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Jiayuguan Citywalk: 3-Day Itinerary — The Great Wall's Western Gate
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Jiayuguan Citywalk: 3-Day Itinerary — The Great Wall's Western Gate
Overview
Jiayuguan, Gansu — the westernmost pass of the Ming Great Wall. Lonely Planet calls it "one of China's most magnificent fortresses." Three days at the First Pass Under Heaven, Overhanging Wall, and Wei-Jin tomb murals.
Best Season: May-Oct | Budget: ¥800-1,500
Day 1: Jiayuguan Fortress (¥120 combo ticket)
Ming Dynasty western endpoint — triple-layer defense walls overlooking Qilian snow peaks.
Afternoon: Great Wall Museum (free).
Day 2: Overhanging Great Wall
Wall plunges down a mountain ridge like hanging from the sky. First Beacon Tower on cliffs above Taolai River.
Day 3: Wei-Jin Tomb Murals (¥50)
1700-year-old "underground gallery" — vivid scenes of Silk Road daily life.
Food
- Charcoal lamb skewers (¥3/skewer)
- Huguo noodle soup (¥15)
- Apricot drink