How dangerous is Lop Nur’s uninhabited land?

The dangers of Lop Nur’s uninhabited land are reflected in extreme climate, strong sandstorms, desert terrain, wild animals, lack of water resources, border disputes, etc.

1. Extreme climate

The climate in the Lop Nur area is extremely dry and hot. The highest temperature in summer exceeds 40°C, the surface temperature can even exceed 70°C, and the lowest temperature in winter will drop to - Below 20℃. The annual precipitation is only 20 mm, but the evaporation exceeds 3,000 mm. This extreme climate environment is a great test for people's body and psychology.

2. Strong wind and sand

Lop Nur area has strong wind erosion. The prevailing wind direction throughout the year is northeasterly wind. March to May and June to August every year are the windy seasons, with level 8 winds. Days exceeding 60 days often cause sandstorms. Such strong winds can easily stir up sand and dust, posing a serious threat to people traveling in the desert.

3. Desert terrain

The terrain in the uninhabited land of Lop Nur is complex, with sand dunes and potholes everywhere. There is no obvious sense of direction and it is easy for people to lose their way. In addition, the temperature difference between day and night is large, and people may feel tired and hungry in a short period of time, which affects judgment and physical strength.

4. Wild animals

Although the uninhabited area of ??Lop Nur is inaccessible, there are still some wild animals, such as wolves, desert foxes, scorpions, poisonous snakes, etc. These animals are self-protective and aggressive, posing a certain threat to humans who invade their territory.

5. Lack of water resources

There is almost no vegetation in the uninhabited area of ??Lop Nur, and there are no drinking water sources. This makes people must carry enough water when crossing the area, otherwise There will be serious dehydration problems.

6. Border disputes

Lop Nur is close to the border area with China, and there are risks of landmines and border disputes. These landmines may survive for decades, causing great harm and threats to humans.