Zhangye–Jiayuguan–Dunhuang | 3 Days in the Northwest, You'll Wish You Knew Sooner

Friends, Zhangye–Jiayuguan–Dunhuang 3-day tour, explore the northwest scenery! Super practical guide, you'll regret not reading it~ -- Must-see attractions: 🌟 Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring 🌟🌟 - Recommendation: 5 stars - Address: Mingshan Road, Dunhuang City, Jiuquan City - Opening hours: All day - Duration: 3–5 hours - Introduction: Known as the Eye of the Desert, the sand dunes undulate like golden waves, and Crescent Spring shines like a pearl in the desert. 🌟 Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park 🌟🌟 - Recommendation: 5 stars - Address: Nantai Village, Nijiaying Town, Linze County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province - Opening hours: All day - Duration: 3–5 hours - Introduction: Zhangye Danxia is a masterpiece of nature, with Danxia and colorful hills intertwined to create a colorful picture, each place is a wonder, spectacular and charming. 🌟 Mogao Caves 🌟🌟 - Recommendation: 5 stars - Address: 25 km southeast of Dunhuang City, Jiuquan City - Opening hours: All day - Duration: 3–4 hours - Introduction: Here, you can not only enjoy the stunning dome movie, but also experience the charm of a thousand years of Buddhist culture, each mural and each Buddha statue has its own unique story. 🌟 Jiayuguan Pass 🌟🌟 - Recommendation: 5 stars - Address: Guancheng South Road, Yuquan Town, Jiayuguan City, Gansu Province - Opening hours: All day - Duration: 2–4 hours - Introduction: This pass is magnificent, with interlaced towers and ancient walls witnessing the vicissitudes of history, every step shows the historical style.🏰 -- Travel essentials: 🎒 Going to Zhangye–Jiayuguan–Dunhuang, don't forget these items! 👗 Clothing: Bring a thick coat and thermal underwear to cope with the temperature difference between morning and evening; windproof jacket and hat for windy weather. 👟 Shoes: Prepare a pair of comfortable travel shoes, so you won't get tired walking around the three places; if you go to the desert, you can prepare sand-proof shoe covers. 🕶️ Accessories: Sunglasses and sunscreen are essential to protect your skin from the sun; lip balm and moisturizing cream to keep your skin hydrated. 💳 Documents: ID card, cash, bank card, travel essentials; if you are driving, don't forget to bring your driver's license and vehicle-related documents. 💊 Medicine: Cold medicine, stomach medicine, and other common medicines in case of discomfort; if you are worried about altitude sickness, you can prepare related medicines in advance. 📱 Others: Mobile phone, charger, power bank, keep communication open; camera or mobile phone photography equipment to record beautiful moments. -- Zhangye's Danxia, Jiayuguan's majestic pass, Dunhuang's Mogao Caves, each stop is a must-see, come and start your northwest journey!