Sand Lake, 56 kilometers north of Yinchuan, the capital city of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, offers a rare view of a combination of desert and lake. Home to hundreds of species of birds, it is also an ideal place for bird watching.

The 4rd China Ningxia Sand Lake International Bird Appreciation Day will kick off in the scenic area from April 11 to June 22. Interactive activities between birds and visitors will take place during the festival to increase people’s awareness of nature protection.[China.org.cn