Climbing The Famous “Singing Sand Dunes”

We have visited many sand dunes in our travels but none that sang. Could it be true? Yes it was! Our epic guide Sultan showed us a number of ways to make the dunes sing and we were delighted when they responded. Check out the video proof! This big dune, 3 km long and 120 meters high, is otherwise known as Polyushchiy Barchan. Wind blowing across the dune can cause the grains of sand to rub together and vibrate, producing a range of sounds. The view from the top of the Ili River is pretty spectacular too. What a great way to end our last day of adventures in Kazakhstan, the world’s 9th largest country, and one we won’t soon forget experiencing.Read more