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Winter and spring trips to Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake, experiencing the Silk Road charm by camel in the desert

During the winter and spring seasons, Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake offer gentle winds and clear visibility, making it an excellent time to enjoy various activities. Riding camels in the desert is a signature experience here, and doing so in winter and spring feels especially leisurely. Sitting between the camel's humps, watching the steady pace of the camels, with the jingling bells blending with the wind, it feels like the whispers of ancient Silk Road messengers. The sunlight stretches shadows, creating a flowing painting with Crescent Lake. The activity is located 200 meters from the ticket gate on the right side of the plaza, costing 130 RMB per person (family ticket 150 RMB including children under 1.4 meters), lasting 30 to 40 minutes, with the endpoint only 400 meters from Crescent Lake. If it snows, the camel caravan walks on the silver-coated dunes, as if entering a fairy tale. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely and unique experience that feels like traveling through a thousand years. However, when riding, please follow the order by number, obey instructions, do not feed or tease the camels, hold on tightly, avoid shouting or suddenly opening umbrellas, use cameras and phones cautiously, and it is not suitable for people with heart disease, high blood pressure, or those over 65 years old. Come to Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake to start this romantic and exciting journey!
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Posted: Nov 20, 2025
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