Northwest Frontier Cultural Photography Destination

The frontier charm of a small northwestern city✨ Jiayuguan, this ancient city with a thousand-year history, boasts both magnificent historical relics and unique northwestern customs. Follow me to explore this essential travel route～ 🏰 Must-Visit Attractions: 📍 Jiayuguan Pass This "First Strategic Pass Under Heaven" is truly awe-inspiring! Arrive before 9 AM to avoid peak tourist crowds. Don't forget to climb the watchtower for a distant view of the Qilian Mountains and feel the valor of the frontier soldiers. Ticket price in peak season: 120 RMB/person. Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours. 📍 Overhanging Great Wall Located about 8 km from the pass, this section of the Great Wall is built on cliffs—absolutely spectacular! Wear anti-slip shoes, and from the top, you can overlook the entire Gobi Desert. Round-trip visit takes about 1 hour. 📍 The First Beacon Tower of the Great Wall The western starting point of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall, the Gobi landscape here is perfect for photography! Best visited around 4-5 PM for ideal lighting. Nearby is the Taolai River Canyon, which can be explored together. 🍜 Must-Try Foods: ✅ Jiayuguan Barbecue: Must-try the lamb skewers at Lao Bai's Barbecue—tender meat with no gamey taste. ✅ Cuo Yu Noodles: Try the famous "Qilian Cuo Yu Noodles" for its delicious broth and chewy noodles. ✅ Gray Bean Soup: A local specialty, recommended at "Ma's Gray Bean Soup." 🚗 Transportation Tips: - Jiayuguan Airport is about 13 km from downtown, taxi fare around 30 RMB. - Tourist shuttles run between pass attractions, or you can charter a car. - Downtown taxi starting fare is 6 RMB, with short distances between attractions. 🏨 Accommodation Suggestions: Stay near the Great Wall Cultural Block for convenience and easy access to night markets. We stayed at Jiayuguan Hotel for 300+ RMB/night—facilities may not be new but are very clean. 🌈 Pro Tips: 1. Strong UV in the northwest—sunglasses, hat, and sunscreen are must-haves. 2. Large temperature differences between morning and evening in spring/autumn—bring a jacket. 3. Bottled water in pass attractions costs 5 RMB—better to bring your own. 4. For ancient-style photos, Hanfu rentals are available for 50 RMB/set.