Travel Guides & Tips in this video
- Tip 1To visit the Mogao Grottoes, you must purchase tickets in advance through your hotel or a designated address. Tickets cost approximately 240 kuai and include a movie, a guide, shuttle bus, and access to the caves. (0:38)
- Tip 2Before entering the Mogao Grottoes, visit the tourist center to watch an introductory movie. English translations are available via headsets. (0:55)
- Tip 3Only seven grottoes are accessible at a time due to preservation efforts. The tour guide manages access, ensuring the artifacts remain protected. (3:08)
- Tip 4The museum showcases the sculptures' creation process: a wood frame, hay/straw, mud, smoothing, and painting. (4:49)
- Tip 5The Singing Sand Dunes are easily accessible by taxi from the city center, costing around 11 kuai. Tickets to the dunes cost 110 kuai per person, with additional costs for camel rides, ATVs, helicopter rides, and dune buggy rides. (5:54)
- Tip 6A sightseeing bus is available to transport visitors within the dunes park for 20 kuai, but walking is also an option. (6:49)
James and Keli's Dunhuang adventure unfolds in this captivating vlog! From meticulously preserved Mogao Grottoes, showcasing ancient Buddhist art and architecture, to breathtaking Singing Sand Dunes offering stunning sunset views, their journey is filled with unique experiences. Learn about the history of the grottoes, the process of their creation, and the surprising cost of entry. Witness their playful moments building sandcastles amidst the dunes, adding a touch of lighthearted fun to this cultural exploration.
Next travel video: ( 12 / 26 )
More about the current video:( 11 / 26 )
James and Keli, the adventurous couple from "Two Tickets Around the World," continue their Silk Road journey in Dunhuang, China. Their exploration begins at the Mogao Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage site. They detail the process of purchasing tickets, emphasizing the need for advance booking. The experience includes a captivating introductory film, followed by a guided tour of seven carefully selected caves out of over 300.
The intricate details of the grottoes' construction and preservation are highlighted, with James and Keli describing the use of wood, hay, mud, and the protective concrete structures added in the 1960s. They also note the historical significance of the caves as sponsored projects by wealthy individuals and groups, whose names and images are often preserved within the artwork.
Their afternoon is spent at the Singing Sand Dunes, a contrasting landscape of natural beauty. The vlog showcases the stunning sunset views and the various activities available, from camel rides to dune buggies. James and Keli's playful interactions, including their attempt at sandcastle building and sand angels, add a lighthearted touch to the video. The day concludes with a visit to the night market, promising a delightful culinary experience. Throughout their adventure, James and Keli share their personal insights, creating an engaging narrative that captures the essence of their Dunhuang exploration. Their detailed descriptions, coupled with the stunning visuals of the Mogao Grottoes and the Singing Sand Dunes, make this vlog a must-watch for anyone planning a trip to this remarkable region of China.
