Tourists flock to Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring in NW China's Gansu

Photo taken on Aug. 1, 2026 shows tourists visiting the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring Scenic Area in Dunhuang City, northwest China's Gansu Province. In summer, the scenic area boasts breathtaking desert landscapes, attracting visitors from across the country to admire its natural beauty and experience the unique charm of the ancient Silk Road. (Zhang Xiaoliang/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Aug. 1, 2026 shows tourists visiting the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring Scenic Area in Dunhuang City, northwest China's Gansu Province. (Zhang Xiaoliang/Guangming Picture)