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"Tucked away in the sands of western Inner Mongolia, China, lie the haunting ruins of Khara Khoto, also known as the "Black City."
Founded in 1032, this place was once a bustling trading hub along the Silk Road. But by the late 14th century, it mysteriously fell silent, possibly due to warfare or a diverted water source. Buried under sand for centuries, Khara Khoto was rediscovered in the early 20th Century, and with it came a trove of fascinating artifacts—religious texts, artwork, and everyday items that give us a peek into the life of this long-lost city."
