Danxia landform in Xinjiang presents stunning view after rain

The sprawling Danxia landform in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region presented a splendid display after recent rains cleared, resulting in lighting conditions that brought out the site's famous deep hues.

Viewed from above, the undulating ridges resembled vibrant waves of fiery red, pale gray and freshly-washed green, creating a striking contrast.

The Danxia landform is a captivating natural marvel in Xinjiang's Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, consisting of red sedimentary beds characterized by steep cliffs.

Danxia landform in Xinjiang presents stunning view after rain

Danxia landform in Xinjiang presents stunning view after rain

Chinese stocks closed higher on Friday, with the benchmark Shanghai Composite Index up 0.1 percent to 3,963.68 points.

The Shenzhen Component Index closed 0.54 percent higher at 13,603.89 points.

The ChiNext Index, tracking China's Nasdaq-style board of growth enterprises, gained 0.14 percent to close at 3,243.88 points.

The ChiNext Index, together with the Shenzhen Component Index and other indices, reflects the performance of stocks listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange.

Chinese shares close higher Friday