Mogao cave art

Make time for mogao cave art with a route that suits your interests and pace. Combine the well-known sights with the local context that makes Dunhuang distinctive.

At the edge of the desert, Dunhuang carries the memory of the Silk Road. Plan ahead for a guided visit to the Mogao Caves, then step into the immense space of the dunes and oasis landscape. Time here is best divided between art, history and the changing colours of the desert at the end of the day.

The right timing, a considered pace and local context help you get more from the visit. Specific arrangements, admissions and access requirements should be confirmed in your final itinerary.