5A Tourism Area
Designated 2015
Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake (Echoing Sand Mountain)
酒泉市鸣沙山月牙泉景区
Gansu, Jiuquan★ 4.7Designated 2015·40.0928°N, 94.6715°E
Ticket Price
CNY 110
Duration
4 hours to 1 day
Rating
4.7 / 5.0
Designated
2015
About Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake (Echoing Sand Mountain)
A scenic mountain area in Jiuquan, Gansu, featuring dramatic peaks, forested trails, and panoramic views. Singing sand dunes surrounding a crescent-shaped spring that is never buried; camel rides, sandboarding and sunset over...
Highlights
Singing sand dunes surrounding a crescent-shaped spring that is never buried; camel rides, sandboarding and sunset over the dunes with a cultural show.
Suggested Route
Enter before sunset, climb the dunes or ride a camel to the summit for sunset over Crescent Lake; allow 2-3 hours, evening best.
Food & Lodging
Try Dunhuang noodles
Facilities
melons and lamb; stay in Dunhuang city.
Travel Tips
Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.
Location
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Tours & activities
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Opening Hours
Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.
Getting There
In Dunhuang, Jiuquan; ~5 km south of Dunhuang city; Dunhuang Railway Station ~13 km; Dunhuang Mogao Airport ~15 km. City bus 3 / taxi ~15 min.
Reservation
Online reservation via official WeChat '鸣沙山月牙泉景区' / i-you Dunhuang / OTA; real-name ID check; re-entry within 3 days.
Ticket Price
CNY 110
Address
Xinjiangchangjihuizu Autonomous Prefecture Mulei County Hayinaerbei5gonglichu
