The notebook of Jiayuguan
Let the peaks set the measure.
Fortress Ming, desert wall and Qilian peaks mark the historic western end of the Great Wall.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · Desert · Heritage
Good accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Jiayuguan
Fortress Ming, desert wall and Qilian peaks mark the historic western end of the Great Wall.
To understand what Jiayuguan is, you must look at Fort de Jiayuguan, Great Wall suspended and First Watch Tower. These places give us a view of a territory marked by urban life, desert areas and heritage and allow us to move from emblematic sites to more intimate stages.
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For a stay of 2 to 5 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: variable influx depending on the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect different sectors. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Fort de Jiayuguan
- Large suspended wall
- Première tour de guet
Before you choose
- Variable frequency depending on season
- Parking to anticipate in the center
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Culture and heritage
Fort de Jiayuguan
The fortress controlled the passage from the Hexi corridor to the western oasis. The collections and remains take time to exceed a mere photographic stop; reserving a sufficient beach helps to understand their regional historical context.
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Grande Muraille suspendue
A restored section climbs steeply on the desert foothills. Collections and remains take time to exceed a simple photographic stop; reserving a sufficient beach helps to understand their regional historical context.
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Première tour de guet
An earth tower overlooks the Taolai River gorge south of the fort. An early visit to the fort allows you to better observe local usages and the details of the site, while avoiding some of the groups and traffic.
Practical tips
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