Dharma Roads
Dunhuang, Gansu · China · East Asia
Mogao Caves
492 Silk Road cave shrines with murals spanning a thousand years.
Local tip
Daily tickets are capped. Book online well ahead in peak season.
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- Dunhuang (DNH), 25 km
- Suggested stay
- 2 days
- Best season
- May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
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Visa and entry: China
Visa-free entry for a growing list of nationalities, plus 240-hour visa-free transit. Others need a tourist (L) visa.
Tibet requires a Tibet Travel Permit and a pre-booked guided tour through a licensed agency. Independent travel in Tibet is not allowed for foreigners.
Rough daily cost per person
| ৳ BDT | ₹ INR | US$ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backpacker | ৳6,100 | ₹4,400 | US$50 |
| Mid-range | ৳13,420 | ₹9,680 | US$110 |
| Comfort | ৳30,500 | ₹22,000 | US$250 |
Rooms, food, local transport and entry fees; international flights excluded. Exchange rates are approximate.
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Last updated: 2026-10-17