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Zheyang Mountain Tourist Scenic Area
Located on the south side of Zhang County, Dingxi City, Gansu Province, Zhayang Mountain is a local natural scenic spot in Zhang County. Zhayang Mountain is steep and has deep canyons. It is a good place for climbing and visiting canyons. There are also water flows, trees, etc., and the environment is beautiful. It is a rare landscape in the arid northwest region. Coming to Zhayang Mountain for tourism, it is said to be climbing, but in fact it is more about visiting the canyon. The peak of Zhayang Mountain is on the south side, and the entrance to the Attraction is on the north side. There are two canyons in the Attraction, Dongxi and Xixi, which can lead to the depths. At present, the main landscape is concentrated in the Xixi canyon. The canyon is about 7.5 kilometers long. The first half is a well-repaired stone step road, etc., all the way to the ladder landscape. The back is mainly natural dirt roads. You can hike in the canyon. If you don't have enough physical strength, you can also ride a horse. There are many locals on the roadside who rent horses. Generally, you only play in Xixi for about 3-4 hours. If you have enough time, you can also visit the mountaintop area and Dongxi Canyon together, which takes about 1 day. Not far from the Attraction, there are some resorts and farmhouses run by locals where you can choose to stay.Zhang County · 24km from downtown
Guiqing Mountain Tourism Scenic Area
Guiqing Mountain is located in the south of Zhang County, Dingxi City. It is a famous mountain with beautiful scenery on the Loess Plateau in Longzhong. Guiqing Mountain is steep and spectacular, with dense trees, canyons and streams in the mountains. The environment is very beautiful. There are historical sites such as Zhongfeng Temple, and there are historical legends left by Jiang Wei, a general of Shu Han. You can go mountaineering and visit historical sites when you come to the Attraction. It is a famous tourist destination in eastern Gansu. Guiqing Mountain Attraction is divided into two parts, one is the peak area, and the other is the Guiqing Canyon at the foot of the mountain. Visitors can visit the canyon area first, and then climb the mountain. Climbing takes about half a day, and playing in the entire Attraction takes about half a day. In addition, tourists can also take a car directly to the top of the mountain and then go down to play, which saves time and energy. Guiqing Canyon is located at the foot of the mountain. It is deep and quiet, full of greenery and tranquil. The peak area is a mountaineering road with more than 1,800 steps. You can enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery and some temples and historical sites. In addition, there are streams and waterfalls on the mountain that flow down close to the stone walls. The environment is beautiful and suitable for photography.Zhang County · 23.7km from downtown
Ruyi Peak
Zhang County · 22.9km from downtown
Jiuzhaigou National Park
Jiuzhaigou National Park is located in Jiuzhaigou County of Ngawa Prefecture. With its towering snow-capped peaks, dense forests, and vibrantly colored pools and shoals, crystal-clear streams meander through the forests and shallows. Combined with Tibetan wooden houses, prayer flags, and the unique traditional customs of the Tibetan and Qiang ethnic groups, Jiuzhaigou National Park is often referred to as a "beautiful fairyland". Jiuzhaigou National Park features a Y-shaped layout, consisting of three main valleys: Shuzheng Valley, Rize Valley, and Jiuzhaigou-Zechawa Valley, with a total length of over 50 km.The attraction is equipped with eco-friendly sightseeing vehicles that stop at designated stations. Visitors can wait at each station and conveniently tour various attractions within the site by taking the sightseeing vehicles.China · Jiuzhaigou
Huanglong National Scenic Area
Huanglong National Scenic Area is a Attraction famous for its fantastic and beautiful calcified pools. The water in the numerous calcified pools in the Attraction is crystal clear and colorful and very beautiful. There are also many natural landscapes such as forests, canyons, snow-capped mountains and waterfalls in the Attraction. It is known as the "Fairyland on Earth". Huanglong National Scenic Area is mainly divided into two parts, Huanglong Headquarters and Munigou. Huanglong Main Gou in Huanglong Headquarters is the main Attraction of Huanglong National Scenic Area, and is also the place generally referred to when talking about Attraction. The Attraction is located in Songpan County. The best time to visit here is in summer and autumn, when the lake is in its flood season, with a large pool area and beautiful scenery. In winter and early spring, the water volume is smaller, but the scenery is still good.China · Songpan
Li Family Dragon Palace
