25 days Silk Road Adventure

Nestling high in the magnificent Tianshan Mountains; on clear days, the snow-capped peaks glistens in the sun and finely contrasts with blue lake water and steep forested hills.

A lake hiding among the forest in remote mountains of Xinjiang; remains almost intact; pure and fabulous place converging colorful folk customs and spectacular landscapes.

Ghost City:

The Mother River of Korla City, a gorgeous river with seven theme park built at the bank, pleasant sceneries can be seen when boating along the river; a perfect place to relax in the middle of your bumpy journey.

The earliest Buddhist caves chiseled out in China; reputed as one of the four Greatest grottoes together with the Mogao Grottos; first built in the 3rd or 4th century AD; 75 of the caves are now still complete with well-preserved.

More than 2,000 years old, this bazaar is the biggest international trade market in the northwest region of China; it features the most abundant goods, the lowest prices, and the most buyers.

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The largest mosque in China and the religious center of Kashgar; first built in 1442 with a history of over 500 years; amazingly popular among the Muslims in Xinjiang; gatherings and festivals are often held here.

The most magnificent tomb in Kashgar; a well-preserved Islamic architectural complex; served as the family tomb of Abakh Hoja, a powerful ruler of Kashgar in the 17th century.

The desert has always been regarded as a vast ocean of death; crossing the endless desert is an amazing experience full of excitement; on this harsh terrain, life still goes on, red willow is the showiest creature found here.

An elegantly shaped Muslim minaret, combining both Chinese and Islamic features; decorative wall bricks are carved into intricate and delicate patterns, full of local traits.

An ancient city built on the northern rim of the inhospitable Taklamakan Desert; once a busy trading center for traders traveling on the Silk Road, now a ruin teemed with traces depicting the prosperity of this former garrison.

IA most celebrated rock grotto in China. Carved in the 3rd century, it is also the largest, best preserved and richest treasure house of Buddhist art in the world.

The spring at the north of the mountain; an impressive oasis landscape with a crystal clear spring in crescent shape and an interesting mountain echoing the roaring sound of wind.

Built during the Qing Dynasty as a military fortress; just ruins remains nowadays; the whole city featuring a dim yellow color just like that of the desert, another loss of civilization of an oasis in desert...Tourists may have a break on the way from Dunhuang to Jiayuguan Pass, visiting the ancient town while sampling watermelon.

A museum by highway near the ancient city of Qiaowan, displaying specimens of wild animals and plants, dried-up corpse as well as 80 relics.

Known as the "Fresco Tombs" and "underground painting gallery", since the brick walls of the tombs are filled with fresco describing vividly the life of people lived along the Silk Road.

An extended part of the Jiayuguan Pass, and was once an important component in the medieval military defense system; winding through the Gobi dessert to a steep mountain, the wall seems to hang over the cliff, hence its name.

These are some of the oldest caves in China, despite their age, they still contain many well preserved Buddhism statues and murals.

The monastery today is an important place for Buddhist ceremonies and activities. The monks there are always friendly to travelers around the world.

IUndergone a long-term forestation the park now has taken a rather greenly outlook with plantation of luxuriant trees and plants of various kinds.

The natural beauty of the five springs is enhanced by verdant groves while the temples make it a famous religious destination.

The sign of Xi'an. It is the largest and best-preserved bell tower in China, and used for as timer and alarm in ancient China.

It's the most complete city wall that has survived in China, as well being one of the largest ancient military defensive systems in the world.

Tell you how do people live and work in a typical Matriarchal Clan Community Village 6000 years ago. Cradle of Chinese civilization.

As the eighth wonder of the ancient world, it has the history of more than 2200 years. Oriental mummies await you to discover its mystery.