2025 Wuwei Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in January)

Hello, I'm Diudiu, see you again in the northwest, the lonely smoke in the desert~ Hexi Corridor, a magnificent road of civilization, is also a unique scenic avenue in the northwest. 🐫 Self-driving in Wuwei, exploring the historical and cultural journey of the eastern part of the Hexi Corridor! 🍃🍃 🚖Self-driving route: Leitai Han Tomb → Jiumoluo Temple → Confucius Temple → White Pagoda Temple Tengger Desert → Tianyi Ecological Park → Tianti Mountain Grottoes → Han and Tang Dynasties Tianma City Tangzui Ecological Mountain Resort → Tar Bay → Wuwei Hot Spring Resort 🏷️Tips: Recommended play time: 3 days and 2 nights Transportation: Self-driving Weather: The sunset is earlier in autumn, and the temperature difference between day and night is large, so pay attention to windproof, cold-proof, and sunscreen~ Dress: Hanfu makeup is recommended, which is very suitable for visiting Wuwei attractions Go to Tengger Desert Scenic Area to take a set of flying pictures Go to Tianti Mountain Grottoes to feel the shock of the Buddha Go to Han and Tang Dynasties Tianma City, immersive tour of the exhibition hall Everyone have a pleasant journey~

After the lightening of Baita Mountain, it is so amazing and moving, let Lanzhou have a beautiful and beautiful night scene ~ more and more the northwest metropolis! Resonance of the Symphony Silk Road, with the co-produced Gansu Metropolis, exquisite Lanzhou

First time visiting Jiuquan? Check out this 9-day itinerary to make the most of your trip! -- 📅 Itinerary: DAY 1: Arrive in Lanzhou, enjoy 24-hour private airport transfer, and free time after checking in to your hotel. DAY 2-3: Visit the Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, explore the Tiantishan Grottoes, then head to Wuwei to visit Leitai Han Tomb and admire the colorful Danxia landform. DAY 4: Head to Shandan Horse Ranch to experience the unique charm of the royal horse ranch, and stay overnight at a homestay in Shandan Horse Ranch or in downtown Zhangye. DAY 5: Start from Zhangye, visit Jiayuguan Fortress, Overhanging Great Wall, and the beacon tower at the starting point, and admire the grandeur of the Iron City. DAY 6-8: Head to Dunhuang, visit Yulin Grottoes, Son of the Earth, Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring, Mogao Grottoes, and other attractions, and experience the profound thousand-year-old culture and the wonders of nature. Finally, visit Yangguan Pass, Yumenguan Pass, and Yadan National Geological Park. DAY 9: End your trip in Dunhuang and look forward to seeing you again! -- Must-See Attractions: 🏜️ Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring: Known as the Eye of the Desert, here you can see spectacular sand dunes and the ever-sparkling spring, and experience the wonders of nature. 🌈 Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park: The colorful Danxia landform in Zhangye is a must-see wonder. The Danxia landform and colorful hills form a magnificent picture that will leave you in awe. 🙏 Mogao Grottoes: Want to experience the charm of thousand-year-old Buddhist culture? Mogao Grottoes is the place to be! The combination of dome movies and grotto art will make you feel like you've traveled through time and space to experience the weight of history. 🏰 Jiayuguan Fortress: Standing here, you can feel the grandeur of history. The interlaced towers exude a strong historical atmosphere. 🎨 Gansu Provincial Museum: Want to learn more about the culture and art of the Silk Road? There are many art galleries here waiting for you to explore, allowing you to experience the rich cultural treasures. -- Travel Essentials: 🎒 Visiting Jiuquan in January? Don't forget to pack these items! 👚 Clothing: Down jackets and thick sweaters are a must, as well as thermal underwear, so the cold doesn't ruin your trip. 🎩 Accessories: Sunglasses, gloves, hats, and scarves to keep you warm and stylish for great photos! 🆔 Documents: ID card, student ID, etc. Some attractions offer discounts, so avoid unnecessary trouble. 🔋 Charging Devices: Power bank and charging cable. Keep your phone charged so you can take photos of the beautiful scenery. 💊 Medicine: Bring some cold medicine and stomach medicine just in case, and travel healthy. 🍫 Snacks: Chocolate and energy bars to replenish your energy and make your trip more enjoyable. -- Jiuquan is a place of endless beauty, where history and culture meet natural scenery. You won't want to leave!