Located in Miao'er Lane, Yixin Village, Nan'an Township, Longxi County, Li Family Dragon Palace was originally an ancestral shrine for the Li clan worldwide to honor their ancestors and strengthen family bonds. It became famous globally because Emperor Taizong of Tang personally inscribed the name "Li Family Dragon Palace." It is one of the important carriers and landmark buildings for studying the cultural heritage and relics of the Li clan in Longxi. In the 5th year of the Shunzhi reign of the Qing Dynasty, Li Family Dragon Palace was destroyed by war, leaving only the "Beitian Diyi Men" archway. It was rebuilt in the 1st year of the Kangxi reign. When Lü Peigao served as magistrate in the 37th year of the Kangxi reign, he hung a vertical plaque inscribed with "Yang Mi Gao" on the "Beitian Diyi Men." In the 5th year of the Tongzhi reign, Longxi City fell, and Li Family Dragon Palace suffered another disaster. It was renovated and expanded during the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China. Although its scale was far from its former glory, it was still nestled among mountains and waters, with staggered halls and pavilions, offering a unique charm. In September 2003, Li Family Dragon Palace officially opened to visitors. It has since hosted over 80 Li clan organizations from home and abroad, as well as Li clan organizations from 29 provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions across China, along with Li clan members and tourists from China and abroad who came to Longxi to sightsee and trace their roots. In 2006, Li Family Dragon Palace was successively named "Dingxi Patriotism Education Base" and "Gansu Patriotism Education Base" by the Dingxi Municipal Committee and the Gansu Provincial Committee, respectively. In 2011, the People's Government of Gansu Province declared Li Family Dragon Palace a provincial-level cultural relic protection unit. In 2013, Li Family Dragon Palace became one of the 11 core scenic spots of the Silk Road tourism belt in Gansu.Longxi · 24.3km from Zhang County
Shapotou Scenic Area
The scenic spot is located 16 kilometers west of Zhongwei City, Ningxia, on the southeastern edge of the Tengger Desert. The scenic spot has successively won honors such as "the first batch of national 5A-level tourist attractions", "the top 500 global environmental protection units", and "the first batch of national tourism standardization demonstration units". The three major cultural elements of the scenic area include the "Yellow River Culture" based on the intangible cultural heritage sheepskin rafts, the "Desert Culture" based on straw grids and Desert Legend Park, and the "Starry Sky Culture" based on the Desert Star Hotel. The tourism resources of these three elements have created a unique and magnificent landscape of "sunset over the long river and starry sky in the desert". The "six major ways to play" are highly praised and loved by tourists. Among them, the Yellow River projects include sheepskin rafting, Huangtengda, Yellow River speedboat, drift boat, passionate sandboarding and high-altitude bungee jumping, etc. The desert projects include Desert Camel, Desert Flying (Stepping into the Blue Clouds), and Sand Sea. Surfing, etc., starry sky projects include stargazing lectures, meteor feasts, sand therapy experiences, star cakes and other special products. In addition, there are also privately customized products for hiking, desert expansion, and educational and entertaining study experiences. The scenic area not only has diverse cultural elements and fun project experiences, but also multi-level accommodation experiences waiting for you: the butler-style Diamond Hotel, the quiet Desert Star Hotel for stargazing, the quiet Yellow River Courtyard in the bustling city, and finally the economical and affordable business-style Tourist Service Center Hotel and other differentiated tourist accommodations for you to choose from.China · Zhongwei
Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park
Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park is a key cultural tourism project in Gansu Province and a comprehensive cultural tourism initiative prioritized by the Lanzhou Municipal Committee and Government. Located by the Yellow River, the park is just 13 km from downtown Lanzhou and 30 km from Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport, making it one of the closest Danxia landform clusters to a major urban center in China. With a total planned area of 400 sq km and a core visiting area of 25 sq km in its first phase, it ranks among the largest discovered landscapes of its kind in the country. The park primarily features red mountain bay formations, along with spectacular Danxia cliffs, isolated peaks, secluded valleys, narrow gorges, and balancing rocks. Its colorful mountains set against winding waterways create a masterpiece of Danxia landform scenery. The attraction features seven viewing platforms showcasing the Danxia landforms: Silk Road Glow, Silk Road Eagle, Flying Apsaras Exploration, Nine-Colored Danxia, Danxia Reflecting Sky, Emerald Peaks Rippling Sky, and Danxia Summit Scenic View. It also includes the Ancient Silk Road Gateway, Shajing Tribe Cultural Square, Desert Bells Scenic Boulevard, and a 2,550m Danxia boardwalk viewing area. As a key cultural tourism project in the province, Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park adheres to the principles of "ecological protection, green development, preserving original features, and moderate development." Leveraging Lanzhou's unique resource advantages and focusing on the domestic tourism market, it aims to cultivate new growth drivers for Lanzhou's cultural tourism industry and establish a new highland for cultural tourism in the city.China · Yongdeng
