[2025 Dunhuang Attraction] Travel Guide for Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City (Updated Jan)

Visiting Dunhuang Hired a chartered driver for a tour of the west line passing through this Silk Road heritage city Full ticket 60r, half ticket 30r It's really nice to take photos inside The Buddha statues are spectacular Thousand-Handed Guanyin and so on And there are not many people, great for photography Chartered car is quite cheap, 50 yuan for the car fare, 10 people per car Departing from Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring at 8:15 in the morning, returning around 0:30 at night On the way passing by Silk Road heritage site - West Thousand Buddha Caves - Sunshine - Yumen Pass - Yardang Ghost City - Watching stars at dawn (The chartered driver will also use the professional mode on the phone to take photos of the stars for each of us, we all took photos with the starry sky🌃)

The heritage city of the Dunhuang Silk Road is really great for photography. It feels like I've traveled to Egypt in a second. I personally think that the Thousand-Hand Guanyin statue and the buildings with many columns are the most photogenic. Every casual shot is stunning! Just pose as much as you want here, The bigger the movement, the better it looks. For outfit suggestions, wearing solid colors all over is very harmonious. Brown, black, and white all match well. More accessories add to the atmosphere! Ticket price🎫60 yuan Address📍Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City Little tips🚗 It's 18 kilometers away from the downtown area of Dunhuang. It's recommended to drive yourself or charter a taxi to avoid not being able to find a ride back.

Want to travel to the northwest for the New Year? Check out this guide! A 5-day tour of Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Dunhuang. Explore the northwest, you deserve it! -------------------- 🚩Route overview: DAY 1: Riyue Mountain > Qinghai Lake > Chaka Salt Lake On the first day, explore the beauty of the plateau, from the spectacular Riyue Mountain to the deep Qinghai Lake, and finally immerse yourself in the mirrored sky of Chaka Salt Lake. DAY 2: Dachaidan Emerald Lake Scenic Area > Aksay Boluo Zhuangjing Film Base > Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City On the second day, we will visit the colorful Dachaidan Emerald Lake, visit the unique Aksay Film Base, and explore the ancient Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City. DAY 3: Mogao Caves > Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring On the third day, explore the cultural treasure of the Mogao Caves and experience the thousand-year-old Buddhist art, then head to Mingsha Mountain and listen to the legendary story of Crescent Spring. DAY 4: Son of the Earth > Sculpture Without Borders > Jiayuguan Pass > Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park On the fourth day, we will admire the stunning sculpture art, visit the ancient Jiayuguan Pass, and finally experience the wonders of nature in Zhangye Danxia. DAY 5: Biandukou Ecological Leisure Tourism Area > Qilian Grassland > Qilian Mountains Gangshika Snow Peak Scenic Area > Qinghai Menyuan Flower Sea On the last day of the trip, we will cross the Biandukou Ecological Area, gallop on the Qilian Grassland, look up at the Gangshika Snow Peak of the Qilian Mountains, and finally be intoxicated by the splendor of the Menyuan Flower Sea. -------------------- Tips: - Food: Qinghai hand-grabbed mutton, Dunhuang donkey meat yellow noodles, authentic delicacies not to be missed! 🍖🍜 - Specialty prices: Dunhuang specialty apricot tea, good quality and cheap, only CNY 2 per cup! 🍵 - Photo spots: The Golden Sand Bay viewing platform by Qinghai Lake, with beautiful scenery and great photos! 📸 - January climate: Large temperature difference, remember to bring warm coats and sunscreen! 🧥🧴 -------------------- Traveling to Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Dunhuang is so simple and fun. Look forward to your trip to the northwest, enjoy the beautiful scenery and don't get lost!

