Weiyuan County Travel
Weiyuan County, Dingxi, Gansu - the source of the Weihe River, an ecological secret realm. Explore the living water at the source of the Weihe River, visit the relics of Bo Yi and Shu Qi in Shouyang Mountain, and admire the essence of ancient architecture of Baling Bridge. The 2-day 1-night itinerary integrates ecological and cultural experiences.
2-Day 1-Night Ecological and Cultural Tour of Weiyuan County
Explore the source of the Weihe River, visit the ancient relics of Shouyang Mountain, stroll across the ancient Baling Bridge, and taste the delicacies of Weiyuan
Arrive in Weiyuan and visit the Weihe Source Scenic Area. Climb Shouyang Mountain in the afternoon.
- Weiyuan Hotel
- Source Villa
- Scenic Area Homestay
- Weiyuan Mutton
- Wild Vegetables
- Yellow Rice Wine
- No water pollution allowed in the source area
- Large temperature difference in mountainous areas, bring outerwear
- Protect the ecological environment
Visit the Baling Bridge ancient architectural complex in the morning. Free time in the afternoon to buy special souvenirs and end the pleasant trip to Weiyuan.
- About 3 kilometers from the county seat to Baling Bridge
- It is recommended to go there on foot or by taxi
- Weihe Source: ¥60
- Shouyang Mountain: ¥30
- Baling Bridge: ¥20
- Source Exploration
- Ancient Architecture Photography
- Folk Culture Experience
Must-Try Foods in Weiyuan County
Weiyuan Mutton
A special food of Weiyuan, using locally raised goats with tender meat and no muttony smell. It can be stewed in clear soup, braised in brown sauce or made into hand-grasped mutton with a unique flavor.
Wild Vegetables
Specialties of Weiyuan's mountainous areas, including various wild vegetables such as bracken and sow thistle. They are green and pollution-free, can be eaten cold or stir-fried, and are rich in nutrients.
Yellow Rice Wine
A traditional fermented wine in Weiyuan, brewed with local yellow rice, with orange-yellow color and mellow taste, it is an excellent gift for entertaining guests and giving as presents.
- Summer (June-August): Best season for summer resort
- Autumn (September-October): Layers of forests dyed in color
- Spring (April-May): Mountains covered with blooming flowers
- Weiyuan Mutton
- Wild Vegetables
- Yellow Rice Wine
- Handmade Steamed Buns
- Tickets: About ¥110
- Accommodation: ¥120-200 per night
- Catering: ¥50-80 per day
- Experience Projects: About ¥60
- Total: ¥480-780
- What are the characteristics of Weihe Source? → Covered with primeval forests, it is the birthplace of the Weihe River
- What is the historical allusion of Shouyang Mountain? → The seclusion place of Bo Yi and Shu Qi
- When was Baling Bridge built? → First built in the Ming Dynasty, a national key cultural relic protection unit
- What are the special souvenirs of Weiyuan? → Yellow Rice Wine, Dried Wild Vegetables, Handmade Embroidery