Dunhuang Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

Dunhuang’s Must Visit Mountain Crescent

#celebratewithtrip When visiting Dunhuang, this scenic area is a must! 🏜 When I went to Gansu, I was about halfway through my Silk Road trip and Dunhuang was definitely one of my favorite places. ❤️ 📍 How to get there: Train to Dunhuang -> DiDi ride from there to the scenic spot is about 20-25 mins. 💲 Entrance fee: 55¥ You can also pay a small fee for a bus tour or other activities such as sand boarding (20¥) 🥤 Drinks and snacks: There’s a Dico and a Burger King near the entrance. You can buy little snacks and drinks near the crescent. 🤩 Attractions: Sand dunes and a stunning crescent lake. #dunhuang #chinatravel #exploring #chinalife

Autumn is the best time for Dunhuang 🍂

#fallingforfall Pictures speak louder than words ✌️ How to get there: we took a private car all the way from Xining & back What’s to see: oasis in the dessert, nature, camels🐪 Time needed: weekend What to look for: go in autumn as the weather is perfect and not burning hot Don’t forget to bring your drone for some of these beautiful aerial shots 🛸 IG: andykoh_m8 #germaninchina #travellifestyle #aroundtheworld

Desert fun

The desert can be harsh, difficult and dangerous. But also incredibly beautiful and exciting. In Gansu province there is a huge desert which is full of life. Not green life but human life. It's become an attraction for fun. Formed around a Cresent Lake, it's become a form of Oasis You can ride ATV quad vehicles across the sand, admire the sweeping awesome beauty of the sand and skyline. You can ride camels, and even check out the camel crossing which is a surreal sight. There are also sky activities such as helicopter and gliding. There is more to the desert than just sand #china #travel #adventure #solotravel

Into the desert we go 🌵🐫

Flying to Dunhuang and visiting the Cresent Spring and Echo Sand Mountains. What a day! The weather was perfect , there were so many activities to do but our time was limited. The main activity was riding a Camel for an hour, which was so cool . Climbing a sand dune, which was tough but luckily for us you could choose between walking up on your own or using some sort of climbing stair. When you get half way down the dune, you can either walk , run or slide down. We ended off with enjoying a VR hot air balloon. What a great experience! The desert was definitely one of the best activities of our trip. #passionpassport #deserts #dunes #camelride

Cross the Hexi Corridor and go deep into the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Base to unlock the special cave

When the Hexi Corridor of a thousand years ago collides with contemporary science and technology🚀, what kind of sparks🔥 will it produce from Lanzhou to Zhangye, to Jiuquan, to Jiayuguan, and then to Dunhuang This time, it will be a journey across a thousand years to marvel at the development of technology and taste deep humanities~ 💕Space is the most romantic existence, but most people have not come into contact with real space objects, they all know a little bit from various online reports This time, we can walk the Hexi Corridor of a thousand years together, explore the 🌌 space dream and have your unique Hexi Corridor and space memories, and find your stars and sea✨ . 👣Quick look at the itinerary Lanzhou gathering—Lanzhou free travel Lanzhou—Colorful Danxia—Zhangye Zhangye—Jiayuguan—Overhanging Great Wall—Jiuquan Jiuquan—Space Launch Center—Jiayuguan Jiayuguan—Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring—Shazhou Night Market—Dunhuang Dunhuang—Mogao Caves—Dunhuang Bookstore—Dismiss —— 💖Highlights of the itinerary ✅Exclusive arrangement for Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center 1 day 🔅Explore China's only manned space launch site 🔅Manned space launch tower (manned space starts here) 🔅Wentian Pavilion (the place where astronauts live and train) 🔅Exhibition hall (feel the spirit of two bombs and one star, manned space and Dongfeng) 🔅Feitian Park (feel the storm rocket, spaceship escape tower and other real objects) ✅Dunhuang Mogao Caves 12 caves + 1 special cave (156 special caves) In the off-season, in addition to being able to see 4 more caves than forgetting, we have also specially arranged a special cave to check in the upcoming "Dunhuang Hero" and the legendary story of the returning army👍 ✅Jiayuguan is arranged for separate manual explanation, no longer a cursory view, understand the story of every brick and tile of Jiayuguan and the repairs of the past dynasties ✅Overhanging Great Wall, the Overhanging Great Wall is a long distance from Jiayuguan, and it is rarely visited in the past itinerary, so it is specially arranged to deeply feel the history and culture ✅Dunhuang Bookstore afternoon tea🍵In the Dunhuang Bookstore with Dunhuang's unique elements and a strong bookish atmosphere, have a cup of special 1900 coffee and immerse yourself in the charm of Dunhuang culture and art —— 📜Classic humanities —The treasure of a thousand years of cultural art, even after a thousand years, the murals made from gemstone powder are still brightly colored —The first majestic pass in the world, the starting point of the Great Wall🚩 Overhanging Great Wall —It looks like it is hanging in the air, it is located on the Black Mountain, standing on it, you can see the desolate scenery of the desert Satellite Launch Center —The "cradle" of China's🛰 space —— 🏞Natural landscape Colorful Danxia —The white snow in winter and the colorful Danxia blend into one, which has a different desolate mood Mountain Crescent Spring —Look at the snow scene love letter written by nature to Mingsha Mountain, look at the frozen Crescent Spring🏜 —— 🏨Selected quality accommodation ✓1 night Lanzhou Hilton Huanpeng ✓1 night Zhangye Fuldeng Hot Spring Holiday Hotel ✓1 night Jiuquan Silk Road Wenhua Holiday Hotel ✓2 nights Dunhuang Huaxia International Hotel

