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Shazhou Ancient City
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Actually a film city built by the Japanese. Shazhou (Sand City) is one of the old names of Dunhuang. Admission is 30 RMB (no student price). Guides in Shazhou Ancient City are close to useless, though they don't take the prize for being the most useless guides we've encountered on this trip.

Unique Suggestions: The view from some of the buildings and city gates (especially the main gate) are quite worthwhile, especially at sunset.

Updated Mar 6, 2006

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Q:  Plan to visit the Yardang from Dunhuang, would like to know how long it takes to drive from Dunhaung? 

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A: I forgot exactly how long (has been a long time since I was there) but it's a few hours drive from Dunhuang. 

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