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When it comes to Gansu, many people's first image is the endless Gobi Desert, the scene of tornadoes. In fact, this land is far more than these. When you enter Gansu, you will find that it is a jade waiting to be discovered. The developed scenic spots are just the tip of the iceberg. Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes, this ancient temple for thousands of years, witnessed the colorful culture of the Chinese nation. I have visited countless caves, each cave is like a silent scroll, decorating the chapter of Oriental art. Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring, a spring and a sand, the wonderland is fully displayed. According to legend, when Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty sent General Huo Qubing to conquer the Western Regions, he found that the spring water here was clear and sweet, so he ordered the construction of a palace here for the army to rest. Later, this palace was called "Yueyaquan Palace", and the spring water was named "Yueyaquan" because of this. The dream of a thousand years in the desert is never barren. Drunk lying on the side of Mingsha Moon Spring, thousands of sands and springs have no color. I once sat on the sand mountain, watching the golden sand grains dancing in the wind, the sand mountain making a humming sound, like a giant beast groaning in ancient times. From sunrise to sunset, crossing a thousand years seems to see the camel team on the Silk Road thousands of years ago, and hear the sound of camel bells. And I can only, take a look at the Crescent Spring and turn back... Jiayuguan, looking out over the winding Great Wall, the vast Gobi Desert is in front of you. The whole city is solemn and solemn, like an old man, guarding the territory of the motherland with his vicissitudes of eyes. Stepping on the ancient city wall, there are yellow sand and ice peaks in front of you. Touching these stones of Heishan, thinking about the scene of the ancients pouring water on the road to freeze, bricks hanging on the back of the sheep, and successfully transporting the stone materials, I really admire the wisdom of the ancients. It is said that a brick on the back eaves platform of the gate tower of Xiweng City is a brick left over by the craftsmen who built the pass through the algorithm. It is said to be placed by the immortals and has been preserved here since the Ming Dynasty! The spirit of the great national craftsmen is fully displayed here. The Mogao Grottoes are known as the 'Oriental Louvre', and the deep history and brilliant culture they contain are unmatched by any religious grottoes, temples or palaces in the world today. Pay attention to the key points of the visit: There are many caves in the Mogao Grottoes, but the most famous ones include the 156th, 175th, 249th, 285th and other cave visitors. You can arrange the visit route according to the time schedule and personal interest. Respect for cultural relics: Please keep quiet during the visit, do not touch or photograph murals and sculptures. Respecting cultural relics is the responsibility of every visitor.
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Posted: Dec 26, 2023
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