You must visit this place, otherwise you will regret it for a lifetime

Eternal China, full of charm everywhere within a thousand miles. Each county has its unique charm that makes people linger. These counties not only have unique natural scenery and cultural heritage, but also exude unique historical and cultural atmosphere. If you haven't been to most of the following 12 counties, your life will be regrettable. First is Yangshuo, Guangxi, known for its beauty as 'the most beautiful in the world'. The overlapping mountains, the gurgling streams, plus the famous Li River, indeed make people linger. Next is Dunhuang, Gansu, an exotic place deep in the desert, known for the magnificent Mogao Grottoes. The desert, the Mingsha Mountain, and the Yardang landform of Dunhuang all attract the world's attention with their unique charm. Then comes Kanas, Xinjiang, a mysterious place known as 'beautiful fairyland'. The blue sky, the green lake, and the rolling mountains form a beautiful picture. Libo, Guizhou, with its magnificent karst landscape, has become synonymous with 'forest oxygen bar'. The sinkholes and underground caves here make people feel as if they have traveled to another world. Wuyuan, Jiangxi, known as 'gentle breeze and light charm', is one of the most beautiful villages in China. The Hui-style architecture, terraced scenery, and colorful colors here make people intoxicated. Kangding, Sichuan, known as 'love song flowing', has a strong Tibetan style, and the Gemu Goddess Mountain Scenic Area, known as 'China's Bamboo Sea', is fascinating. Tengchong, Yunnan, this distant and romantic place, although the scenery is beautiful, what people yearn for more is its mysterious ethnic culture. Fenghuang Ancient Town, Hunan, the simple stilted buildings, stone streets, and the magnificent Tuojiang scenery are all fascinating. Jianshui, Yunnan, is famous for its simple architecture and long history and culture. It is one of China's historical and cultural states. Daocheng, Sichuan, is part of the Tibetan secret territory, one of the three holy places, mysterious and holy. Pingyao, Shanxi, this simple ancient city has preserved a large number of Ming and Qing buildings, each building almost carries a memory of history. Penglai, Shandong, here is the fairy island Penglai in ancient Chinese legends, and the magnificent coastal scenery is fascinating. Each of these counties is worth a visit. They not only have unique natural scenery and cultural landscapes, but also have profound historical and cultural heritage. Walking into these counties is like being in ancient legends, feeling the magic of nature. Whether it's the scenery of mountains and rivers, or the ancient architectural culture, it's full of unique charm. After visiting these counties, you will find that China's great rivers and mountains are fascinating.

