White Horse Pagoda

White Horse Pagoda

Traditionally said to have been built to commemorate the white horse on the journey west to obtain Buddhist scriptures. Its form is simple and ancient, and it is a place to overlook the surroundings and feel the legends of the Silk Road.

Dunhuang 4A City Area Dunhuang City Center
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白马塔

Legend has it that it was built to commemorate the white horse on the journey west to obtain Buddhist scriptures. With its simple, ancient style, it is a place to overlook the surroundings and experience Silk Road legends.

Highlights at a Glance

  • Ancient Pagoda
  • Silk Road
  • Legend
  • History

Visiting Tips

The attraction is located in the Dunhuang urban area with convenient transportation, making it suitable for combining with a Dunhuang city itinerary. This scenic area is a national 4A-level tourist attraction, and it gets crowded on holidays, so it is recommended to check opening hours and ticket information in advance.

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