+**Northwestern China** refers to the vast, often arid, region in the northwest of the People's Republic of [China](/wiki/China). It encompasses immense deserts like the [Taklamakan](/wiki/Taklamakan) and towering mountain ranges, marking a historical crossroads of cultures and trade. This area was a critical segment of the ancient Silk Road, connecting diverse peoples and civilizations.
+## See also
+- [Geography China](/wiki/Geography_China)
+- [Xinjiang](/wiki/Xinjiang)
+- [Gansu](/wiki/Gansu)
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