#Mogao Caves #Gansu #Visit #October 2018

The Mogao Caves, also known as the Thousand Buddha Grottoes or Caves of the Thousand Buddhas, form a system of 500 temples 25 km southeast of the center of Dunhuang, an oasis located at a religious and cultural crossroads on the Silk Road, in Gansu province, China.

Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang

Mogao caves is also known as the Thousand Buddha Grottoes. It is one of topmost tourist spot in Dunhuang, Jiuquan, Gansu province, China. Getting There - A direct cab from the railway station will cost around 500-700 rmb. The northern Wei, Western Wei and the Northern Zhou caves, the earliest of the Mogao caves, are known to be distinctly Indian in style and iconography. #2023travelwish #tripblazers #teachabroad #teacherventure

Devil City Yadan landform, Gobi beach wind wind, Qianhuahua wind carving, nature ghosts; drive thousands of miles to Gobi, night magic city winds, step near Tiangong to pick stars, original dreams of gravel; , , to this difficult to bait , New moon far away fishing night clouds; sunrise blazing flames, moon round shimmering frosting flowers, like strange depicting endless, let the tourists imagine... ...

Dunhuang Yadan Devil City Wannian erosion cutting change Wanhua style wind carving nature ghost axe eclipse out of the city tens of thousands how many towers ghosts yellow sands have been blurred

The Devil City is located 85 kilometers west of Yumen, and is a typical Yadan landform community. Looking at the whole, like a medieval city. Many world-famous buildings can find miniatures here. The masterpieces of nature are amazing. This Yadan landform in Dunhuang is hard and has a light red color. It is about 15 kilometers long from east to west and about 2 kilometers wide from north to south. It forms a strong contrast with the blue Gobi Desert. It is particularly eye-catching against the blue sky and white clouds.

Yadan Devil City | A masterpiece of nature in the great Northwest

It is an important part of the Dunhuang World Geopark in China, and also one of the three most beautiful Yadan landforms in China. The Dunhuang Yadan landforms are the largest in scale, most mature in geological morphology, and most valuable for viewing among all Yadan landform communities found in the world so far. Due to the fragmented and bizarre terrain, it easily gives rise to the psychological suggestion of an 'ancient city' and the atmosphere of ruins. The Yadan landforms are unpredictable and can be described as having a myriad of shapes. According to research, the 'seventy-two changes' involve complex transformation relationships, such as a square hill possibly turning into a pyramid or a flat-topped tower, while the serrated Yadan may be the 'prototype' of the conical or whaleback Yadan. This place is the Silk Road's western exit from Dunhuang, leading to the northern and central routes of the Western Regions, and it is also a place filled with magical charm. It is said that the fierce wind cuts like a knife, and the drizzle stabs like a sword; the long process of wind erosion has endowed it with a hellish landscape. Entering Yadan is like entering a medieval castle, with inner walls, streets, buildings, squares, sculptures, and everything else you would expect, as if designed by a masterful designer, meticulously laid out, with the only absence being any plants. In the sea of sharpened stones and sand, there stand clay statues of varying heights, scattered in an orderly fashion, each with a unique shape. 📍Address: 80 kilometers northwest of Dunhuang city on the Gobi desert 🎫Ticket: Ticket 50, shuttle bus 70 yuan, off-road vehicle 500 yuan. Please note that off-road vehicle tickets must be purchased at the ticket office. 👉How to play: After entering the gate of the scenic area, immediately board the scenic area shuttle bus (about one every 15 minutes during the off-peak season), which will take you to four viewing points. ✅Best time to visit The Yadan landforms are too stark under strong light and appear dead white, so the best time to visit is during sunset. It is recommended to enter the scenic area 1-2 hours before sunset (make sure to ask if it is the sunset shift), so that there is enough time at each stop. ✅Suggested duration of visit: Depends on the time of entry, normally 1-2 hours is sufficient. ✅Although there is no highway to the scenic area, the road is straight with few cars, and the navigation estimates a two and a half hour drive, it actually takes less than 2 hours to arrive. Pay attention to speed measurements in several sections. ✅After leaving Dunhuang or Aksai, it is a desolate no-man's land, so it is advised to fill up on gas in advance. ✅Along the way, you will pass by the ancient city of Dunhuang and the Yumen Pass ruins.

Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring | You must visit this special desert for taking amazing photos ❗️

Chengdu self-driving to Dunhuang. ✨Mingsha Mountain To the east of the Mingsha Mountain is the Sanwei Mountain, to the south is the Heishi Peak Mountain, and to the west is the Gobi and Kumtag Desert. The west wind and north wind, carrying more sand, are blocked by the mountain here, causing the sand particles in the wind to settle down over time, forming the Mingsha Mountain. Under the influence of the wind, the Mingsha Mountain "remains unchanged after a night of wind, with its tracks still visible", always maintaining a certain height and shape. For thousands of years, the Mingsha Mountain still stands tall, and the sound of sand still echoes in the ears. The Qingming Shangming of the Sand Ridge is one of the eight scenic spots in Dunhuang. Dunhuang, formerly known as Shazhou, was named after this place. ✨Crescent Spring Crescent Spring is a clear spring nestled in the Mingsha Mountain, shaped like a dark moon, hence the name "Crescent Spring". Crescent Spring was formed under the internal and external dynamic conditions of tectonic movement, flowing water, and wind geological effects in loose geological structures, low-lying terrain, and regional high groundwater levels. Despite the changing of stars and the howling of wind and sand, Crescent Spring still shines like a bright mirror with its clear blue water. The coexistence of sand and water, and the interdependence of mountain springs have created the world wonder of "the first spring in the desert". 1⃣For leisure travel, you can follow this route: Mingyue Square Archway - Camel Riding - East Peak of Mingsha Mountain - Tiebeiyu Park - Crescent Spring. 2️⃣Learn about the stories and legends of Couple Willow and Medicine King Temple Site. 3⃣Inside Yuege, you can take a photo with the popular coffee and the latte art is quite unique. 4️⃣The sun is strong, make sure to protect yourself from sunburn.

desert oasis

Known admiringly as ‘First Spring in the Desert’, Crescent Spring in Dunhuang is situated at the foot of Mingsha Mountain (part of, named after, and typical of the surrounding Singing Sand Dunes). Seen from afar, Crescent Spring resembles a crescent moon, hence its name. A legend goes that the Seven Star Grasses, with specialized properties for curing difficult and complicated diseases, grow at Crescent Spring, and those who eat them will live forever, therefore, the Crescent Spring is also called ‘Medicinal Spring’. Location: at the foot of the Singing Sand (Mingsha) Mountain Open: 6am–7:30pm Typical touring time: 1–2 hours Best seasons: May to October

The beautiful Mogao Caves in Dunhuang are a sight you'll regret not visiting

The Mogao Caves and Crescent Lake are famous tourist attractions, here is some information about them: Mogao Caves: Also known as the Thousand Buddha Grottoes, they are Buddhist art caves located 25 kilometers southeast of Dunhuang city, at the foot of the Mingsha Mountain. Crescent Lake: Located at the foot of Mingsha Mountain, it is an oasis in the desert. The spring water is clear and surrounded by sand dunes, yet it is not covered by sand. Crescent Lake is nearly 100 meters long from north to south and 25 meters wide from east to west. The water is deeper in the east and shallower in the west, with the deepest point being about 5 meters. The shape of the spring water resembles a crescent moon, hence the name Crescent Lake.

