4A Tourism Area
Yang Pass Tourism Area (Dunhuang)
敦煌市阳关镇阳关景区
Gansu, Jiuquan·40.1342°N, 94.6321°E
Ticket Price
CNY 50, students CNY 25
Duration
3-4 hours
About Yang Pass Tourism Area (Dunhuang)
A significant cultural and historical site in Jiuquan, Gansu, showcasing China's rich heritage through its architecture, artifacts, and traditions. • Ancient Silk Road pass celebrated in Tang poetry (west of Yang Pass no old friends). • Reconstructed gate, beacon towe...
Highlights
• Ancient Silk Road pass celebrated in Tang poetry (west of Yang Pass no old friends). • Reconstructed gate, beacon towers, and a museum. • Desert history site.
Suggested Route
Entrance, pass gate, beacon-tower trail, then the Silk Road museum; allow 1.5-2 h.
Food & Lodging
Snack stalls at the site; Dunhuang city hotels about 60 km away.
Facilities
Parking, restrooms, shuttle, and a museum; flat and accessible.
Travel Tips
Hire a guide or audio tour for deeper understanding of the historical context.
Location
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Opening Hours
08:00-17:30
Getting There
Yangguan Town, Dunhuang (~70 km SW of city). Nearest HSR: Dunhuang Station (~75 km); nearest airport: Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes Airport (~75 km). Best by tour car / shuttle from Dunhuang.
Reservation
Tickets on-site (50 yuan + 20 shuttle); advance booking not required.
Ticket Price
CNY 50, students CNY 25
