[2025 Lanzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Baita Shan Gongyuan-Fayu Temple (Updated Aug)

#timetotravel The White Pagoda Mountain was one of our stops when we traveled around Gansu Province. To our surprise this Pagoda Mountains serves a great overlooking view of the Yellow River and the city of Lanzhou. You can go up by cable car or just walk. We opted to walk, it was tiring, yes, but there is beauty in climbing up. You will see the city slowly as you go higher up the mountain. When you reach the top, this is where you will see the White Pagoda in which the mountain was named after. We stayed there for half an hour, took some photos and just enjoy the sight of the yellow river and Lanzhou. It is free but you need to pay extra for the cable car. Enjoy the view! Address: North bank of the yellow river, Chengguan District #mytripvlog #tripblazers #mountainview #chinatravel

Perched on the northern bank of the Yellow River, Baita Temple (White Pagoda Temple) is one of Lanzhou’s most iconic landmarks. Nestled atop White Pagoda Mountain (Baita Shan), this serene temple offers panoramic views of the city, the winding river, and the surrounding hills—making it a must-visit for history lovers, photographers, and spiritual seekers alike. 📜 History Baita Temple was originally built during the Yuan Dynasty (1271–1368) to commemorate a Tibetan lama of the Sakya sect who died in Lanzhou en route to meet Genghis Khan. The original pagoda collapsed in the late Yuan period and was rebuilt during the Ming Dynasty (Jingtai reign, 1450–1456). It was later expanded in 1715 during the Qing Dynasty, when the temple was renamed Ci’en Temple The temple complex includes a 17-meter-high white pagoda with seven stories and eight sides, adorned with carved Buddhas and iron bells. It once housed three treasures: an elephant-hide drum, a bronze bell, and a Chinese redbud tree, though only the drum and bell remain today 🕰️ Operational Hours Daily: 06:00 AM – 06:00 PM Recommended visit time: 1–2 hours, especially in spring and autumn for the best views 🎫 Ticket Fee Entrance: CNY 6 per person Children and seniors may receive discounts depending on local policies 🚍 Transportation By Bus: Take buses No. 20, 35, 53, 108, or 131 to Baita Shan Park Alternatively, take buses No. 8, 11, 15, 26, 34, or 136 to Yellow River Iron Bridge, then walk along the riverbank From Xi Guan Shi Zi, Lanzhou’s bustling district, walk north for 15 minutes By Taxi: Easily accessible from downtown Lanzhou, with scenic routes along the river 🌄 What to Expect Scenic climb through lush greenery and traditional architecture Panoramic views of Lanzhou and the Yellow River from the summit Peaceful ambiance ideal for meditation, photography, and cultural exploration Nearby attractions include Zhongshan Bridge, Waterwheel Park, and Yellow River Stone Exhibition 📍 Location Address: Beibinhe Middle Road, Lanzhou, Gansu Province, China #เบิร์ดทั่วไทยไปทั่วโลก #birdjourneyjourneys #BaitaTemple #WhitePagodaLanzhou #LanzhouViews #YellowRiverChina #HistoricLanzhou #TempleOnTheHill #YuanDynastyHeritage #ChinaTravel #baitashan

Lanzhou's top attraction, Baita Mountain, is home to many temples, the most famous of which is Baita Temple. However, the best-preserved and most popular temple is Fayusi Temple. Fayusi Temple is a nunnery, with most of its buildings dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is built along a cliff, with the southern buildings perched on sheer cliffs, so the main gate faces east while sitting west. The colorful archway outside the main gate is also quite remarkable. Standing on the cliff, it offers a panoramic view of Lanzhou city and the rushing Yellow River. Turning left from the main gate leads to Baita Temple. Nearby are Yunyuet Temple and Wenchang Palace Taoist Temple, but they seem to be closed.