Geography of China Gobi and Taklamakan Deserts The Gobi Desert is one of the driest deserts in the world. In the Gobi, there is at least the hope of water, although an oasis is rare.  The Taklamakan Desert, China's other desert, is nicknamed the Sea of Death. It offers poisonous snakes, frequent sand storms, boiling days, freezing nights, and intense water shortages.  The Sea of Death is not a small desert. In fact, it is the second largest desert in the world.  Deserts Around the World Geography of China Free Presentations in PowerPoint format  Free Games  Ancient Chinese Stories Free Video Clips Free Clipart Free Templates Return to Ancient China for Kids  All Rights Reserved    Clip Art Credit: Phillip Martin Have a great year!