沙州夜市
Shazhou Night Market
Dunhuang was called Shazhou in ancient times. Shazhou Night Market (Dunhuang Night Market) is a night market integrating northwest cuisine, cultural creativity and specialties. The core area is the "Shazhou Shiyi" intangible cultural heritage snack area. Highlights include: Mobei Grilled Fish: Top-rated in the night market, with crispy skin, fresh and tender fish, sweet and sour, and slightly spicy. Beef patties with scallions and scallions: The king of the queue, with crispy skin and sautéed beef with scallions.
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沙州夜市
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Before you go
Check the essentials before you visit
- Booking
- Confirm reservation requirements
- Admission notes
- Check official information
- Suggested visit
- 3 hr
- Information updated
- 10/2/2026
Hours, prices, booking rules and ID requirements can change. Confirm them with the attraction before booking or setting out.
Opening hours
Confirmed opening hours are not available on this page. Check opening and last-entry times with the venue before setting out.
Getting there
The night market is located in the urban area with convenient transportation, and is directly accessible from the terminal of the airport/train station bus line. After watching the sunset from Mingsha Mountain, you can take the free bus directly to the night market.
Practical notes
After 9pm, when it gets dark, the lights are on, the atmosphere is the best, and it avoids peak crowds. Look for the core area of "Shazhou Food Station" and avoid the stalls soliciting customers at the door. Please refer to the latest official announcement for opening, reservation and ticketing arrangements.
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