Friends! Enjoy a relaxing 5-day tour of Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Dunhuang. This is a shopping-free tour, so you can stop and go as you please, and enjoy the scenery of the northwest. It's perfect for spending a leisurely time with friends! / 🚗Route suggestion: 5-day Qinghai–Gansu Grand Loop Tour🌈 Day 1: Riyue Mountain–Qinghai Lake (Heima River)–Chaka Salt Lake Cross Riyue Mountain, experience the magnificence of Qinghai Lake and the tranquility of Heima River, and finally get lost in the mirror of the sky at Chaka Salt Lake. Day 2: Dachaidan Emerald Lake Scenic Area–Akesai Boluozhuangjing Film Base–Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City Explore the emerald-like lake, cross the film base to experience the western style, and then take in the millennia of vicissitudes of Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City. Day 3: Mogao Caves–Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring Admire the mural art of the Mogao Caves, listen to the echoes of history, and then head to Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring to experience the wonderful fusion of desert and oasis. Day 4: Son of the Earth–Jiayuguan Pass–Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park Embrace the Son of the Earth and admire the wonders of nature, stroll through Jiayuguan Pass and reminisce about the ancient battlefield, and finally get lost in the brilliant colors of Zhangye Danxia. Day 5: Qilian Grassland–Baili Rape Flower Scenic Area–Viewing Platform Gallop across the vast expanse of Qilian Grassland, gaze at the sea of rape flowers, and feel the magnificence and tenderness of nature.🌼🌿 / Travel essentials: 👕 **Clothing**: If you're going to Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Dunhuang in January, you'll need to bring a thick coat, thermal underwear, and a windproof and waterproof jacket. Don't forget a hat, scarf, and gloves, as these will help you keep warm. 🎒 **Accessories and daily necessities**: Sunglasses are a must to protect you from sand and sun. You should also bring sunscreen and lip balm, as the UV rays are strong there, so you need to protect your skin. Also, remember to bring a moisturizing face mask and hydrating spray to keep your skin hydrated. 📇 **Documents and cash**: Your ID card is the most important thing, so don't forget it! Although electronic payments are very convenient, it's always a good idea to have some cash on hand just in case. 📸 **Electronic devices**: Be sure to bring a camera or phone with enough memory and battery so you don't miss any beautiful scenery! A power bank is also essential to ensure your devices are always charged. / The magnificence of Qinghai Lake, the magic of Chaka Salt Lake, and the mystery of Dunhuang are waiting for you to explore. Start your journey to the beautiful northwest!

🌈 Highlights: Hall of Supreme Harmony, Thousand Buddha Cliff, Thousand-Hand Guanyin, Greek Temple, etc. 🎟️ Tickets: CNY 60 per person 🕐️ Opening hours: All day 💗 Other tips: Bring sunscreen and wind protection, and get ready to take some amazing photos! Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City, also known as Dunhuang Great Wall Film and Television Cultural Base, is a key project in Gansu Province and an important supporting project for the construction of Dunhuang International Cultural Tourism City. Here is a detailed introduction: Overview: Invested and constructed by Great Wall Film and Television Cultural Enterprise Group, with a planned total investment of CNY 3–5 billion and a total area of about 4,000,000 square meters. The first phase covers an area of 666,667 square meters and has been completed and opened. The park is located in the Qinjiayuan area of Dunhuang City, Jiuquan City, Gansu Province, on the south side of National Highway 215, about 40 km from the Mogao Caves, about 17 km from Crescent Lake, and about 15 km from downtown Dunhuang. Hall of Supreme Harmony: Modeled after the Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City in Beijing, with exquisite interior decorations, including cloud dragon stone carvings, making you feel as if you are in the Forbidden City. Thousand Buddha Cliff: With many Buddha statues, each with a different shape and expression, this is a great place to take photos. Greek Temple: Modeled after a Greek temple, with an exotic style that makes you feel as if you have traveled back to ancient Greece. Thousand-Hand Guanyin: The huge Thousand-Hand Guanyin sculpture is a must-see for visitors, with its exquisite shape and delicate carvings, giving a strong visual impact and spiritual shock. Rich cultural themes: With the theme of Chinese culture and world civilization, the park integrates ancient Chinese architectural culture with the architectural features of other world civilizations, allowing visitors to experience a variety of cultural styles in one place. A great place to take photos: With its unique architectural style and exquisite landscape, this is a popular place for visitors to take photos, especially the Thousand-Hand Guanyin and Thousand Buddha Cliff, which have attracted a lot of attention online.

