An early spring snowfall hit the Mingsha Mountain along with the Crescent Moon Spring scenic area in Dunhuang, northwest China’s Gansu Province on Tuesday. Tourists ride camels in the snow, enjoying the rare beauty of the stunning desert. /VCG Photo

Adjacent to Taklimakan desert in the west and bordering on Gobi area in the north, the weather in Dunhuang is characterized by dryness, sandstorm and strong wind. /VCG Photo

The Crescent Spring is situated at the foot of Mingsha Mountain and is surrounded by sand dunes. Seen from afar, the Crescent Spring resembles a crescent moon, hence its name. /VCG Photo

As an important stop on the ancient trade route Silk Road, Dunhuang is known for its grottoes, historical murals and Buddhist scriptures. /VCG Photo