Lintan County Travel

Lintan County, Gannan, Gansu - a melting pot of Tibetan and Han cultures, a plateau ecological secret land. Visit Yeliguan National Forest Park, explore the geological wonders of Chibi Yougu, and pilgrimage to Lianhua Mountain, a Tibetan Buddhist sacred site. The 2-day 1-night itinerary combines natural and cultural experiences.

2000+
Meters Average Altitude
3
National A-level Scenic Areas
1
National Forest Park
2
Provincial Geoparks
Panoramic view of Yeliguan National Forest Park
Yeliguan National Forest Park - Pearl of Plateau Ecology
A national forest park integrating forests, grasslands, lakes and canyons, known as 'the window of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau'

2-Day 1-Night Tibetan Style Tour in Lintan County

Explore national forest park, appreciate geological wonders, pilgrimage to Buddhist sacred site, experience multiculturalism

Trip Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Yeliguan, Chibi Yougu, Lianhua Mountain
Suitable For
Nature lovers, cultural explorers, photography enthusiasts
Per Capita Budget
¥550-¥850
01
Natural Wonders
Yeliguan · Chibi Yougu
Itinerary Highlights

Arrive in Lintan and visit Yeliguan National Forest Park. In the afternoon, explore the geological wonders of Chibi Yougu.

Attraction Arrangement
Yeliguan National Forest Park
A national forest park integrating forests, grasslands, lakes and canyons, known as 'the window of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau' with primitive and pure ecological environment.
Chibi Yougu
A provincial geopark where Danxia landform and canyon landscape complement each other. The red rock walls are steep and precipitous, with gurgling streams in the valley and magnificent scenery.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Yeliguan Resort
  • Lintan County Hotel
  • Tibetan-style Homestay
Food Recommendations
  • Yak Meat Hot Pot
  • Highland Barley Cake
  • Wild Mushroom Soup
Travel Tips
  • Altitude Sickness Prevention
  • Scenic Area Hiking Equipment
  • Protect the Ecological Environment
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Cultural Pilgrimage
Lianhua Mountain · Return Trip
Itinerary Highlights

In the morning, climb Lianhua Mountain, a Tibetan Buddhist sacred site, and experience religious culture. In the afternoon, free time for shopping for special souvenirs and end the trip.

Attraction Arrangement
Lianhua Mountain
An important sacred site of Tibetan Buddhism, the mountain is shaped like a blooming lotus, and the temple buildings are built along the mountain, making it a famous religious and cultural landscape in Gannan area.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • About 40 km from county seat to Lianhua Mountain
  • It is recommended to go by chartered car
Ticket Information
  • Yeliguan: ¥60
  • Chibi Yougu: ¥30
  • Lianhua Mountain: ¥20
Characteristic Experiences
  • Tibetan Buddhist Culture Experience
  • Plateau Hiking
  • Folk Customs Photography

Must-Try Foods in Lintan County

Yak Meat Hot Pot

A special food of Lintan, using plateau yak meat, matched with local wild mushrooms and vegetables, with fresh soup and tender meat, rich in nutrition.

Highland Barley Cake

A traditional staple food of Tibetans, made of plateau highland barley flour, crispy in taste, rich in nutrition, and an energy supplement for plateau travel.

Buttered Milk Tea

A daily drink of Tibetans, boiled with butter, milk and tea leaves, fragrant and mellow, which can relieve altitude discomfort.

Lintan County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • May-October: Pleasant climate and best scenery
  • July-August: Summer resort
  • September-October: Charming autumn scenery
Must-Try Foods
  • Yak Meat Hot Pot
  • Highland Barley Cake
  • Buttered Milk Tea
  • Wild Mushrooms
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥110
  • Accommodation: ¥150-250/night
  • Catering: ¥60-100/day
  • Transportation: ¥80-120
  • Total: ¥550-850
Frequently Asked Questions
  • What are the characteristics of Yeliguan? → National forest park with rich ecological diversity
  • What is the formation reason of Chibi Yougu? → Result of Danxia landform geological evolution
  • What is the religious status of Lianhua Mountain? → Important pilgrimage site of Tibetan Buddhism
  • How to prevent altitude sickness? → Avoid strenuous exercise and drink plenty of water

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