Tian Ti Mountain Grottoes are located in Wuwei City, Gansu Province, with a history of over a thousand years. It is an important representative of early grotto art in China and is known as the 'Dunhuang of Gansu.' Upon entering the Tian Ti Mountain Grottoes, one is immediately struck by its magnificent scenery. The grottoes are distributed on the cliffs, looking like ladders leading to the sky, hence the name 'Tian Ti Mountain.' There are dozens of grottoes here, each carved with exquisite Buddha statues and murals, as if telling the thousand-year-old historical stories. What amazed me the most were the Buddha statues inside the grottoes. These statues are lifelike, with kind expressions and elegant postures, as if conveying the ancient beliefs and wisdom to us. The carving craftsmanship is superb, with every detail meticulously handled, making one marvel at the high skill level of ancient craftsmen. Food is also an essential part. In Wuwei City, you can taste various Gansu specialties, such as beef noodles and grilled lamb skewers. Here are some tips: Since the Tian Ti Mountain Grottoes are located halfway up the mountain, you need to climb to reach them. It is recommended to wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring plenty of water and snacks. The weather here changes quite a bit, so remember to bring sunscreen and a jacket just in case.

Hi there! Here is a brand new 2-day Wuwei travel guide, covering restaurants and attractions! Don't miss it~ Join us on this mysterious journey now! / Attraction recommendations: Qilian Mountain Binggou River Tourist Area⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Qilian Town, Tianzhu Tibetan Autonomous County, Wuwei City, Gansu Province Opening hours: 08:30–18:30 Recommended visit time: 2–4 hours This is a combination of Qilian Glacier🏔️ and grassland meadow🌾, with different scenery in each season, offering a different visual experience in each season. Tiantishan Grottoes⭐⭐⭐ Address: Group 7, Dengshan Village, Huangyang Town, Liangzhou District, Wuwei City, Gansu Province Recommended visit time: 1 hour Showcasing the charm of early Chinese grottoes⛰️, with thousands of Buddha statues🙏, you can feel the splendor and solemnity of religious art. / Notes: 🚌Airport transportation: Wuwei has convenient public transportation. It is recommended to use buses or taxis to travel. Remember to check your destination to avoid unnecessary expenses caused by detours. ⛄December climate: Remember to bring thick winter clothes to cope with the cold winter in Wuwei. You can prepare a mask to protect your skin from the wind. 📸Photo spots: Don't miss Leitai and Hexi Corridor, which are beautiful both day and night~ 💰Specialty prices: It is recommended to buy Wuwei mutton. The price is moderate, and the taste is excellent. But pay attention to distinguishing between genuine and fake products to avoid being deceived by merchants. / In Wuwei, you will not only experience a piece of history but also a journey of your own. You won't know until you go! Let's go!