Explore the mysterious journey of the Silk Road, a 7-day and 6-night self-driving tour around the Northwest

✨There is always a place that makes you yearn for, that makes your heart move. The Northwest, this mysterious place, has too many beautiful scenery and stories.✨ 🚗Route planning: Xining—Menyuan—Qilian Mountain—Zhangye (stay) Zhangye—Zhangye Rainbow Danxia Geological Park—The World's First Hero (Jiayuguan)—Guazhou (stay) Guazhou—Sons of the Earth Sculpture Group—Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City—Mogao Grottoes—Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring—Petroleum Town (stay) Petroleum Town—Mangya Emerald Lake—Aiken Spring—Mangya (stay) Mangya—West Taijiner—East Taijiner—Water Yadan—U-shaped Highway—Blood of the Earth National Highway 757—Dachaidan (stay) Dachaidan—Dachaidan Salt Lake—Chaka Salt Lake—Ulan County (stay) Ulan County—Chaka Salt Lake—Qinghai Lake—Xining 📅Itinerary: 📅Day1: Xining-Menyuan-Qilian Mountain-Zhangye Depart from Xining, go to Menyuan to see the rapeseed flower sea, then go to Qilian Mountain to feel the beauty of nature. Finally arrive in Zhangye, enjoy the food and scenery. 📅Day2: Zhangye-Zhangye Rainbow Danxia Geological Park-The World's First Hero (Jiayuguan)-Guazhou In the morning, go to Zhangye Rainbow Danxia Geological Park to feel the magic of nature. In the afternoon, go to Jiayuguan to visit the world's first hero. Arrive in Guazhou in the evening and enjoy the local food. 📅Day3: Guazhou-Sons of the Earth Sculpture Group-Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City-Mogao Grottoes-Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring-Petroleum Town In the morning, go to the Sons of the Earth Sculpture Group to feel the charm of art. In the afternoon, visit Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City to understand the history and culture. In the evening, visit the Mogao Grottoes to feel the charm of a thousand-year culture. Finally, go to Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring and Petroleum Town to experience different scenery and customs. 📅Day4: Petroleum Town-Mangya Emerald Lake-Aiken Spring-Mangya In the morning, go to Mangya Emerald Lake to feel the clear and beautiful lake water. In the afternoon, go to Aiken Spring to understand the therapeutic effects and benefits of hot springs. Arrive in Mangya in the evening and enjoy the local food and scenery. 📅Day5: Mangya-West Taijiner-East Taijiner-Water Yadan-U-shaped Highway-Blood of the Earth National Highway 757-Dachaidan In the morning, go to West Taijiner and East Taijiner to enjoy the beautiful lakes and scenery. In the afternoon, go to Water Yadan to feel the unique landscape in the desert. Then pass through the U-shaped highway and the Blood of the Earth National Highway 757 to enjoy different scenery and landforms. Arrive in Dachaidan in the evening and enjoy the local food and scenery. 📅Day6: Dachaidan-Dachaidan Salt Lake-Chaka Salt Lake-Ulan County In the morning, go to Dachaidan Salt Lake and Chaka Salt Lake to feel the unique charm and scenery of the salt lake. Arrive in Ulan County in the afternoon and enjoy the local food and scenery.

The Historical site of Yumen Pass 🇨🇳

#2023travelwish Welcome to the famous Yumen Pass Historical Site! “Built in Western Han Dynasty, Yumen pass is the one of the two passes to the western regions in ancient China and the only gateway for the North Silk Road Route.” 📍Location: 90 kilometers away from Dunhuang. How to get there: This site was part of a Silk Road organized trip, so I had a private driver. Have a good trip! For 2023, one of my dream destinations is Greece. #summervacation #awesomepic #historicculture #gansu #china

Today, sharing a small attraction - Guazhou Guazhou under the prestigious name of Dunhuang, has rarely received people's attention, such as the site of the Lockyang City, speculated that it is likely to be the Yumenguan site in the Tang Dynasty, but it requires archaeology The scholars came to the archaeological confirmation that the good news is that the Guazhou government is about to begin archaeological work. I believe that once it confirms its historical status, it will become a business card for Guazhou. In addition to the giant baby in the Gobi Desert in Guazhou, this statue of the Son of the Earth has a very strong visual effect. There is also a mirage building made of steel pipes. When you drive on the road, you will mistakenly think that it will be mistaken. I saw the mirage!

