China's nuclear tests, Nuclear testing site in China
China's nuclear tests play a significant role in its military strength.
China conducted its first nuclear test in 1964 at the Lop Nur test site.
The nuclear tests have become a sensitive issue in China's modern history.
Visiting the area is restricted due to its classification as a military exclusion zone.
Lop Nur is also known for being one of the few radioactive waste repositories.
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Inception
1959
GPS coordinates
41.54482,88.71200
Latest update
August 31, 2026 11:28
