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Jiayuguan Cultural Relics Scenic Area — reference image

嘉峪关

Jiayuguan

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Jiayuguan lies in the Hexi Corridor, with its fortress and Great Wall remains forming the main travel themes. The sites are not concentrated in one walkable area; visit them in stages according to transport arrangements.

At a glance

Stay
2–3 days
Airports
Rail or road access
Region
Northwest China

Last updated: 10/14/2026

First visit

Arrive and settle in Jiayuguan

Start with arrival and where to stay, then choose your sights. Recheck transport and accommodation details before booking.

Arrival and transfers+

Use central Jiayuguan as a transfer base. Check locations and transport separately for the fortress, the First Beacon Tower of the Great Wall and the Overhanging Great Wall. Do not treat all three as sharing one entrance.

Choosing accommodation+

Choose accommodation based on your destinations and transport options. Confirm your arrival time and the identity documents required for check-in.

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Jiayuguan Cultural Relics Scenic Area — reference image
Landmarks

Jiayuguan Cultural Heritage Scenic Area

嘉峪关文物景区

Jiayuguan Cultural Heritage Scenic Area has three main components: the pass fortress, the First Beacon Tower of the Great Wall and the Overhanging Great Wall. The fortress walls, gates and towers illustrate the layout of the western-end pass of the Ming Great Wall. This page’s reference gallery focuses on the fortress and does not cover the other two areas.