Editor's Note:
Dunhuang, an ancient city in Northwest China’s Gansu Province, has become a hot destination in August. Tourists from all over the world come to experience its unique scenery of the ancient Silk Road and the beautiful view of the desert. As of July 30 this year, the major scenic spots of Dunhuang have been visited by 2.4 million tourists, an increase of 9.92 percent over the same period last year. (Photos: VCG)
The dunes of Echoing-sand Mountain surround the Crescent Lake scenic spot in Dunhuang, NW China’s Gansu Province, on August 6, 2018. Photo: VCG figcaption > Tourists ride camels next to the dunes of Echoing-Sand Mountain as they head towards the Crescent Lake scenic spot in Dunhuang, NW China’s Gansu Province, on August 6, 2018. Photo: VCG figcaption >