Now August is the hottest season for Dunhuang tourism. The ancient Dunhuang, the desert of Dunhuang and the murals of Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang must not be missed. Dunhuang paintings, like Xiao Bian, have always been pursuing paintings. They like Dunhuang paintings, and learning techniques are their inner beliefs. Xiao Bian can't go to work for the time being, but everyone can go. Let's take a look at Dunhuang's play strategy.

1. What are the ways to go to Dunhuang?

(1) Airplane

Dunhuang Airport is 13 kilometers away from Dunhuang City, and now it has opened flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Dalian, Xi 'an, Chengdu, Lanzhou, Yinchuan, Xining, Urumqi, Shanshan and Jiayuguan, some of which are charter flights. In order to facilitate passengers to travel, Dunhuang Airport usually provides charter flights for tourists. There is a shuttle bus between the city and the airport, and the fare is 6 yuan/person. Take a taxi about 3-4 yuan

(2) The train was originally located in Dunhuang Railway Station in Guazhou County, and now it is renamed Liuyuan Railway Station. Dunhua Railway Station (new station) started operation in the spring of 26, and it can take a train directly from Lanzhou to Dunhuang.

(3) Long-distance buses

National Highway p>215 and National Highway 313 pass through Dunhuang. Except for the poor road conditions in Yumenguan, all the other scenic spots in Dunhuang have been paved with asphalt, which makes road traffic more convenient. By coach from Dunhuang, you can go to Lanzhou, Xi 'an, Urumqi, Hami, Turpan, Golmud, Jiuquan and Jiayuguan.

(4) Local transportation

There are many bus lines in Dunhuang, and the minibus fare is 1 yuan. In addition, tourists can also rent a car to ride in Mingshan Road. There are two types of taxis in Dunhuang, Santana and Xiali. Within the urban area, the starting price is generally 5 yuan. Since Dunhuang Brother's scenic spot is not too far away from the urban area, tourists can choose to go by chartered bus, about 3 yuan/day.

second, what are the delicious foods in Dunhuang?

(1)

The taste of Dunhuang cuisine is quite high, and the three major feasts "Dunhuang Banquet", "Dream Dunhuang Banquet" and "Dunhuang Music and Dance Banquet" that have been developed are even more famous in the world, filling the gap in Dunhuang cuisine culture. Every dish has a dance to match.

(2)

There are also many kinds of snacks in Dunhuang, mainly pasta, while the meat is mainly chicken, beef and mutton, among which the local Dunhuang yellow noodles and Dunhuang stuffed skin are very distinctive. Dunhuang Snack Street and Shazhou Night Market on Yangguan East Road are good places to taste Dunhuang characteristics.

3. What are the scenic spots worth visiting?

1.

Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes: Mogao Grottoes and Thousand Buddha Caves are the first large caves in China. More than 5, pieces of scriptures, documents, weaving shows and portraits have been unearthed in the Tibetan Sutra Cave in the Mogao Grottoes, and the murals in the Mogao Grottoes must be watched in painting.

tip:

transportation: there is a bus from Dunhuang to Mogao grottoes, or three or five people can take the same plane, 1 yuan/person. If you stay late in the Mogao Grottoes, you can take a minibus to pick up the staff after 18:, and the fare is 5 yuan.

a little tour guide

(1) Non-professionals should read books about the Mogao Grottoes before visiting, otherwise it will be difficult to understand many of them.

(2) It's best to visit the Mogao Grottoes in the morning with good light, and at other times, it's best to bring your own flashlight, and there are flashlights for rent at the cave entrance.

(3) The caves are usually closed, and you need a professional commentator to lead you to enter. The whole journey takes about 4 hours. Don't go at noon, because the tour guide has a rest and has to wait there.

(4) It is said that the best mural in Mogao Grottoes is Cave 285, and the best stone carving is Cave 45.

(5) The number of caves opened in the Mogao Grottoes every day is limited, generally 1-15, and the caves are closed in rainy days.

