Minle Biandukou Ecological Leisure Tourism Area

民乐县扁都口生态休闲旅游区

Gansu, Zhangye·38.9954°N, 100.1396°E

Ticket Price

CNY 50, students CNY 25

Duration

2 hours

About Minle Biandukou Ecological Leisure Tourism Area

A historic mountain pass on the Silk Road in Minle County, Zhangye, at the edge of the Qilian Mountains. In summer its slopes turn into seas of yellow rape flowers against snow peaks and high grasslands.

Highlights

• Mountain pass on the ancient Silk Road with rape-flower seas in summer. • Snow peaks, grasslands, and cool breezes. • Scenic drive stop.

Suggested Route

Pass entrance, flower-field viewpoint, then the mountain trail; allow 1.5-2 h.

Food & Lodging

Roadside farm eateries; Minle county lodging.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, and viewing areas.

Travel Tips

Hire a guide or audio tour for deeper understanding of the historical context.

📅 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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Opening Hours

08:30-17:00 (last entry 16:00)

Getting There

Nanfeng Town, Minle County, Zhangye (~30 km S of county, G227 highway, Qilian Mountains). Nearest HSR: Zhangye West (~70 km); nearest airport: Zhangye Ganzhou (~80 km). Bus from Zhangye East Station / car.

Reservation

Free; no booking required (seasonal, closed in deep winter).

Ticket Price

CNY 50 (≈ $7.0), students CNY 25 (≈ $3.5)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

民乐县扁都口生态休闲旅游区

38.9954, 100.1396

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