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Lanzhou Shuimo Danxia Tourism Area

兰州水墨丹霞旅游景区

Gansu, Lanzhou·37.4449°N, 101.5473°E

Ticket Price

CNY 60, students CNY 30

Duration

1-2 hours

About Lanzhou Shuimo Danxia Tourism Area

Marvel at the Shuimo Danxia landforms near Lanzhou, where red, yellow, and white rock layers have been sculpted into vast banded ridges. Viewing platforms and a glass walkway offer sweeping panoramas best seen at sunrise or sunset.

Highlights

• Vast multicolored danxia landforms in red, yellow, and white rock layers. • Panoramic viewing platforms and a glass walkway over the ridges. • Best photographed at sunrise and sunset.

Suggested Route

Enter at the main gate, take the shuttle to the ridge viewpoints, then walk the viewing loop; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Snack stalls at the gate sell noodles and barbecue; budget hotels are available in Lanzhou city about 40 km away.

Facilities

Parking, shuttle bus, restrooms, viewing platforms, and a visitor center; partial wheelchair access.

Travel Tips

Check for special exhibitions or cultural performances. Some areas may require additional tickets.

📅 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

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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.

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Opening Hours

08:00-17:30

Getting There

In Shuping Town, Yongdeng County (~35 km from Lanzhou city, ~30 km from Zhongchuan Airport). From Lanzhou take bus N125 then transfer to scenic shuttle 6001, or direct tourist shuttle from Lanzhou. Nearest HSR: Lanzhou West (~50 km).

Reservation

Advance booking recommended via official WeChat account 'Lanzhou Ink-Wash Danxia'.

Ticket Price

CNY 60 (≈ $8.3), students CNY 30 (≈ $4.2)

Address

甘肃省兰州市永登县树屏镇杏花村

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

兰州水墨丹霞旅游景区

甘肃省兰州市永登县树屏镇杏花村

37.4449, 101.5473

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