Yumenguan Pass was built during the Han Dynasty, by order of Emperor Wu. At the time the Pass was the only way to access the northern route of the Silk Road.
The vital importance of the Yumenguan Pass was realized very early in the Western Han period (205 BC - 24 AD), as it was one of only two major passes along the western borders. In time, these passes became toll gates as trade became frequent with Central Asia and Europe. The Passes then became home to prosperous towns with silk flowing west and western goods came east.-
Yumenguang Pass is an impressive sight, even more so for the remarkable durability it has shown despite the simplicity of its building materials. It is an excellent reminder of the skill and ingenuity of ancient architects.
Local legends tell us that the original name of the pass was Small Square City, but it was later renamed as Yumenguan Pass, due to the sparkling jade that adorned the gates to bless the trade camels that arrived in the city laden with goods of all kinds.China Tour Packages Including Dunhuang
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Yumenguang Pass is an impressive sight, even more so for the remarkable durability it has shown despite the simplicity of its building materials. It is an excellent reminder of the skill and ingenuity of ancient architects.