Self-driving in Yongjing, Gansu: 9 Camera Angles Showcasing a Hidden Gem Town

Yongjing is not large but picturesque, with top-notch natural and cultural attractions. The 9 shots taken during our self-driving trip form the hidden gem town in our hearts. Camera Angle ❶ Liujiaxia Dinosaur National Geopark This spot combines a dinosaur footprint in-situ protection site, dinosaur skeleton displays, and the geological landscape of the Yellow River Salt Pot Gorge. It's suitable for family trips. The photo was taken on the geological park's scientific investigation boardwalk. Camera Angle ❷ Bingling Temple Grottoes Natural Buddha This is one of Yongjing's major attractions and a 5A scenic spot in the Bingling Temple World Cultural Tourism Area. The Natural Buddha was built during the Tang Dynasty, and the grottoes were first carved in the Western Jin Dynasty. Bingling Temple currently has 183 grottoes, with numerous exquisite clay sculptures, stone carvings, and murals. Despite this, there are not many tourists, making for a great visiting experience. Highly recommended for friends. The photo was taken on the east bank of Dashigou opposite the Buddha. Camera Angle ❸ Bingling Stone Forest The Bingling Temple Grottoes are carved within the magnificent Bingling Stone Forest. Visitors can enjoy the stone forest while touring the grottoes or take a boat trip to enjoy the scenery. The photo was taken by the Yellow River near the ticket office of the Bingling Temple Grottoes. Camera Angle ❹ Taiji Island Scenic Area This is the Salt Pot Gorge landscape of the Yellow River Three Gorges, where the Yellow River is as calm as a mirror. The colorful landscape of Danxia and green plants along the shore creates a picturesque scene, making it a great place for cycling along the Yellow River. The photo was taken on the viewing platform near Zaoyuan Wharf. Camera Angle ❺ Taiji Island Wetland Park Near the Colorful Pottery Square in Yongjing County. In summer, the colorful flowers and the colorful Danxia mountains form a beautiful scene, making it a great place for leisure trips. The photo was taken near the Colorful Pottery Square. Camera Angle ❻ The First Waterwheel of the Yellow River A large waterwheel, one of the must-visit spots in Yongjing County. The camera angle is on the Yellow River Flower Embankment in Binjiang Park, Yongjing County. Camera Angle ❼ Yellow River Flower Embankment In summer, the Yellow River Flower Embankment is full of vibrant colors. Colorful irises, blooming lilies, and a large area of verbena, with a path running through the purple flower sea, make for great photo opportunities. Camera Angle ❽ Tulip Park Although there are no tulips in Tulip Park in summer, there are many lilies in full bloom. When we visited, the golden lilies were in full bloom, making any spot by the flower clusters a great photo angle. Camera Angle ❾ Yongjing County Museum This is a museum with a great visiting experience. The small venue displays a large number of exquisite Majiayao painted pottery. Naturally, the camera angle is to take pictures of the pottery. Please remember to follow the museum's rules and do not use flash. ▶️ All photos are originally taken and produced by Mr. Dog and Cai Cai Juan Er. ▶️ The above content is summarized based on personal travel experiences. Please forgive any omissions. ▶️ Due to time constraints, some scenes may have changed. Please refer to the current situation. 🔸🔹🔸 Follow Cai Cai Juan Er and Mr. Dog on self-driving tours to deeply explore niche travel destinations.