LANZHOU, China -- Lovers of ancient Buddhist history, vast deserts and scenic train journeys should set their sights on the easternmost stretch of the northern Silk Road, in what is now China's Gansu province. After experiencing its historical and natural wonders firsthand, I would say this is one of the most rewarding train trips in all of Asia -- if not the very best.
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An unforgettable express train trip along China's Silk Road
Follow in Marco Polo's footsteps on a weeklong odyssey in Gansu province
The train ride from Lanzhou to Dunhuang offers a blend of history and adventure, unfolding across a landscape shaped by the Silk Road. (All photos by Kit Yeng Chan)
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