Travel with TV dramas

Ni Ni and Bai Yu's new drama 'Westward to Yumen' has made the already popular Northwest Circuit even more popular. Traveling through the Dunhuang desert, Yadan Devil City, Yumen Pass~ Nearly half a month of self-driving travel, can't help but exclaim that only in our motherland can we see such rich topography and landforms, the magic of nature, the desert hides the dusty historical culture worth slowly exploring~ But still abide by the rules, off the highway, the forbidden uninhabited area is absolutely not allowed to go, cherish life is responsible for oneself and others. Travel tips: The National Day holiday in October is a good season to travel here, but pay attention to sun protection and moisturization, those who know will understand. Obey traffic rules, do not litter, and travel civilized.

Dunhuang| Exploring the Millennium Art Treasury

| Exploring the Millennium Art Treasury.📌There is such a place, with a brilliant civilization, that is fascinating. That is Dunhuang! Dun, big also; Huang, prosperous also. Dunhuang, this ancient city, is like a bright pearl✨, embedded in the western end of the Hexi Corridor. ✈️Convenient transportation: - Airplane: Dunhuang Airport has flights to and from many domestic cities. - Train: Dunhuang Railway Station is an important station on the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway. 🏛Recommended attractions: - Mogao Caves: Known as the 'Oriental Art Pearl', it is the largest and richest Buddhist art site in the world🙏. 💰Ticket price: Peak season (May 1st-October 31st) 200 yuan, off-season (November 1st-April 30th) 100 yuan 🚌Transportation: Take the rural bus from Shazhou Market in Dunhuang City, the fare is 8 yuan (you can charter a car to go) 💡Special reminder: 1️⃣ Dunhuang's climate is an extremely arid continental climate, with an average annual temperature of 9.3°C, an average temperature of 24.7°C in July, 9.3°C in January, dry and little rain throughout the year, and a large temperature difference between day and night. In addition, Dunhuang also has two natural disasters, dry hot wind and black sandstorm, tourists should be prepared in advance. 2️⃣ In order to protect the murals, you can only use a flashlight to watch when visiting the Mogao Caves. Each guide carries a flashlight. If you want to watch better, you can bring your own three-cell battery flashlight. It is recommended to use a cold light flashlight. 3️⃣ Because the flash of various cameras has a very large destructive effect on cultural relics, please try not to use flash photography during the visit. - Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring: The coexistence of sand mountains and springs is one of the unique landscapes outside the Great Wall. You can overlook the Crescent Spring by climbing the sand dunes, and you can also enjoy the desert sunset on the top of the mountain, feeling the 'Desert solitary smoke straight, long river sunset round' outside the Great Wall scenery🌅. 💰 Ticket price: Peak season (May 1st-October 31st) 120 yuan, off-season (November 1st-April 30th) 60 yuan - Yumen Pass: Wang Zhihuan's 'Why does the Qiang flute complain about willows, the spring breeze does not pass Yumen Pass' makes Yumen Pass famous. - Yadan Geological Park: The unique landform formed by wind erosion is very suitable for taking big pictures📸. 🛍️Shopping recommendation: - Shazhou Night Market: All kinds of special foods and handicrafts are available, you can eat and stroll around. - Various shopping malls in Dunhuang city: You can buy Dunhuang's special souvenirs. 🍜Recommended food: - Donkey meat yellow noodles: Dunhuang's special food, the noodles are chewy, and the donkey meat is fresh. - Mutton stewed bread: The mutton and bread are stewed together, the taste is fragrant. - Dunhuang fermented skin: The taste is sour and spicy, it is a very popular snack. 🏨Recommended accommodation: - Dunhuang city: There are all kinds of star hotels and economy hotels, you can choose according to your own budget. - Crescent Spring Town: There are many characteristic inns here, you can experience the local folk customs. 📢Precautions: - Dunhuang's climate is dry, pay attention to moisturizing. - Visiting the Mogao Caves requires an appointment in advance. - Pay attention to sun protection, bring sunglasses and sunscreen. 🌈If you are interested in history, culture and natural scenery, don't miss Dunhuang! Come to this charming city and explore the millennium art treasury!💕