You’re planning a trip along the Silk Road, which spans across several countries in Asia and Europe. Here’s a breakdown of your question:
- Use money (人民幣): You want to know if it’s possible to travel the entire route using only Chinese yuan.
- Dunhuang () and Jiayuguan () are both cities located in Gansu Province, China, which have significant cultural and historical importance along the Silk Road. They might be a focus of your trip or part of the itinerary.
- Ürümqi (烏魯木齊) is the capital city of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in northwest China, also located on the ancient Silk Road route.
In short, it’s possible to travel parts of the route using only Chinese yuan, but you might need to exchange currency or use other local currencies for certain sections of your journey. Here are some reasons why:
- While Dunhuang and Jiayuguan are in China and you could possibly use Chinese currency (人民幣) there, you’ll likely encounter different countries along the Silk Road route that have their own currencies.
- Ürümqi is also located in China’s Xinjiang Province, where you might need to exchange some of your money into local currency or rely on credit cards and travelers’ checks.
To make the most out of your trip, consider a combination of Chinese yuan and other local currencies for certain sections of your journey. You can use ATMs to withdraw cash when needed, and many restaurants, shops, and hotels accept major credit cards and digital payment methods like WeChat Pay or Alipay in China.