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Tomb-Sweeping Holiday Travel Guide to Zhangye and Jiuquan

This Tomb-Sweeping Holiday, embark on a spontaneous trip to Northwest China! This 3-day tour of Zhangye and Jiuquan will showcase the magnificent scenery of the vast Northwest. Get your travel guide now! / Must-see attractions: Pingshan Lake Grand Canyon ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Pingshanhu Township, Ganzhou District, Zhangye City, Gansu Province - Opening hours: 08:00–20:30 - Duration: 3–5 hrs - With its maze-like canyon landscape and unique peaks and forests, this place will surely amaze you! Jinta Populus Euphratica Forest ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: 8 km northwest of Jinta County, Jiuquan City, Gansu Province - Opening hours: 08:00–18:00 - Duration: 3–4 hrs - Here, you can experience the desert ambiance and see the golden Populus euphratica forest. The colorful scenery is simply stunning! Danxiakou Cultural Tourism Town ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: No. 299, Danxia Avenue, Linze County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province - Opening hours: Open all day - Duration: 1 day - With small bridges over flowing water and numerous restaurants, this town is a great place for leisure and vacation. / Some tips: * Local customs: In Zhangye and Jiuquan, respect local customs and avoid wearing revealing clothing in religious places such as temples. 🕌 * Prices of local products: Compare prices at multiple stores when buying local products, as prices may vary significantly. Remember to bargain! 💰 * Food recommendations: Be sure to try the local lamb skewers and hand-pulled rice. You'll definitely love the taste! 🍖🍚 * Sun protection and moisturizing: The Northwest region has strong sunlight and a dry climate. Please take sun protection and moisturizing measures before going out. 🧴☀️ * Travel preparations: Zhangye and Jiuquan cover a vast area, and the distance between scenic spots is relatively long. Self-driving or chartered car tours are recommended. 🚗 / 🎉Every step in Zhangye and Jiuquan is a scenic view. Have a wonderful trip and enjoy the magnificence and vastness of Northwest China!
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Posted: Mar 18, 2025
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