Lanzhou | Ink Danxia, the "Pork Belly" of the World.

The Lanzhou Ink Danxia Scenic Area is a comprehensive cultural tourism project in Lanzhou City that integrates natural sightseeing, cultural experience, geological research, and rural tourism. Here is a brief answer about Lanzhou Ink Danxia: Location: Located in Xinghua Village, Shuping Town, Yongdeng County, Lanzhou City, Gansu Province, 13 kilometers from downtown Lanzhou and 30 kilometers from Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport. Overview: The planned total area is about 400 square kilometers, and the core tour area of the first phase is 20 to 27.2 square kilometers (the specific value may vary due to different sources). It is currently the closest Danxia landform group to the main urban area in China. The main landform is Hongshan Bay, and the typical landscapes in the whole territory include Danxia Yun Tian, Cang Valley, One Line Sky, Lonely Peak, Cliff, and Remnant Hill. Historical Culture: Originated in the Cretaceous to Tertiary period, it has a history of 150 million years. The scenic area also incorporates local elements such as the ancient tomb site of Shajing Culture, such as the Shajing Tribe Cultural Square. Main Attractions: Including Silk Road Xiaoguang, Silk Road Xiongying, Nine-color Danqing, Danxiu Yingtian, Danding Lansheng and other viewing platforms, as well as Shajing Tribe Cultural Square, Shajing Camel Bell Landscape Avenue, Ruyi Bridge and a 3,500-meter-long Danxia plank road. Tourist Information: The scenic area is rated as a national AAAA tourist attraction. The ticket price is about RMB 80/person, and the sightseeing car ticket is RMB 20/person. Ticket sales time is from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Featured Activities: The scenic area also has special activities such as Flying Sky Exploration (such as hot air balloon experience) to provide tourists with diversified travel experiences. With its magnificent Danxia landform, rich cultural heritage, and diverse tourist activities, the Lanzhou Ink Danxia Scenic Area has become a popular choice for tourists in Lanzhou City and surrounding areas.