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Mingyue Pavilion, Dunhuang

Visit Dunhuang, China

Visit Dunhuang, China

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The city of Dunhuang has been a center for Buddhist art and sculpture for over 1,500 years.

Mogao cave, DunhuangThere is nowhere along the Silk Route quite like it, with cave frescoes that have withstood the test of time nestled between massive sand dunes and barren mountains. The splendid frescoes date back to the Tang dynasty and beyond, and have stood sentinel to the changing times ever since.

A visit here is richly rewarding, showing not only the extraordinary mix of cultures along the Silk Route but also the brilliance of the artists themselves.

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    Photos of Dunhuang

    • Mingsha Dunes, Dunhuang
      Mingsha Dunes, Dunhuang
    • Oasis at Dunhuang
      Oasis at Dunhuang
    • Mingsha singing sand dunes, Dunhuang
      Mingsha singing sand dunes, Dunhuang
    • Yadan, Dunhuang
      Yadan, Dunhuang
    • Mingsha Singing Sand Dunes, Dunhuang
      Mingsha Singing Sand Dunes, Dunhuang
    • Mingsha Singing Sand Dunes, Dunhuang
      Mingsha Singing Sand Dunes, Dunhuang
    • Mingsha Singing Sand dunes, Dunhuang
      Mingsha Singing Sand dunes, Dunhuang
    • Mingsha Singing Sand Dunes, Dunhuang
      Mingsha Singing Sand Dunes, Dunhuang

    Accommodation choices for Dunhuang

    We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Dunhuang. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.

    Ideas for experiencing Dunhuang

    Our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the places that could feature in your trip. These activities reflect some of the experiences they've most enjoyed while visiting Dunhuang, and which use the best local guides.

    • Mogao Caves
      Camel Owners, Dunhuang

      Mogao Caves

      Mogao Caves

      The caves here are among the finest examples of Buddhist art in the world. There are 45,000 square feet of murals to savor, though the most rewarding visits take in around seven or eight of the best caves.

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