With a long history, Dunhuang features rich and colorful culture. You could experience it at Mogao Caves originally built in 366, Dunhuang Caves, Dunhuang Frescoes and Yangguang Historical Sites. Since the end primitive society, Dunhuang has been a settlement for human beings.

Thanks to the Silk Road in the ancient times, Dunhuang became the hub for cultural and economical exchange between China and the Western Regions. In ancient times, the Chinese businessmen sold the silk products and pottery there while the Western businessmen sold their unique jewels.

If you are keen on the old history and culture, it is recommended that you explore Mogao Cave, Yumen Pass originally built in 11 BC, Han Dynasty Great Wall, and Yangguang Historical Sites. If you are interested to feel the power of the nature, you could visit Yadan National Geopark where you will find the rock landforms in different shapes, such as castles, sculptures, streets and buildings, Crescent Moon Pool in the Echoing-Sand Mountain, and enjoy sandboarding at the Echoing-Sand Mountain.

If you would like to taste local food and know more about the local life, please visit Dunhuang Night Market. If you are interested to study Dunhuang History, you could explore Dunhuang Research Academy and Dunhuang Museum.