The ancestor of grottoes that has been preserved with great difficulty! The ancestor of grottoes on the Hexi Corridor that you cannot miss is the Tianti Mountain Grottoes in Wuwei. It was excavated during the Northern Liang period (397-439) of the Eastern Jin Dynasty and the Sixteen Kingdoms period, and is one of the earliest excavated grottoes. The eminent monk Tan Yao of Liangzhou, who presided over the construction here, later presided over the construction of the Yungang and Longmen Grottoes. Tianti Mountain Grottoes was announced as the fifth batch of national key cultural relics protection units. The grottoes have been severely damaged by wars and natural disasters over the years, and the surviving cultural relics were later relocated to the Wuwei Museum due to the construction of the Huangyang Reservoir, and a small portion is on display at the Gansu Museum. Currently, only the Great Buddha Cave is open to the public, and when you look around, you can see some smaller grottoes distributed on the high cliffs, which are not open to the public. When you pass through the Arhat Cave and the Great Buddha Cave suddenly appears in front of you, it is hard not to exclaim in admiration! In the Great Buddha Cave under the dome, each statue has a different expression; the murals on the left and right walls of the cave are clearly presented in front of you, and these murals have smooth and delicate lines and elegant colors. If you look closely at the Buddha's clothes, you can still see the different shades of blue and some cloud patterns on the corners of the floating robes. The texture of the clothes of the warriors standing on both sides is very clear, and you can easily recognize the various details on the armor. There are two perspectives to view the grottoes, the modern perspective: standing on the wall to view the grottoes, the line of sight is basically level with Samantabhadra and Manjushri, and you can better appreciate the details and structure of the grottoes. The ancient perspective, that is, from the steps next to the grottoes to the feet of the Great Buddha, looking up at the Great Buddha and the Bodhisattvas; this kind of looking up may be the worship effect that the builders hoped that people from ancient times to the present could achieve when they came here. Perhaps tracing the roots is something that enthusiasts or scholars are interested in. As ordinary people, we are more likely to appreciate these grottoes from an aesthetic point of view, and in this process, we are actually having a dialogue and resonance with the ancients, because our understanding of beauty is the same. Scenic area navigation: Wuwei Tianti Mountain Grottoes Opening hours: All year round, ticket inspection ends at 17:00.

7 days in Gansu: Start in Lanzhou, pass through Wuwei, and arrive in Zhangye. The scenery is stunning and the history and culture are rich. You won't want to miss it! -------- 🚩 Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Lanzhou and explore the city at your leisure. Day 2: Visit Tiantishan Grottoes to appreciate the beauty of Buddhist art, then head to Baita Temple to experience the tranquility and solemnity of ancient architecture. Day 3: Visit Shandan Royal Horse Farm to experience the grassland culture, then head to Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park to admire the magical colors of nature. Day 4: Visit Jiayuguan Fortress to hear stories of the Great Wall, then climb the Overhanging Great Wall to enjoy the magnificent scenery. Day 5: Visit the Earth Son Sculpture to experience the fusion of art and nature, then head to Yulin Grottoes to explore Buddhist cultural relics, then head to Suoyang City to experience the vicissitudes of history. Day 6: Visit Mogao Caves to appreciate the mural art treasures, then head to Dunhuang Museum to learn about the history and culture, then head to Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring to experience the miracle of the desert. Day 7: Visit Yumenguan Pass to say goodbye to the ancient Silk Road, then head to Yadan National Geological Park to experience the wonders of nature. -------- **What to Pack**: 🧳 👗 Clothing: The temperature difference between Lanzhou and Zhangye is large, so bring a thick coat and sweater. A windproof and waterproof jacket is practical for dealing with changing weather. 🎒 Accessories: A hat and sunglasses are essential for sun protection and style. Bring an umbrella for rainy days. Don't forget comfortable sneakers for exploring on foot! 📂 Documents and Finances: ID card, cash, and bank card are essential for safe travel. You'll also need your phone to contact family and take photos. Oh, and don't forget a power bank! -------- Lanzhou, Wuwei, Zhangye, and more! You'll make many wonderful memories on this trip! I hope this itinerary helps you have a great time! ✨