The long weekend is here! Here's an 8-day itinerary from Qinghai Lake to Crescent Moon Spring! Save it and start your journey to the northwest! . 🛣️Itinerary: DAY1: Mother of the Yellow River Statue -> Zhongshan Bridge -> Lanzhou Old Street -> Xining Confucian Temple -> Nanshan Park Explore the Yellow River culture on the first day and experience the historical charm of Lanzhou and Xining. In the evening, climb Nanshan Mountain to enjoy the city view. DAY2: Qinghai Lake -> Chaka Salt Lake Immerse yourself in the magnificent scenery of Qinghai Lake on the second day, then head to Chaka Salt Lake to experience the magic of the mirror of the sky. DAY3: U-shaped Road -> Qaidam Basin -> Wusute Water Yadan Geological Park Travel along the U-shaped road, deep into the vastness of the Qaidam Basin, and finally explore the unique landform of the Water Yadan. DAY4: Dachaidan Emerald Lake Scenic Area -> Aksay Boluo Town Film and Television Base -> Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City Feel the natural beauty of Emerald Lake, then visit the film and television base and Silk Road heritage to experience the fusion of history and modernity. DAY5: Mogao Caves -> Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring Visit the Mogao Caves on the fifth day to appreciate the thousand-year-old Buddhist art, and head to Mingsha Mountain in the evening to listen to the legend of Crescent Moon Spring. DAY6: Jiayuguan Pass -> Son of the Earth -> Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park Visit the ancient city of Jiayuguan to feel the grandeur of the frontier, then head to the Son of the Earth sculpture and Zhangye Danxia to admire the wonders of nature. DAY7: Qilian Mountain Grassland -> Menyuan Rapeseed Flower Sea Gallop across the Qilian Mountain Grassland to experience the vastness of the grassland, then immerse yourself in the golden romance of the Menyuan Rapeseed Flower Sea. DAY8: Return to your warm home🏠 End the wonderful journey, depart from Lanzhou, and fly back to your warm home with full memories. . Some tips: - Specialty prices🏷️: Compare the prices of Qinghai's yak jerky, red date, and other specialties at several stores before buying. - Customs🎭: Respect the customs of local Tibetan compatriots at Qinghai Lake and do not touch religious items at will. - Photo spots📸: The sunset at Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring is beautiful, so find a good spot in advance to take great photos! - Airport transportation🚗: There is an airport bus from Xining Airport to the city, which is convenient and affordable. Don't forget to check the schedule in advance. . The beauty of Qinghai Lake, the magnificence of Mingsha Mountain, and the mystery of Crescent Moon Spring are all waiting for you to explore. Don't miss these beautiful northwest landscapes!

|Ancient Greek Goddess One-Day Experience Card. Your Artemis can only be me ❤️‍🔥 This time I came to Dunhuang to play and became a Greek goddess It's really great for sisters who love taking photos! ! Artificially built attractions are not recommended if you don't take photos 💛There are many photo spots, the most recommended are the Buddha's hand and Greek-style buildings. It is recommended to take long shots for a better atmosphere. All the caves are facing the sun. It is great to take photos when the sun is good. It is recommended to come on a sunny day with little wind. The wind in the heritage city is relatively strong, otherwise, the wind and sand will be so strong that you can't open your eyes. 💛About dressing, it is recommended that sisters wear Greek style, wasteland style, flying style, and Egyptian style, which are all very good. On the day of taking photos, I saw sisters wearing fairy-like skirts, which are also super beautiful. You can refer to my photo poses here! I'm so happy! ! Dunhuang is my favorite city on the Qinghai-Gansu line 🥰 Climbing Mingsha Mountain is fun, Mogao Grottoes is shocking, and the heritage city is good for taking photos! ! I got a lot of life photos 🥹

Qinghai Lake - Chaka Salt Lake - Dunhuang: A five-day itinerary with no shopping stops, just pure fun. Perfect for seniors to experience the magnificent and magical nature of the northwest. Save this guide now! / 🛤️Itinerary: Day 1: Riyue Mountain -> Qinghai Lake - Heimahe -> Chaka Salt Lake On the first day, explore the beauty of nature, climb the mountain to see the lake, and experience the magical scenery of the salt lake. Day 2: Dachaidan Emerald Lake Scenic Area -> Aksay Boluo Zhuangjing Film Base -> Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City On the second day, visit the colorful Emerald Lake, then head to the film base to experience the exotic style of the Western Regions, and finally arrive at Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City to appreciate the weight of history. Day 3: Mogao Caves -> Dunhuang Mingsha Crescent Bay International Desert Camping Base On the third day, explore the cultural treasure of Mogao Caves, and experience the vast starry sky of the desert at the desert camping base at night. Day 4: Son of the Earth -> Jiayuguan Pass -> Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park On the fourth day, admire the stunning land art, visit the ancient Jiayuguan Pass, and then head to Zhangye Danxia to experience the magic of nature. Day 5: Qilian Grassland -> Baili Canola Flower Scenic Area - Viewing Platform On the last day, gallop across the Qilian Grassland, then head to the viewing platform to enjoy the splendid scenery of the Baili Canola Flower, and end this journey on a perfect note. / Travel tips: 🌨️December climate: Qinghai is cold in winter with a large temperature difference, so remember to wear more clothes, and a down jacket is a must. 🎐Customs: Respect the local Tibetan culture, and do not touch religious items or take photos of local residents without permission. 📸Photo spots: Qinghai Lake snow scene, Chaka Salt Lake Sky Mirror, and Dunhuang Mogao Caves are all beautiful places to take photos! 💧Moisturizing: The northwest is dry, so bring moisturizer and lip balm to keep your skin hydrated. 🚗Transportation: The distance between attractions is long, so it is recommended to drive or rent a car for more convenience and freedom. 🍽️Dining: Try the authentic Qinghai yak meat and Dunhuang donkey meat yellow noodles, which are delicious and not to be missed! / The beauty of Qinghai Lake, the dreaminess of Chaka Salt Lake, and the legend of Dunhuang are all waiting for you to explore. Don't miss this guide, and start your northwest journey now! 🚗✨

