China destination
Gansu
A long Silk Road corridor of caves, deserts, and frontier towns.
Selected for this region
Nine recommended places and experiences
Each recommendation pairs a real destination with an experience suited to its landscape, heritage and local life.
Mogao Caves
Heritage and History Walk
Explore architecture, objects and stories that reveal the site's historical importance.
Discover more →02Jiayuguan Pass
Heritage and History Walk
Explore architecture, objects and stories that reveal the site's historical importance.
Discover more →03Zhangye Danxia
Landscape and Nature Day
Experience the defining scenery with a route adapted to season, weather and walking ability.
Discover more →04Maijishan Grottoes
Heritage and History Walk
Explore architecture, objects and stories that reveal the site's historical importance.
Discover more →05Labrang Monastery
Sacred Culture Visit
Visit respectfully with context on belief, architecture and living religious practice.
Discover more →06Mingsha Mountain
Landscape and Nature Day
Experience the defining scenery with a route adapted to season, weather and walking ability.
Discover more →07Bingling Temple Grottoes
Heritage and History Walk
Explore architecture, objects and stories that reveal the site's historical importance.
Discover more →08Dunhuang Night Market
Local Food Experience
Taste representative local flavors and understand the ingredients and customs behind them.
Discover more →09Hexi Corridor Road
Private Scenic Route
Travel by private vehicle with flexible stops at key landscapes and cultural sites.
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