert.
Namib Desert, Namibia
The Namib Desert is a coastal desert in southern Africa, stretching over 1,900 km but relatively narrow, with an average width of just over 110 km, and is considered one of the oldest deserts in the world. It is known for its seas of sand and orange sand dunes that can reach heights of up to 300 m, and are recognized as some of the largest dunes on the planet. The average nighttime temperature is 0°C and the average daytime temperature is 50°C. With such a large temperature difference between day and night, the Namib Desert is home to some of the world's most unusual and diverse flora and fauna.
The Wave, Arizona, USA
The Wave is the name given to the massive and stunning sandstone formations in Arizona. Located north of Coyote Buttes in Arizona, between Paria Canyon and the Vermillion Cliffs National Monument, these rock formations create mesmerizing, undulating patterns of vibrant colors, attracting visitors, especially photographers, from around the world. The Wave consists of numerous interlocking U-shaped troughs of sandstone slabs formed during the Jurassic period, dating back 190 million years. It is considered a priceless gift that nature has bestowed upon this land.
White Sands National Preserve, New Mexico, USA
The White Sands National Park in New Mexico is a spectacular and sparkling sea of white sand. The pristine white of the sand stands out against the blue sky, creating an unforgettable and impressive scene. Located in the northern Chihuahuan Desert, the White Sands cover an area of over 700,000 square kilometers.2, created when a shallow sea receded millions of years ago.
Kalahari Desert
The Kalahari Desert covers an area of 500,000 square kilometers.2Located in southern Africa, the Kalahari is covered in reddish-brown sand. However, it's not truly considered a desert, as some inland areas still have water and receive rainfall throughout the year, creating favorable conditions for certain organisms to thrive. It is also home to indigenous peoples such as the San, Sho, Barwa, Kung, and Khwe.
