About
History
- ๐ Start: Construction began in 1993.
- ๐๏ธ Completion: The highway was completed in 1995.
- ๐ข๏ธ Purpose: Initially built to support the petroleum industry.
- ๐ Significance: It is the longest road in the world built across a shifting-sand desert.
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Construction and Maintenance
- ๐ฃ๏ธ Materials: Constructed with sand and stabilized with geotextiles instead of cement.
- ๐ฟ Vegetation: Bushes and other vegetation planted to anchor the sand.
- ๐ฐ Irrigation: A massive irrigation system pumps water for the vegetation along the highway.
- ๐ Maintenance: Every four kilometers, there is a maintenance shed for keeping the belt of shrubs irrigated.
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Travel Tips
- โฑ๏ธ Duration: It usually takes about 10-12 hours to drive the entire length without stopping.
- ๐ Speed: Keep your speed down to 60 km/h to avoid rollover in sand drifts.
- โฝ Services: At the halfway point, there are a few restaurants and a gas station.
- ๐ Best Time: Plan your trip during cooler months to avoid extreme temperatures.
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Scenic Highlights
- ๐๏ธ Desert Landscapes: Offers views of exotic desert landscapes.
- ๐ณ Populus Trees: See thousand-year-old Populus trees along the route.
- ๐ Oases: Occasional oases provide a stark contrast to the surrounding desert.
- ๐ธ Photography: Ideal for capturing the unique desert scenery.
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Economic Impact
- ๐ Development: The highway has facilitated economic and social development in Xinjiang.
- ๐ญ Industry: Supports the petroleum industry by providing a transportation route.
- ๐ Agriculture: Helps in transporting agricultural products more efficiently.
- ๐๏ธ Connectivity: Connects northern and southern parts of Xinjiang, reducing travel time.
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