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Yeliguan Tourism Area
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2024

Yeliguan Tourism Area

甘南州冶力关旅游区

Gansu, Gannan4.5Designated 2024·36.2307°N, 103.7426°E
Ticket Price
CNY 78
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Rating
4.5 / 5.0
Designated
2024

About Yeliguan Tourism Area

In the Tibetan highlands of Gannan, Yeliguan combines a serene alpine lake with forested valleys and unusual geological scenery, offering lakeside walks, boat trips, and sweeping plateau views.

Highlights

Tibetan-area leisure resort with alpine lakes (Mutsa Lake), forest, the Qiaqia geological park and the 'Sky Mirror' (Tianshui Yicai) water wonder. (unverified)

Suggested Route

Visit Mutsa Lake, the forest parks and the Sky Mirror; allow half a day. (unverified)

Food & Lodging

Try Gannan yak meat

Facilities

tsampa and Tibetan butter tea; stay in Zhugqu or Hezuo.
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.

External booking links. Prices may vary.

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Opening Hours

Peak season (April-October): 8:00-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-17:00.

Getting There

In Lintan County, Gannan; ~150 km south of Lanzhou; ~90 km from Gannan (Hezuo); no metro/HSR nearby; nearest airport Lanzhou Zhongchuan (~180 km).

Reservation

Free/low-cost entry; advance online reservation recommended via official platform; real-name entry.

Ticket Price

CNY 78 (≈ $11)

Address

Gansu Province Gannanzhoulintan County Yeliguan Town

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
甘南州冶力关旅游区

甘肃省甘南州临潭县冶力关镇

Gansu Province Gannanzhoulintan County Yeliguan Town

36.2307, 103.7426

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