Dunhuang welcomes spring with apricot blossoms
Apricot blossoms adorn Crescent Spring village, radiating spring charm. [Photo provided to gogansu.com]
The apricot blossom season coincides with a notable increase in tourism activity. According to data from local officials, the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring scenic spot received 2,705 visitors on April 2, representing a 14.67 percent increase compared to 2024.
Visitors are increasingly drawn to Dunhuang during this period to witness the distinctive spectacle of apricot flowers blooming against the dramatic desert backdrop, experiencing the unique charm of the area in springtime.
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