Winter is a great time to explore! Check out this 8-day itinerary for Lanzhou-Jingtai-Badain Jaran Desert and save it for later! -------------------- 🚩Route suggestion: A magical journey through Lanzhou-Jingtai-Badain Jaran DAY 1: Arrive in Lanzhou Explore the city at your own pace. DAY 2: Yellow River Stone Forest National Geopark Discover the Yellow River Stone Forest and marvel at this natural wonder. DAY 3: Badain Jaran Desert - Badain Lake - Bilutu Peak - Miaohaizi Explore Badain Jaran and experience the fusion of desert and lake. Conquer Bilutu Peak and spend the night at Miaohaizi under the stars. DAY 4: Heicheng Ruoshui Populus Euphratica Scenic Area - Ghost Forest Visit the Heicheng Ruins and admire the resilience of the Ruoshui Populus Euphratica. Stroll through the Ghost Forest and marvel at nature's wonders. DAY 5: Juyan Lake - Erdaoqiao - Populus Euphratica Forest Scenic Area Watch the sunrise at Juyan Lake, stroll through Erdaoqiao, and explore the magnificent Populus Euphratica Forest. DAY 6: Zhangye Alien Valley Scenic Area Enter Alien Valley and explore the unknown world of outer space. DAY 7: Balz Snow Mountain - Hongwan Temple Climb Balz Snow Mountain and admire its majesty and beauty. Visit Hongwan Temple and experience the tranquility and depth of religious culture. DAY 8: Wuwei - Binggou River - Lanzhou Depart from Wuwei and enjoy the natural scenery of Binggou River. Return to Lanzhou and end this unforgettable journey. -------------------- Travel preparation: 🧳 Don't forget to bring these things to Lanzhou-Jingtai-Badain Jaran Desert! 👕 Clothing: The temperature is moderate in December, but it is cool in the morning and evening. Bring a warm coat and sweater. In the desert, long boots are good for keeping out sand and keeping warm. 🎩 Accessories: Sunglasses and sun hats are essential to protect against UV rays. Masks protect against sand, and scarves can be used for decoration and sun protection. 💳 Documents: ID card, driver's license, cash, and credit card for a worry-free trip. 💧 Supplies: Fill a water bottle and bring some snacks to replenish your energy. 📱 Electronics: Phone, charger, and power bank so you can take photos without worry. 💊 Medicine: Bring cold medicine and painkillers just in case. 🎒 Other: Choose a lightweight backpack and pack some tissues and wet wipes for easy cleaning. All set? Let's go! 🚀 -------------------- I hope this guide helps you have a great time and make the most of your trip to Lanzhou-Jingtai-Badain Jaran!

You can see snow-capped mountains around Lanzhou. Navigate directly to Tanyao Valley, about 1.5 hours from the city center by highway. You can take beautiful photos at the foot of the mountain, but be careful of the river in the middle and stay safe when taking photos! You can also see horses and yaks raised by herders at the foot of the mountain. After enjoying the snow up close, you can navigate to the Wushaoling Observation Deck for a panoramic view, passing by the ancient Ming Great Wall ruins on the way. To reach the Wushaoling Observation Deck, you need to walk a long boardwalk, but the view from the top is definitely worth it. You can also see the triangular marker at the intersection of the three plateaus (p8). I didn't bring a telephoto lens, but the phone photos turned out well. If you don't want to climb the mountain, you can drive to the mountain opposite the Wushaoling Observation Deck, which is higher than the observation deck and offers a better view (p9, 10). The mountain road is steep and unpaved, but not too difficult to drive. Tips: It's recommended to wear bright clothes, as they look great in photos on sunny days. Scarves and hats can also be used to recreate scenes from "Love Letter." In the afternoon, the snow reflects strong light, making it hard to keep your eyes open for photos. If your eyes are sensitive, remember to wear sunglasses.

