The most powerful guide to Gannan, the poetry and distant places you must visit in March and April

🍯Destination Overview Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture is located in the southwest of Gansu Province, China, with magnificent natural scenery and rich Tibetan culture. A six-day self-driving tour around Gannan allows you to deeply experience the unique charm of Gannan. 🎁 Itinerary Day 1: Tracing the origins of Tianshui culture On the first day, we arrived in Tianshui and visited cultural relics such as Fuxi Temple, Tianshui Ancient City, and Maijishan Grottoes to experience the cultural and historical atmosphere of one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization. Day 2-3: Longnan's secret landscape and Tibetan village Shicheng Depart from Tianshui to Longnan's Guanegou to explore the natural beauty of "Longnan's Little Jiuzhai". Then go to Zhagana to experience the Tibetan customs of the "Natural Stone City" and enjoy the smoke from the Tibetan village and the light and shadow of the snow-capped mountains. Day 4: Plateau wetlands and sunset over the Yellow River Go to Ruoergai Huahu Lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the plateau wetlands. Then head to the first bend of the Yellow River to capture the magnificent moment of "the setting sun over the long river". Day 5-6: Buddhist Town, Tibetan Holy Land and Silk Road Grottoes Go to Langmusi Town and Labrang Monastery to experience the unique atmosphere of Buddhist Town and Tibetan Holy Land. Finally, visit the Bingling Temple Grottoes to admire the wonderful symbiosis of the Silk Road Grottoes and the Yellow River Canyon. Return to Lanzhou and visit Gansu Provincial Museum to learn more about the historical relics of the Silk Road culture. 🎃Travel Tips 1️⃣Altitude adaptation: Gradually rise from Tianshui (1100 meters) to Gannan (3000 meters+), and be careful to prevent altitude sickness. 2️⃣ Driving safety: There are many mountain roads in Gannan area, so please pay attention to driving safety. 3️⃣Ticket reservation: Some attractions require advance ticket purchase, so plan your itinerary and reserve tickets in advance. 4️⃣ Clothing selection: There is a big temperature difference between day and night in Gannan area, so you need to prepare enough clothes to cope with the temperature changes. 5️⃣ Dining options: Gannan area mainly serves Tibetan cuisine, so you can try the local specialties. 6️⃣Accommodation options: The accommodation conditions throughout the trip may be slightly worse than those in cities such as Tianshui, but there are also good options. It is recommended to understand and book accommodation in advance. 🎈Food Recommendations During your trip to Gannan, you can taste local specialties such as yak beef quilts, Tibetan hot pot, etc. In Lanzhou, you can taste Lanzhou ramen and other special foods. ❗Notes 1. Respect local customs and abide by the regulations of the scenic area. 2. Pay attention to environmental protection and do not litter. 3. Pay attention to safety and do not enter unopened scenic spots or dangerous areas without permission. 4. In case of emergency, please contact the tour leader or local relevant department for help in time. The above is a detailed guide to Gannan’s six-day self-driving tour as well as recommended attractions and food. I hope this helps, and have a great trip! 🥰🥰