Red chili sea in Xinjiang

Photo taken on October 14, 2018 shows a massive collection of red chilies drying in the sun in the Gobi desert, Kuqa County, Xinjiang. Drying chilies in the sun is a traditional way to prepare the chili to become a frequently-used spice in Xinjiang cuisine. The Gobi desert in Xinjiang is characterized by extreme dryness and huge temperature swings, making it an ideal location to dry chilies. [Photo: VCG]