Ancient Silk Road in Gansu section attracts tourists

Tourists visit the Great Wall of Han Dynasty in Dunhuang City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Dec. 13, 2023. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)

The ancient Silk Road in Gansu section is home to many world heritage sites, including Mogao Grottoes and Jiayu Pass. With better tourism policies and winter landscapes, the Silk Road tour has become a hit among tourists.

Tourists visit the Jiayu Pass scenic area in Jiayuguan City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Dec. 12, 2023. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)

This aerial photo taken on Dec. 14, 2023 shows the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring scenic spot in Dunhuang City, northwest China's Gansu Province. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)

This photo taken on Dec. 14, 2023 shows the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring scenic spot in Dunhuang City, northwest China's Gansu Province. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)

Tourists take photos at the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring scenic spot in Dunhuang City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Dec. 14, 2023. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)

Tourists visit the Mogao Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting rich collections of Buddhist artworks, in Dunhuang City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Dec. 15, 2023. (Xinhua/Jia Zhao)