Pingliang, Gansu — Birthplace of Taoism, a famous cultural city in Eastern Gansu. Climb Kongtong Mountain to visit the ancestral court of Taoism, tour Wangmugong Palace to appreciate grotto art, and explore Yunya Temple to experience the Zen-like landscapes.
Political and Cultural Center of Pingliang
Birthplace of West Queen Mother Culture
Hometown of Huangfumi
Longquan Temple Scenic Spot
Heartland of Guanshan Mountains
Hometown of Terraced Fields
Hometown of Apples
Seek Taoism at Kongtong Mountain, pilgrimage to Wangmugong Palace, explore Yunya Temple, and taste Pingliang's delicacies
Arrive in Pingliang and climb Kongtong Mountain, a famous Taoist mountain. Visit Pingliang Museum in the afternoon to learn about the history and culture of Eastern Gansu.
Visit the grotto art of Wangmugong Palace, and tour Dayun Temple Scenic Area in the afternoon to experience the charm of Buddhist culture.
Travel to Zhuanglang County to visit Yunya Temple Scenic Area and appreciate the perfect combination of Danxia landform and Buddhist art. Return in the afternoon according to flight/train schedule.
Using high-quality lamb from Eastern Gansu, matched with specially made steamed bun pieces, the soup is fresh, the meat is tender, and the buns are chewy. It is the most representative traditional food in Pingliang.
A specialty of Jingning, Pingliang, made from local free-range chickens using traditional techniques. It has a golden color, tender meat and crispy bones.
A characteristic pasta of Jingchuan, steamed in traditional clay pots, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with rich wheat aroma. It is better to eat with lamb soup.
A specialty of Huating, Pingliang, with plump kernels, crispy taste and rich nutrition. It is a local characteristic agricultural product and souvenir.