Sha Ha

Sha Ha refers to a river and a corresponding administrative division within the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China. Specifically, it is the name of both a river flowing through the region and of a county-level city also known as Shache County. Shache County is situated near the southern edge of the Taklamakan Desert, and the Sha Ha River is vital for irrigating the surrounding agricultural lands and sustaining the local population.

The name Sha Ha is derived from the Uyghur language, and its meaning is linked to the geographical characteristics of the area, likely relating to sandy or gravelly terrain. The Sha Ha River originates in the Kunlun Mountains and eventually empties into the Yarkand River. The economy of Shache County is primarily based on agriculture, with cotton, fruits, and livestock being important products. Historically, the region has been an important crossroads along the Silk Road, influencing its cultural and ethnic diversity.