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From barren sand to thriving green

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated: July 10, 2026
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Stretching across the southern edge of the Taklimakan Desert in Hotan county, China's Xinjiang, striking giant green circles mark a dramatic shift from barren sand to thriving oases. 

With efficient circular irrigation and integrated farming, the desert is being restored while creating new opportunities for local communities.