Dunhuang Travel Guide - Brief Information on Dunhuang

The city of Dunhuang has a history of over 2000 years, and is renowned for the famous Mogao Caves. Dunhuang is situated close to the common boundary of Gansu, Xinjiang and Qinghai provinces, and was the hub of middle and eastern silk routes in ancient times. The icon of Dunhuang is a statue, the image of which comes from a mural in the Mogao Caves, a shrine to the arts and culture of Dunhuang.

In ancient times Dunhuang was the center of trade between China and its western neighbors, andwas the most westerly frontier military garrison in China at that time. With the flourishing of trade along the Silk Road, Dunhuang became one of the first cities open to international trade in Chinese history. Many wonderful Chinese poems describe the features of life in Dunhuang in ancient times. We can still experience the atmosphere of those times when visiting in person.

Because of the splendid stone caves, tourism has become a central industry to Dunhuang City, catered to by various classes of hotels and restaurants. People working in the local tourist industry are knowledgeable and well trained, and Dunhuang is easily accessible for travelers to come and go as they please.

Transportation is efficient, ensuring that your trip to Dunhuang runs smoothly. The best time to visit Dunhuang is from May to October, and we recommend you take your trip during these months.
Dunhuang City is a wonderful destination that you won't regret touring!