The photos of Dunhuang Film and Television City in Trip Moments photos are beautiful. The Buddha's image in the temple is solemn and solemn, and the yellow sand in the desert is lonely and mysterious. Which Chinese woman who wants to make films in her life can resist this? Don’t panic, the following ⬇️ is a personal test here. After reading this, you can decide whether to come or not! . ⛩Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City is an abandoned film and television city, If you are here for humanities and history, I suggest you just skip it. If it’s for a movie, you’ll be pleasantly surprised here. Released film🈯️South: ✔Greece️The Temple of Pabala, as if thousands of years of vicissitudes have solidified at this moment, is very suitable for shooting ancient and exotic styles. ✔️The Thousand-Armed Avalokitesvara, "One sand, one world, one dust, one Buddha's kingdom" is embodied at this moment. The ultimate contrast between the elegant red skirt/white skirt and the yellow sand is very impressive, and the flying style will also be very eye-catching. ✔️It’s quite good to take pictures of the Big Buddha, Sleeping Buddha and Sphinx. Shazhou Ancient City and Daming Palace are only suitable for taking pictures on the outside. They are empty inside and have nothing to see. . 🎫Tickets: 60R, shuttle bus 20R. The scenic spots are actually relatively close to each other, so you can walk if you don’t want to be in the sun. 🌟Tips: It is not far from downtown Dunhuang and can be reached by self-driving or shuttle bus. However, the shuttle bus leaves at a fixed time, so be sure to inquire about the time in advance. Pay attention to sun protection and bring water, there is no canteen inside. Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City

Today, I want to share a super mysterious and stunning place with you - Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage Town, also known as the Great Wall Film and Television Base. - It is about 15 km from downtown Dunhuang. We drove there. The architecture is diverse, and the artistic landscape is magnificent. When you step into this city, it feels like you've traveled back to the prosperous era of the ancient Silk Road. - It's a great place for taking photos, with attractions like the Mogao Caves, Longmen Grottoes, Hall of Supreme Harmony, Tulou, and Greek temples, offering a unique cultural experience. Tickets 🎫 CNY 60 per person If you love history, culture, and photography, this is a must-visit spot for you. You can definitely capture some amazing photos here!

📍Attraction Address: Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City 🚗Attraction Transportation: Self-driving. 👍️Must-visit Attractions: 1. Thousand-hand Guanyin. 2. Thousand Buddha Cliff. 3. Temple. 🎟️Ticket Information: Ticket is RMB 60, sightseeing bus is RMB 20 💗Other Tips: 1. It is recommended to take a sightseeing bus, as walking is a bit tiring and takes an hour. 2. This is a man-made attraction, and it is good for taking photos. If you don't take photos, you may feel it is not worth it, so please consider carefully. 3. It is close to the Western Thousand Buddha Caves, so you can visit both in one day.

Before going, I saw many people saying that this 'Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City' is a man-made attraction and not worth visiting blah blah blah, but actually, I think, if you are there to study history, you might indeed want to skip it, but for many people like me who are just out for fun, to take happy photos of ourselves, spending 60 yuan for almost half a day's joy, I think it's quite worth it! The buildings inside are quite majestic, and you don't need to take an electric car, just stroll around and take pictures at your own pace. The Temple of Athena is suitable for wedding photos, the Giant Buddha for Dunhuang Feitian (Flying Apsaras) shots, and the ancient city for martial arts scenes. Everyone can design their own photo ops.

