Zhangxian Travel
Zhangxian County, Dingxi City, Gansu Province – an ecological pearl in Gansu and a resort of Danxia wonders. Visit Guiqing Mountain to enjoy the forest oxygen bar, explore Zheyang Mountain to admire Danxia landforms, and tour Wang's Yuan Dynasty Tombs to discover Yuan Dynasty culture. This 2-day 1-night itinerary combines ecological and cultural experiences.
Zhangxian 2-Day 1-Night Ecological and Cultural Tour
Wander in the forest oxygen bar, explore Danxia wonders, visit Yuan Dynasty relics, and taste Zhangxian's local delicacies
Arrive in Zhangxian County and visit Guiqing Mountain Forest Park. In the afternoon, tour Zheyang Mountain Scenic Area.
- Zhangxian Hotel
- Guiqing Mountain Resort
- Zheyang Mountain Homestay
- Zhangxian Lamb
- Wild Mountain Vegetables
- Yellow Rice Wine
- Large temperature difference in mountainous areas, bring a coat
- Wear comfortable shoes for hiking
- Protect the natural environment
In the morning, visit Wang's Yuan Dynasty Tombs. In the afternoon, free time for shopping local souvenirs and end the pleasant trip to Zhangxian.
- About 15 km from scenic area to county seat
- Car rental or self-driving is recommended
- Guiqing Mountain: ¥60
- Zheyang Mountain: ¥50
- Wang's Yuan Dynasty Tombs: ¥20
- Forest Hiking
- Danxia Photography
- Yuan Dynasty Cultural Experience
Must-Try Foods in Zhangxian
Zhangxian Lamb
A local specialty of Zhangxian, using locally raised goats with tender meat and no muttony smell. It can be stewed, braised or served as hand-grasped mutton with unique flavor.
Wild Mountain Vegetables
Specialty of Zhangxian's mountainous areas, including various wild vegetables such as bracken and sow thistle, green and pollution-free, can be eaten cold or stir-fried, rich in nutrition.
Yellow Rice Wine
Traditional fermented wine in Zhangxian, brewed with local yellow rice, orange-yellow in color and mellow in taste, an excellent gift for guests and relatives.
- Summer (Jun-Aug): Best season for summer escape
- Autumn (Sep-Oct): Forests with colorful leaves
- Spring (Apr-May): Blooming mountain flowers
- Zhangxian Lamb
- Wild Mountain Vegetables
- Yellow Rice Wine
- Handmade Steamed Buns
- Tickets: About ¥130
- Accommodation: ¥120-200/night
- Catering: ¥50-80/day
- Experience Projects: About ¥60
- Total: ¥500-800
- What are the features of Guiqing Mountain? → High forest coverage, ideal summer resort
- What are the characteristics of Zheyang Mountain's Danxia landform? → Precipitous mountains with dense caves
- What is the historical value of Wang's Yuan Dynasty Tombs? → Family cemetery of Wang Shixian in Yuan Dynasty, national key cultural relic protection unit
- What are the special souvenirs in Zhangxian? → Yellow Rice Wine, dried wild mountain vegetables, handmade embroidery