2. Mingsha Mountain-Crescent Spring

Mingsha Mountain is named after the sound of sand, starting from Mogao Grottoes in the east and ending at Danghe Reservoir under Sleeping Buddha Mountain in the west. The whole mountain is made up of red, yellow, green, black and white rice grains. The mountains are connected by sand ridges, which is very spectacular. There is a famous landscape, "the clear sound of sand ridges"

Crescent Spring

Surrounded by Mingsha Mountain, Crescent Spring is named because its shape resembles a crescent moon. Its magic is that it will not dry up after thousands of years, and quicksand will never fill the clear spring. On the platform on the south bank of the spring, there were a large number of ancient buildings, such as Niangniang Hall, Dragon Palace, Yaowang Cave, Yuquan Building and Leiyin Temple.

Tips:

Location: Mingshan Road, Crescent Spring, Dunhuang City

Transportation: There is a direct bus service in the urban area, and you can also take a taxi or rent a bicycle to go there

Ticket price: 12 yuan/person in peak season (including Crescent Spring), 6 yuan/person in off season, and 1 yuan/time for sand skiing

(1) Pay attention to sand skiing.

(2) After entering the Crescent Spring, the large pond on the left is an artificial lake. If you just slide the sand, you can take the wooden ladder up the mountain.

(3) You can ride a camel between the Mogao Grottoes and Mingsha Mountain. If you cross, it will take 2-3 hours. Remember to prepare enough water and food when you enter, and bring a compass or GPS

(4) To prevent sand from entering your shoes, you must bring sunscreen, masks and other necessities

3. Yangguan and Yumenguan

a.

There is an endless beach in the south of the mountain. There is also an intermittent wall base of the castle nearby, which is not more than .6 meters high. This is the site of Yangguan.

b.

Yumenguan site, Yumenguan is one of the two passes in the western border of Han Dynasty. The existing city walls are well preserved and generally square, all made of yellow clay. The west wall and the north wall each open a door, and there is a big east-west driveway under the north slope, which is the road of communication and postal service between the Central Plains and the western countries in history.

Tip: There is no bus to Yangguan, Yumenguan, Wowachi and other places. You have to charter a car or take a ride to go there. The road conditions are acceptable and ordinary vans can handle it. Usually, renting a car to Yangguan is around 15 yuan, including going to Wowachi. It's more expensive to go to Yumenguan, and you need 2 yuan or so. If you rent a car to Yumenguan, you'd better ask a local guide to lead the way. Because it's all Gobi, you should prevent getting lost.

4. Yadan National Geopark (ghost city)

It is the largest Yadan landform that has been discovered in China. Whenever the strong wind strikes, the whining wind is like a ghost crying wolf howling here, which makes people shudder. There are walls, streets, buildings, churches, sculptures, etc. in this landform, and many famous buildings in the world can find its miniature here.

Tips

In Yadan, you usually play for a day, so be sure to bring enough water and food. It's windy here, so pay attention to protect your skin and belongings. Necessary items: sunglasses, scarf or hat.

fourth, when is the best time for Dunhuang tourism?

The best season for Dunhuang tourism is May-October. Dunhuang is located in the northwest of China, with obvious changes in four seasons. The temperature is low from November to April, so it is not suitable for tourism. There are many sandstorms in winter and spring, and the scenic spots are open all year round.

5. Will there be altitude sickness in Dunhuang?

Dunhuang is 1139 meters above sea level. Scientists call it plateau above 3 meters above sea level, and there will be no altitude sickness in the range of 1 to 2 (except in special circumstances). It's generally okay in Dunhuang, so you should pay attention when you bring the elderly.

Is it better to go to Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring in the morning or in the afternoon?

It is suggested to get up early in the morning to watch the sunrise. The sunrise in Mingsha Mountain is more spectacular. Generally, it will be sunnier at 9 or 1 o'clock. If you don't watch the sunrise, it is not recommended to go in the morning. Usually go to see the sunset at 5 or 6 pm, and the temperature in the desert will start to drop, and you can also see the sunset.

Conclusion:

Gobi, ruins, remote isolated cities, lush buildings in oases, how thick and poetic the western scenery is. There is no eternity, no immortality, but only our memory of history, which has turned into a few simple words in the annals of history, indifferent at any time and hazy with the years.