Apricot blossoms bloom beneath Mingsha Mountain in Dunhuang

Photo taken on March 31, 2026 shows apricot blossoms blooming across dozens of hectares at the foot of the Mingsha Mountain in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province. Against the backdrop of golden sand dunes, the pink and white blossoms create a striking contrast, where the vast desert meets the vitality of spring, painting a vibrant seasonal scene for the ancient Silk Road city. (Wang Binyin/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on March 31, 2026 shows apricot blossoms blooming across dozens of hectares at the foot of the Mingsha Mountain in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province. Against the backdrop of golden sand dunes, the pink and white blossoms create a striking contrast, where the vast desert meets the vitality of spring, painting a vibrant seasonal scene for the ancient Silk Road city. (Wang Binyin/Guangming Pictures)