Zhangye National Desert Sports Park
张掖国家沙漠体育公园景区
About Zhangye National Desert Sports Park
Highlights
Suggested Route
Food & Lodging
Facilities
Best visited in morning for fewer crowds. Bring snacks as food options may be limited inside.
📅 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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• 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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08:30-17:30
Ganzhou District, Zhangye (desert area N of city). Nearest HSR: Zhangye West (~20 km); airport ~35 km. Best by car.
Reservation policy unclear; advise booking ahead via official platform.
CNY 50 (≈ $7.0) (peak season), CNY 30 (≈ $4.2) (off-season)
Nanchang City Qingshanhu District Hongdouzhong Avenue Qingshanhupan
南昌市青山湖区洪都中大道青山湖畔
Nanchang City Qingshanhu District Hongdouzhong Avenue Qingshanhupan
38.9146, 100.1789
Tip: Google Maps may be inaccurate in China — use Amap for navigation.
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