What are the tourist attractions in Gansu?

Gansu is one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization and a prime location on the ancient Silk Road. It has rich cultural history and numerous tourism resources, attracting many tourists every year. Traveling to Gansu has also been rated as one of the must-visit places in your lifetime. So what are the classic attractions you must visit when traveling to Gansu?

1. Mogao Grottoes:

Dunhuang, located at the western end of the Hexi Corridor, is known as the "art gallery in the desert" and the "spiritual oasis of art and faith." It is not only a splendid art treasure house of ancient Chinese civilization, but also an important witness to the dialogue and exchanges between different civilizations that took place on the ancient Silk Road.

2. Jiayuguan:

Known as "the most powerful pass in the world", it is a transportation fortress on the ancient "Silk Road". Founded in the fifth year of Hongwu in the Ming Dynasty, it is a world cultural heritage, a national AAAAA tourist attraction, a national key cultural relics protection unit, and a national patriotism education demonstration base. The main attractions include Jiayuguan Pass, the Hanging Wall, the first pier of the Great Wall, the tombs of the Wei and Jin Dynasties, etc. 3. Maiji Mountain:

Maiji Mountain Scenic Area, located in Tianshui City, Gansu Province, is a national 5A tourist attraction. It consists of more than 180 scenic spots in five sub-scenic areas: Maijishan Grottoes, Xianren Cliff, Shimen, Quxi and Jieting Hot Spring. The scenic area has rich and diverse animal and plant species, unique geological landforms, typical climate, and well-preserved grotto culture.

4. Kongtong Mountain:

Located in Pingliang City, Gansu Province, it is a fortress on the west exit of Guanzhong on the Silk Road. This famous mountain has been visited by kings and literati of all ages. Since ancient times, it has been known as "the first mountain of Taoism in China".

5. Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring:

Located south of Dunhuang City, it is the best place for sand mountains and springs. It has always been famous for its "desert wonders". One of Dunhuang’s business cards. Here you can not only climb Mingsha Mountain, overlooking the Crescent Moon Spring, but also enjoy the desert sunset on the top of the mountain and feel the desolation and vastness of the northwest desert.

6. Zhangye Global Geopark:

Located in Linze and Sunan County at the northern foot of the Qilian Mountains, it is the most typical Danxia landform developed in the arid areas of northern China and the only Danxia landform in the country. The Xia landform and colorful hilly landscape complex area is amazing for its colorful landforms, interlaced layers, majestic momentum and spectacular scenes. 7. Dunhuang Yadan National Geopark:

Commonly known as Dunhuang Yadan Devil City. It is an important part of the Dunhuang Western Tourist Area, complementing the vast Gobi and desert landscapes. 8. Yumen Pass:

Yumen Pass, commonly known as Xiaofangpan City, was built when Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty opened the road to the Western Regions. It was an important military pass and Silk Road transportation artery during the Han Dynasty.

9. Zhagana:

Natural Stone City is an ancient city located in Yiwa Township, more than 30 kilometers northwest of Diebu County, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province. It means " "Stone Box". The terrain resembles both a large-scale palace and a natural rock wall. Zhagana Mountain is extremely steep and shrouded in clouds and mist, just like a fairyland.

10. Labrang Monastery:

One of the six major monasteries of the Gelug Sect of Tibetan Buddhism, it is known as the "World Tibetan Academy". It retains the best Tibetan Buddhist teaching system in the country. Here you can not only appreciate the Tibetan-style temple architecture and experience the strong religious charm, but also taste the unique Tibetan food of Labrang Temple.

Journey to the Northwest, are you ready?