Explore Gannan | Two Must-Visit Plateau Wetlands a.

Two must-visit plateau wetlands in Gannan: 1. Awan Cang Wetland is known as the "world's most beautiful, largest, most primitive, and highest-quality plateau wetland grassland". It was also awarded the title of "China's Most Beautiful Grassland Wetland" by China National Geographic in 2008. This wetland is located at the intersection of Provincial Highway 313 and Aqun Section in Awan Cang Town, Maqu County, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province. The altitude of the scenic area is about 3,400 meters. The Gongqu, Saierqu, and Daojiqu rivers converge in the center of the wetland, giving birth to this vast plateau wetland grassland. The scenic area attracts countless explorers with its unique basin-shaped grassland landform and rich animal and plant resources. 2. Guomang Wetland is known as the "Emerald City". Guomang Wetland has its unique charm, with its vast grasslands, winding rivers, and rich ecological resources, forming a picturesque scene that is refreshing. It is a paradise for various wild animals and also an important area for ecological protection. This wetland is located next to National Highway 213 in Gaohai Township, Luqu County, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province. It is in the Gaohai Lake Gaohai Ze Cha Nature Reserve, with an altitude of 3,562 meters. It is the source and water conservation area of the Taohe River, the largest tributary of the Yellow River, and plays an important role in the ecological conservation and water source protection of the Yellow River Basin.