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Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park (Rainbow Mountains)
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2019

Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park (Rainbow Mountains)

张掖市七彩丹霞景区

Gansu, ZhangyeDesignated 2019·38.9517°N, 100.1767°E
Ticket Price
CNY 93; CNY 66; CNY 66
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Designated
2019

About Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park (Rainbow Mountains)

Zhangye's Rainbow Mountains are among China's most vivid Danxia landscapes, with striped red, ochre and green sandstone ridges glowing at sunrise and sunset across four viewpoints.

Highlights

Rainbow-colored sandstone hills (Zhangye Danxia), among China's most colorful danxia landforms; four main viewing platforms with the best light at sunset.

Suggested Route

Take the scenic shuttle visiting the four main viewing platforms in order, with platform 4 best for sunset; allow 3-4 hours.

Food & Lodging

Try Zhangye beef noodles and fried pancakes; stay in Zhangye or Linze.

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): 8:00-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-17:00.

Getting There

In Linze County, Zhangye; ~40 km west of Zhangye city; HSR to Zhangye West Station then shuttle; Zhangye Ganzhou Airport ~25 km.

Reservation

Advance online reservation required via official platform; real-name entry; separate east/west entrances.

Ticket Price

CNY 93 (≈ $13); CNY 66 (≈ $9.2); CNY 66 (≈ $9.2)

Address

Zhangye City Linze County Nijiaying Township Nantai Village

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
张掖市七彩丹霞景区

张掖市临泽县倪家营乡南台村

Zhangye City Linze County Nijiaying Township Nantai Village

38.9517, 100.1767

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