Dunhuang faces the majestic Qilian Mountains in the south, the vast Taklimakan Desert in the west, the rugged Beisai Mountain in the north and the Sanxian Mountain in the east. The area is 310.2 million square kilometers.
It has a warm temperate climate. The annual rainfall is only 39.9 mm, while the evaporation is as high as 2400 mm.
Sufficient sunshine and long frost-free period. In this small natural basin surrounded by mountains, the snow water of Danghe River moistens fertile soil, and the shade of green trees blocks the black wind and yellow sand; Grain and cotton are harvested in drought and flood, and fruits and vegetables are fragrant all year round;
The wonders of the desert are mysterious, and the Gobi is strange;
Cultural remains are world-famous and talented people come forth in large numbers. The beautiful Dunhuang is a rich, magical and charming land.