Guiqing Mountain Botanical Garden
Zhang County · 23.1km from downtown
Weiheyuan Scenic Area
Weiheyuan Scenic Area is located in Hongxia Village, Wuzhu Town, Weiyuan County, Dingxi City. The Weihe River originates from the Weihe Source Attraction in the Niaoshu Mountain System in the southwest of Weiyuan County, and is 50 kilometers long in Weiyuan. The entire Attraction is lush with vegetation and green grass. The scenery changes as you move. Sometimes it is surrounded by mountains and waters, with beautiful scenery, and sometimes it is steep with springs and waterfalls. It has a good natural ecological foundation.Weiyuan · 38.2km from Zhang County
Free things to do in Zhang County
Li Family Dragon Palace
Longxi · 24.3km from Zhang County
Gansu Provincial Museum
China · Lanzhou
Qingmuchuan Ancient Town
China · Ningqiang
Watershed
Zhang County · 36km from downtown
Weiyuan Tower
Longxi · 23km from Zhang County
Lanzhou Old Street
China · Lanzhou
Zhongshan Bridge
China · Lanzhou
Baoji Bronze Ware Museum
China · Baoji
Tengger Desert
China · Zhongwei
Songpan Ancient City
China · Songpan
What travellers say about Zhang County
Anonymous user5 May 2025
5.0
The scenery is very nice, but the road is really long. I climbed the plank road for a long time and only walked halfway. I didn't reach the South Gate of Heaven! The only regret is that I didn't find the car to go up the mountain. I only heard people say that I could take a car to the top of the mountain!
Zheyang Mountain Tourist Scenic Area
RRR5555 February 2023
5.0
Guiqing Mountain is located near Ba Ma Village, Caotan Township, 72 kilometers away from Zhang County, Gansu Province. The entire scenic area is 15 kilometers long from north to south and 2 to 5 kilometers wide from east to west. It connects 18 villages around it, so it is also known as the "Eighteen Villages of Guiqing". It is the most beautiful natural scenery in the Loess Plateau in Longzhong! There are virgin forests everywhere, and it is known as a natural botanical garden. Tourists who go to Gansu must go there to play.
Guiqing Mountain Tourism Scenic Area
Mag.toh26 October 2026
5.0
Words and photos don't do Jiuzhaigou justice. The stunning crystal-clear lakes, majestic waterfalls, and fresh mountain air make it one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited
Jiuzhaigou National Park
飘过来又27 October 2026
4.0
Huanglong's scenery truly lives up to its reputation. The Five-Colored Pool is breathtaking, the scenery along the way is beautiful, and the scenic trails are reasonably well-maintained. Overall, the scenery is worth a special trip. The biggest drawback is the cable car scheduling; the wait time is too long, and queuing consumes a lot of energy. Long waits at high altitudes are physically demanding and can easily induce discomfort, reducing the time available for exploring the mountain. It is hoped that the scenic area can optimize the cable car scheduling to improve efficiency and reduce waiting times for tourists. Aside from the cable car queue issue, the overall experience at Huanglong is acceptable. I recommend it to those who want to see the Yaochi (Jade Pool) scenery. I suggest allowing ample time and bringing warm clothing and oxygen cylinders.
Huanglong National Scenic Area
M29***6227 April 2020
5.0
Lijialong Palace (Li's Ancestral Hall) was first built in the early Tang Dynasty. It is a complex of ancient palace-style buildings from the Tang Dynasty. It is the ancestral hall where Li clan members all over the world gather to strengthen their clan relationship and worship their ancestors. It is famous both at home and abroad because of the inscription "Lijialong Palace" written by Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin.
Li Family Dragon Palace
【然然】27 October 2026
5.0
Shapotou is absolutely worth a visit! The vast desert stretches as far as the eye can see, with fine sand and an immersive atmosphere. Standing in front of the dunes is simply breathtaking. There are plenty of activities to enjoy, and the facilities are excellent. You can admire the magnificent desert scenery while having fun with various activities, making it the top choice for a trip to Zhongwei. Highly recommended!
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Shapotou Scenic Area
Patrick Woodbourne Clarke22 October 2026
5.0
Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park is fabulous. One of the top three things I have done on this tour. I used Trip.com to get out to the park and that was very easy. Shuttle buses are necessary to get between the various vantage points. I would come for longer next time and do the zip line. I got an 8am bus from Xiaoxihu Subway Station and it leaves the Park at 12pm to return back to the city.
Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park
M45***2828 December 2025
5.0
In winter, the Weihe River source scenic area is covered in silver, with frozen rivers and emerald green frost. The branches are covered with rime ice, resembling a world of jade. The snow-covered mountains are even more ethereal. Strolling through it, one feels a sense of tranquility and forgets words. It is a great value for money.
Weiheyuan Scenic Area
