玉门关
Yumen Pass
Yumen Pass was an important border pass from the Hexi Corridor to the further west in the Han Dynasty. The rammed-earth small square city, the beacon towers and the remains of the Han Great Wall must be understood as a whole in the open desert. As an integral part of the Silk Road World Heritage route, it records the transportation, fortification and communication system, rather than an isolated magnificent building.
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玉门关
Yumen Pass in the northwest of Dunhuang City and the ruins of the Han Dynasty Great Wall
Before you go
Check the essentials before you visit
- Booking
- Confirm reservation requirements
- Admission notes
- Ticketed archaeological landscape; transport packages vary
- Suggested visit
- 4 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 site is far from the city and public transportation is limited. You should choose a regular Western Route vehicle or a confirmed route, find out which ruins are included, and prepare enough drinking water for the long journey.
Practical notes
There is little shade at the site, and the distance between the ruins can easily be underestimated. Do not climb fragile rammed earth walls, only move in marked areas, and confirm wind, high temperature and road conditions before setting off.
Plan your visit
How do I plan a Yumen Pass trip from Dunhuang?
Treat the visit as an excursion with transport arranged in advance. Confirm pickup, the return journey, stops included and whether transport within the scenic area is included before choosing a route. The suggested visit duration on this page is not the total round-trip time.
What should I check before setting out?
Confirm the current admission arrangements, weather and road conditions. Carry drinking water and sun protection, keep to marked visitor areas and avoid climbing the earthen remains. UNESCO's heritage record explains the site but is not a ticket-booking service.
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