Best 5 Places to Visit along China Silk Road
The Silk Road has attracted thousands of travelers from all over the world to explore it. There are many famous historical relics and natural landscapes along the Silk Road. Here are some introductions to popular cities on the China Silk Road tour.
Xian
Xian is the starting point of the Silk Road in China and a popular destination for China tours. Terracotta Warriors and Horses is one of the must-see attractions in Xian. It shows the spectacular scenery of the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, with thousands of terracotta warriors and horses neatly lined up in different forms. The Big Wild Goose Pagoda is a Buddhist holy place, witnessing a thousand years of Buddhist culture.
Stroll along the Ancient City wall to overlook the surrounding cityscape and feel the historical atmosphere. The Muslim Quarter is a gathering place for food. Meat buns, Liangpi and other special snacks let you savor the authentic Xian cuisine. Xian also has a very rich nightlife. Whether it’s a bar or a night market, you can feel the energy of the city.
Dunhuang
Dunhuang tours are also an excellent option for Silk Road travel. Dunhuang is a bright pearl on the ancient Silk Road, which is situated at the westernmost tip of the Hexi Corridor. Mogao Caves are a treasure trove of mural painting and sculpture art. With thousands of caves and exquisite murals, it also preserves precious Buddhist classics and documents.
Five kilometers south of Dunhuang City, the Mingsha Mountain is named after the deafening sound of its fine sand. In the hinterland of the Mingsha Mountain, there is a spring shaped like a crescent moon, the Crescent Moon Spring, which contrasts with the desert environment and is a unique landscape in Dunhuang.
Lanzhou
Located in northwest China, Lanzhou is an important transportation route along the Silk Road. The White Pagoda Mountain Park is located on the north bank of the Yellow River near the center of Lanzhou City. White Pagoda Hill is most famous for the ancient white pagoda at the top of the hill. The Temple of Literature in Wuwei is currently the largest and best-preserved Confucian temple in Northwest China.
Qinghai
Qinghai Province is the birthplace of the Yangtze, Yellow and Lancang Rivers. Qinghai Lake is a blue lake set on a plateau, the surrounding magnificent scenery attracts countless tourists. Caka Salt Lake is the largest salt lake in China. On a sunny day, the sky and scenery are reflected in the lake. Kumbum Monastery attracts countless tourists with its magnificent architectural style and deep cultural heritage.
Kashgar
Located in Xinjiang, Kashgar attracts tourists with its deep cultural heritage and is also highly acclaimed for its ethnic flavor. The ancient city of Kashgar is the best-preserved labyrinthine city neighborhood of ancient Western style in China. The Id Kah Mosque is one of the largest mosques in China, with solemn architecture.
