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Mount Kongtong Tourism Area
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2007

Mount Kongtong Tourism Area

平凉市崆峒山风景名胜区

Gansu, Pingliang4.2Designated 2007·36.1755°N, 103.9106°E
Ticket Price
Peak CNY 120/Off-peak CNY 60
Duration
4 hours to 1 day
Rating
4.2 / 5.0
Designated
2007

About Mount Kongtong Tourism Area

Mount Kongtong in Pingliang, Gansu, is one of China's sacred Taoist mountains, said to be where the Yellow Emperor once sought wisdom from the sage Guangchengzi. Cliff temples and stone steps wind through its dramatic peaks.

Highlights

Sacred Taoist mountain and a birthplace of Kongtong martial arts; peaks, cliffs and temples such as Tianshengqiao and Leishenmiao amid danxia scenery.

Suggested Route

Take the shuttle to Zhongtai then the cable car up, and tour the temples and peaks; allow half a day.

Food & Lodging

Try Pingliang beef noodles and local herbal tea; stay in Pingliang city.

Facilities

Sightseeing bus
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮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

Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.

Getting There

In Pingliang; ~300 km west of Xi'an by road; nearest HSR Qingyang (~100 km); nearest airport Xi'an Xianyang (~320 km).

Reservation

Advance online reservation recommended via official platform; real-name entry.

Ticket Price

Peak CNY 120 (≈ $17)/Off-peak CNY 60 (≈ $8.3)

Address

Gansu Province Pingliang City Kongdong District Kongdong Town

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
平凉市崆峒山风景名胜区

甘肃省平凉市崆峒区崆峒镇

Gansu Province Pingliang City Kongdong District Kongdong Town

36.1755, 103.9106

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