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The advantages of Jiayuguan as a transit station; recommended one-day tour route to Jiayuguan

Jiayu Pass, known as the first pass in the world, is a fortress on the ancient Silk Road. Now, Jiayuguan has gradually become an important transportation hub in northwest China. Many tourists use it as a stopover on their trip to the Northwest. The editor below will introduce to you the benefits of using Jiayuguan as a transit station.

Geographical advantages

Jiayuguan is located in an important area of ??the Hexi Corridor. It is connected to Zhangye and Dunhuang, important tourist destinations on the Silk Road. Especially on the classic Grand Ring Road, Jiayuguan is a must-see and important place. Therefore, if you choose to transit in Jiayuguan, you can better plan and arrange your itinerary.

Transportation advantages: Railways, highways and aviation are convenient.

Jiayuguan is the largest transportation hub in western Lanzhou, Gansu. Aviation, railway, and road transportation are all developed. Jiayuguan International Airport has direct or connecting flights to almost all major airports across the country. There are many flights available and the price is much lower than Dunhuang and other places. High-speed rail and high-speed trains also extend in all directions, and many trains depart from Jiayuguan to Hexi, Gansu. Therefore, after arriving in Jiayuguan, arranging the next trip (to Dunhuang, Zhangye or the Populus euphratica forest of Jinta) is also the choice of many people.

There are many local travel options.

Jiayuguan has the world-famous Jiayuguan Tower, the hanging wall, the first pier of the Great Wall and other places of interest. A large number of tourists visit the area every year. At the same time, Jiayuguan Qiyi Glacier and Fantawild are also places that many foreign and surrounding tourists yearn for. Therefore, after transferring in Jiayuguan, you can have some fun in the local area before proceeding with your next trip.

Classic one-day tour

Jiayu Guan Tower-Cantilever Great Wall-First Pier of the Great Wall

This route is the most classic tour route in Jiayuguan. In 1 day, you can visit three of the most classic attractions. From the city, it takes about 6 hours a day to have fun. This route can be organized or chartered. Group tours are available all year round. If you rent a car, there are many options. Fees are different between high and low seasons, so you can inquire before traveling.

Or if you are traveling by car, you can also choose to drive. Since the scenic spots are all famous, navigation is easy. Tickets for attractions can be purchased at the next stop, or combined tickets can be purchased online in advance. After arriving at the scenic spot, you can enter the park with the SMS verification code. This is more convenient and cost-effective. At the same time, avoid the "false cantilever" bug of the premise.