Hey guys! 8-day tour of Lanzhou, Xining, and Qinghai Lake, explore the northwest! The guide is ready, save it and start your northwest journey now! / 🚩Route Overview: Day 1: Dongguan Mosque in Xining -> Mother of the Yellow River Statue -> Zhongshan Bridge -> Mojia Street -> Nanshan Park Visit the mosque and experience the religious culture, then visit the Yellow River, taste the snacks on Mojia Street, and finally climb Nanshan Mountain to overlook the city. Day 2: Leitai Park -> Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park -> "Return to Zhangye" Show Start from Leitai Park, enjoy the magnificent Danxia landform, and watch the "Return to Zhangye" show in the evening to experience the shock of history and culture. Day 3: Son of the Earth -> Jiuquan Mirage -> Sculpture Without Borders Explore the mystery of the Son of the Earth, experience the fantasy of the Jiuquan Mirage, and finally immerse yourself in the artistic world of Sculpture Without Borders. Day 4: Mogao Caves -> Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring Visit the Mogao Caves to appreciate the thousand-year-old Buddhist art, then head to Mingsha Mountain to experience the magical combination of the desert and Crescent Moon Spring. Day 5: Dangjin Mountain -> South Eight Immortals Ghost City -> Dachaidan Emerald Lake Cross Dangjin Mountain, explore the mystery of the South Eight Immortals Ghost City, and finally arrive at Dachaidan Emerald Lake to enjoy the tranquility of the lake and mountains. Day 6: Chaka Salt Lake -> Qinghai Lake Visit Chaka Salt Lake to experience the charm of the mirror of the sky, then head to Qinghai Lake to enjoy the magnificent scenery of the plateau lake. Day 7: Ta'er Monastery Visit Ta'er Monastery to learn about Tibetan Buddhism and experience the peaceful and solemn atmosphere. Day 8: Xining/Lanzhou City Airport 🛫--Return Home 🏡 End the pleasant journey and return home from Xining or Lanzhou City Airport. / Pre-trip Essentials: 🎒 👗 Clothing: Down jacket, sweater, thermal underwear, long pants, thick socks to cope with the cold weather on the plateau. 🎩 Accessories: Windproof jacket, hat, scarf, gloves, and sunglasses for sun and wind protection. 📄 Documents: ID card, student ID, etc. Don't forget cash and bank cards, just in case. 💊 Others: Common medicines such as cold medicine, stomach medicine, as well as moisturizer and lip balm to cope with the dry climate. / 🎉Don't hesitate, pack your bags and join me on a tour of Lanzhou, Xining, and Qinghai Lake to start your northwest journey!

💞Detailed guide to Tiantishan Grottoes 📍Tiantishan Grottoes is located in Dengshan Village, Zhangyi Town, about 50 kilometers south of Liangzhou District, Wuwei City, Gansu Province. It is a national key cultural relic protection unit and is known as the "Originator of Grottoes". [Station]Transportation [CarFront] Self-driving: Navigate to "Tiantishan Grottoes" to reach it. [Bus] Shuttle bus: Take the shuttle bus from Wuwei to Haxi at Wuwei Passenger Transport Center, get off at the intersection of Tiantishan Grottoes, and walk 2.3 kilometers to get there. ⏰Opening hours 09:00-17:30 (last entry at 17:00). 🎫Ticket information Ordinary ticket: RMB 30 (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday). 🗺️Tour route Attractions to visit include the Exhibition Hall, Luohan Cave, and the Big Buddha Grotto. Walk 200 meters from the entrance of the scenic spot to the exhibition hall, and then walk 200 meters to reach Luohan Cave. After passing through Luohan Cave, you can visit the core No. 13 Big Buddha Cave. 📝Special Tips 📌Best time to visit: Early autumn and September, the most charming time of Tianti Mountain, with pleasant climate and beautiful scenery. 📌Flower sea check-in: In September, verbena and zinnias bloom one after another, covering the mountains and fields, and it is so beautiful. 💞I hope this guide can help you better plan your trip to Tiantishan Grottoes.