Compared to the East Line, the Dunhuang West Line has more attractions, but you will return to the city around 10 PM. You can choose to rent a car based on your situation. Route: Silk Road Heritage City - West Thousand Buddha Caves - Yangguan Pass - Yumenguan Pass - Yadan Geological Park [Silk Road Heritage City]: I didn't visit this attraction. It consists of newly built structures, which are more suitable for those who like to take photos. [West Thousand Buddha Caves]: Located in the western section of the Mogao Caves, the tickets are cheap, and you can get a guided tour of four caves. The West Thousand Buddha Caves were more likely funded by ancient commoners. The murals inside are not as impressive as those in the Mogao Caves, but they are still quite beautiful. [Yangguan Pass]: Yangguan Pass is a privately built attraction. The scenic area includes immersive NPC interactions and requires a shuttle bus ride. In reality, only the ancient beacon tower and the newly built Yangguan Road remain. [Yumenguan Pass]: Yumenguan Pass has three attractions. You will first visit Dafangpan City (an ancient granary site) and the Han Great Wall, and finally the Yumenguan Pass ruins. [Yadan Geological Park]: For Yadan, you must join an off-road vehicle tour for a deeper experience. Regular tours only visit five viewing platforms with a ten-minute time limit at each, which is barely enough for photos and doesn't allow close-up views. Off-road vehicles can take you to many more spots, and the Yadan landforms are more spectacular. You can witness the entire sunset. On the way back, the driver will show you the starry sky. However, it was too cold at night, so I took a few photos and returned to the car. Some people might find [Yangguan Pass] and [Yumenguan Pass] uninteresting, but I feel that as time passes, only these yellow earth remnants are left for us to see, which is quite poignant. Especially considering that there might have been prosperous small towns near these ruins, one can only lament the ruthlessness of time.

Attraction: Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City, also known as Dunhuang Film and TV Base Location: Dunhuang City G215 Here is a guide to Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City, to help you have a perfect trip. Transportation: It's not far from Dunhuang city center, you can take a taxi, but it is still recommended to find a local guide for a chartered car or carpooling, as the roads in the northwest are complex, mostly uninhabited areas and mountain roads, with frequent loss of mobile phone signal. It's important to find an experienced guide who knows many niche attractions and local delicacies, which is very convenient and worry-free. The attraction is now abandoned, the main entrance has been sealed, and no one manages it. You can drive directly to the location of the first picture through the back door of the attraction or just walk in.

🌟 Dunhuang is not only about Mogao Caves and Mingsha Mountain • Crescent Spring. The Silk Road Heritage City that you must not miss! (Please note! It's not Dunhuang Film City! It's Silk Road Heritage City!) 👍Most recommended: The Silk Road Heritage City covers a wider range of cultural heritage, including ancient architecture, cultural landscapes, historical relics, etc. It has a unique historical background, cultural value, and tourism resources. ❤Reason for recommendation: The Heritage City has built the Taihe Hall, Daming Palace, Fujian Tulou, Red Mansion, Presidential Palace, Partial of Along the River During the Qingming Festival, Greek Temple, Four-faced Buddha, Huabiao, Thousand Buddha Cliff, and China's Four Great Grottoes and other 10 buildings. As well as Bird Peacock Garden, Love Theme Park, Racecourse, Mongolian Yurt, etc. 📝Note tips: Located in Dunhuang City, Jiuquan City, Gansu Province, G215, the ticket is 30 yuan, the area is large, desert land, you must shade and sun protection when you go in, suitable for taking pictures and punching in, and also recommend everyone to play around Dunhuang West Line!

When traveling to Dunhuang, you can choose between the east and west lines, one line per day. The first stop of many itineraries on the west line is the Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City. Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City belongs to the series of lifelong regrets if you don't go, and lifelong regrets if you go. It is not so much a Dunhuang Silk Road Heritage City as it is an abandoned film and television city. It has imitated some of the world-famous attractions, such as the Forbidden City in Beijing, the Golden Summit of Emei Mountain, the Greek Temple, the Fujian Tulou, the Nine-story Pagoda of Mogao Grottoes, etc. They are built according to a certain proportion, and the overall look is relatively rough, with a tour time of about 1 hour. These imitation attractions are also suitable for taking pictures. The places where many photos are taken are the Greek Temple, the Nine-story Pagoda of Mogao Grottoes, and other places. The surroundings are all deserts, the wind is very strong, pay attention to sun protection and wind protection when you go.

True story: my friends and I were driving through the gobi desert (in Dunhuang) when we spotted what seemed to be an abandoned castle. We quickly drove closer and discovered a huge replica of The Parthenon. It felt like we were back in Ancient Greece. We continued to explore and came across additional replicas of famous landmarks around the world. Turns out, we had discovered a real life movie set. These buildings were originally made as props for filming, but are now no longer in use. This makes it a great location for photo shoots as there aren't a lot of people around, and you can use these beautiful buildings for some dreamy shots. If you’re looking to get some good photos, definitely check this place out! I would suggest coming a bit earlier as there are many different sculptures and set ups to explore. Bring your best outfits and camera gear! Have you been here before? Would you come here? 📍Silk Road Heritage Waste Film and Television Base (Northwest of Dunhuang city) 📸 ig: @cherstravels #passionpassport #celebratewithtrip #campingglamping #awesomepic #china