Huating Guanshan Lianhuatai (Lotus Terrace) Tourism Area

华亭市关山莲花台景区

Gansu, Pingliang·36.1542°N, 103.9286°E

Ticket Price

CNY 60 (peak season), CNY 40 (off-season)

Duration

2-3 hours

About Huating Guanshan Lianhuatai (Lotus Terrace) Tourism Area

Part of the Guanshan mountain range in Huating, Gansu, this scenic area is named for a lotus-shaped rock terrace. Forested trails climb past cliffs and legend-linked crags to panoramic ridge views.

Highlights

• Mountain area with a lotus-shaped rock terrace and forests. • Legend-linked cliffs and panoramic ridges. • Hiking and views.

Suggested Route

Trailhead, forest path to the Lotus Terrace viewpoint, then a ridge walk; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Mountain eateries; Huating lodging.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, and trails.

Travel Tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring water and sun protection in summer. Check weather conditions before visiting.

📅 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

Open all day (ticket office 08:00-16:30)

Getting There

Maxia Town / Xihua Town, Huating City, Pingliang (~35 km from city, Guanshan range). Nearest rail: Pingliang Station (~70 km); nearest airport: Qingyang (~120 km). Best by car (~1 hr).

Reservation

Timed-entry ticket (30 yuan trial / 50 yuan standard) via 'Guanshan Lianhuatai Smart Tour' WeChat mini-program; real-name. Closed Oct–May (fire season, front area only).

Ticket Price

CNY 60 (≈ $8.3) (peak season), CNY 40 (≈ $5.6) (off-season)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

华亭市关山莲花台景区

36.1542, 103.9286

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