Shifogou (Stone Buddha Gulch) Tourism Area
七里河区石佛沟景区
About Shifogou (Stone Buddha Gulch) Tourism Area
Highlights
Suggested Route
Food & Lodging
Facilities
Some temples offer vegetarian meals. Check lunar calendar for special Buddhist festival days.
📅 Best Time & Crowds
Best season: May-October
🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.
⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.
Location
View on interactive map →Buying tickets as a foreign visitor
• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.
• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.
• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.
External booking links. Prices may vary.
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07:00-17:00
Xiankouzi Village, Bali Town, Qilihe District, Lanzhou (~16 km from city); micro-bus 751 from Wenhua Gong (~25 min) or bus 44 then F44.
Ticket 12 RMB; no advance booking required.
CNY 80 (≈ $11) (peak season), CNY 40 (≈ $5.6) (off-season)
37.4343, 101.5367
Tip: Google Maps may be inaccurate in China — use Amap for navigation.
