introduce

Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring is located in the south of Dunhuang City, where sand mountains and springs coexist. It has always been famous as a "desert wonder" and is one of Dunhuang's business cards. Here you can not only climb Mingsha Mountain, overlook the Crescent Lake, but also enjoy the desert sunset on the top of the mountain, and feel the desolation and vastness of the northwest desert.

Although water and fire have always been incompatible, Crescent Moon Spring is safely located in this sandy mountain. Crescent Moon Spring is located at the foot of Mingsha Mountain, surrounded by sand dunes. Because of the terrain, when the wind blows, the sand does not go down the mountain, but flows up the mountain. Therefore, Crescent Moon Spring will never be buried by sand and is known as "the eye of the desert". ".

The mountain body of Mingsha Mountain is formed by the accumulation of quicksand. From a distance, the ups and downs of the sand dunes are spectacular. It is recommended to visit the scenic spot in the afternoon, so that you can avoid the scorching heat in the desert at noon, and when the sun sets, climb to the top of the mountain to look at the distant sand sea and the Crescent Lake at the foot of the mountain, and watch the beautiful sunset.

The scenic area currently provides a variety of recreational activities, such as: camel riding, sand boarding, grass skiing, desert motorcycles, archery, helicopter tours, etc. Among them, camel riding and sand boarding are more popular among tourists and are worth experiencing.

After entering the scenic spot, tourists can directly climb Mingsha Mountain, and after enjoying the scenery, they can choose to slide down the mountain. When you slide down from the top of the mountain, you will hear the sound of "dong dong dong", like beating gongs and drums, which is frightening and exciting, hence the name of Mingsha Mountain.


opening hours

January 1-March 9 07:30-18:00; March 10-April 19 07:00-19:00; April 20-August 19 05:00-20:30 ; August 20-October 9 06:00-19:30; October 10-November 9 06:30-18:30; November 10-December 31 07:30-18: 00

Preferential treatment policy

elder:People aged 60 (inclusive) to 69 (inclusive) can enjoy half price with their original ID card; seniors aged 70 (inclusive) and above can get free with their original ID card; and those who hold Gansu Senior Citizen’s Preferential Treatment Card and ID card at the same time can get free of charge
student:2. Chinese students studying abroad are half price with their valid ID card and student ID card; students under 18 years old (not included) are free with their original ID card; domestic full-time undergraduates and below (excluding night university, university, etc.) TV University, self-examination, adult education, short-term training, etc.) students are free with their student ID card and ID card; foreign students studying in China (undergraduate and below) are free with their valid ID card and student ID card
soldier:Active soldiers (soldier certificates), armed police, disabled soldiers, retired military cadres, and military school students are free of charge with their ID cards and relevant valid certificates
fire rescue personnel:Fire and rescue personnel hold their own ID cards and valid documents that can identify the identity of fire and rescue personnel, free of charge
the disabled:Disabled persons with ID cards and the "Disability Certificate of the People's Republic of China" issued by the civil affairs department are free of charge
police:All policemen holding People's Police Cards nationwide (excluding Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) are free of charge with their ID cards and valid certificates.
Longyuan talent:Present the Longyuan Talent Service Card and ID card at the same time; Note: Longyuan Talent Service Card-A category is valid for a long time, B category is valid for 5 years, and C category is valid for 3 years, free of charge
medical staff:Medical workers nationwide who hold a doctor's qualification certificate, a licensed physician certificate, a rural physician certificate, a licensed pharmacist certificate, a nurse certificate, a nurse practitioner certificate, a medical laboratory technician certificate, a health professional technical certificate, a radiographer certificate, a medical imaging certificate, etc. Technician qualification certificate, rehabilitation treatment qualification certificate, nutritionist qualification certificate, psychological counselor certificate, free of charge
Citizens of Dunhuang:Citizens of Dunhuang present their original ID cards, and students in Dunhuang must show their ID cards or household registration booklets when purchasing tickets. Free
Residents of Qinghai Oilfield Base:Residents of the Qinghai Oilfield Base must present their blue residence booklets and ID cards at the same time. Those who move out of their household registrations do not enjoy preferential policies and are free of charge.
Resident investors and entrepreneurs in London:Resident investors and entrepreneurs who come to London with their original ID cards and residence permits, free of charge
Citizens of Jiuquan and Jiayuguan:Citizens of Jiuquan and Jiayuguan are free of charge with their personal ID cards.
Supplementary Note:1. Those who enjoy the above preferential policies are only valid for the holders of domestic certificates (original documents). 2. The above information is for reference only. For specific information, please refer to the disclosure of the scenic spot on the day.

Service Facilities

PARKING LOT:[Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring parking lot] Reference price: 5 yuan during the day, 10 yuan overnight; address: at the gate of Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring; location: 500
bathroom:There is a toilet at the entrance of the scenic spot, and there are four toilets in each of the four viewing platforms.

must see tips

1. There are two best angles to enjoy or take pictures of Crescent Lake: one is to climb to the top of the sand mountain and overlook the Crescent Spring; the other is to look at the Crescent Lake from a close distance.
2. When climbing sand mountains, please follow the signs of the scenic spot and carry out activities within the mountaineering range specified by the scenic spot. Never play "exploration" outside the area alone, so as not to endanger your own safety.
3. When riding a camel, you should obey the arrangement of the camel guide or the tour guide, and do not feed or tease the camel at will to prevent accidents. Stay away from the camel's hind feet or head to prevent it from kicking and spraying you.
4. There is a storage place for small items in the tourist center of the scenic spot, and large items can be stored at the information desk of the scenic spot.
5. During the annual Golden Week and the "Sandboarding Festival" in June, the number of tourists here will increase sharply. It is recommended that tourists go to the wrong peak.
6. The sun radiation here is very strong, and the ultraviolet rays are super strong. You need to pay attention to sun protection and UV protection whenever you go.
7. Every July to August is the hottest time in Dunhuang, and the sand hills will be scorched by the sun, so try to avoid going there at this time.
8. Tickets are valid within 3 days from the date of purchase, and you can enter the park with your ID card for face recognition.