This desert 🏜️ hotel in the northwest is more shocking than in Saudi Arabia I believe that "hotel lovers" like Brother Liang will definitely fall in love with this hotel. It has the exclusive rooftop starry sky and you can see the afterglow of the desert and the Poplar euphratica forest🌴. Rough yet exquisite, every corner is super easy to photograph. You can directly feel the joy of sleeping in the scenery and immerse yourself in the joy of vacation! 🥂🥂 Dunhuang Hotel 5 minutes from Mingsha Mountain and 10 minutes from Mogao Grottoes Equipped with 🍰restaurant, lobby lounge, tea room🍵, bar, bonfire, barbecue🍡, art gallery, etc. Photo check-in points: 🍁Lobby: Through the glass window, you can see the desert in the hotel + Little Crescent Spring + Mingsha Mountain in the distance 🍁Promenade: The afternoon light✨shadows and depth are suitable📷for taking pictures 🍁Desert: The desert interior of the hotel is paired with a minimalist composition, which is very eye-catching🌷 Recommended travel routes ✨Lanzhou collection-pick up✈️airport ✨Tianti Grottoes-Wuwei Museum The originator of Chinese grottoes, each giant Buddha has an extraordinary bearing. The gold vessels, murals, and bronze galloping horses in the Wuwei Museum are all worth seeing. ✌🏻✌🏻 ✨Pingshan Lake Grand Canyon - Colorful Danxia and Red Canyon. In addition to 📷taking photos, you can also experience camel riding 🐫Take a camel cart. ✨Big Buddha Temple-Jiayuguan The thousand-year-old reclining Buddha in the main hall is both real and shocking. The romance of the Hexi Corridor must be experienced in person! ✨Unbounded & Son of the Earth-Meet Dunhuang Again-Desert Dinner In addition to being romantic, the desert sunset dinner also includes various local specialties🍯 delicacies. After seeing Dunhuang again, I truly felt the natural classical beauty of the East. ✨Mogao Grottoes-Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring Category A tickets for the Mogao Grottoes allow you to view 8 caves and watch digital movies. 🧡🧡🧡 ✨Free time in Dunhuang - get ✈️airport back. 🧡A must-visit spot in the northwest ★Mogao Grottoes ★Jiayuguan ★Colorful Danxia ★Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring ★Tiantishan Grottoes ★Son of the Earth

Huangyanghe Reservoir is located in Liangzhou District, Wuwei City, in the eastern part of the Hexi Corridor in Gansu Province. The dam site is on the Huangyang River, 50 km southeast of Wuwei City. The reservoir controls a drainage area of 828 square kilometers. It is a medium-sized Class III annual regulation reservoir with comprehensive benefits, mainly for irrigation, but also for flood control, power generation, and tourism. The main structures are Class 3, and the secondary structures are Class 4. The current maximum dam height is 52 meters, with a total reservoir capacity of 56.44 million cubic meters and an irrigation area of 221,800 mu. The hub structures include a dam, a water conveyance tunnel, a flood discharge tunnel, and a dam-back power station. Huangyang River is a tributary of the Shiyang River system in the western inland of China. It originates from the Shuanglong Mountain, Moqi Mountain, and Heigou Mountain in Tianzhu Tibetan Autonomous County. The main tributaries are the Xiamen River and the Haxi River, which converge with the large and small gullies along the way and are intercepted by the Huangyang Reservoir at Shuixiakou in Zhonglu Township, Liangzhou District. The main road above the reservoir is 21 km long and 15–75 meters wide, with an average longitudinal slope of 1/50. The reservoir has a catchment area of 828 square kilometers, of which 637 square kilometers are outside Liangzhou District and 191 square kilometers are within Liangzhou District. The river below the reservoir flows naturally down the Shuixiakou, converges with the gullies along the way, and is then controlled by the head of the Huangyang River Canal to be introduced into the canal for irrigation. The river course from the reservoir to the head of the canal is 7.2 km long. During the flood season, some of the floodwater flows down the river and into the Zamu River, with National Highway 312 and the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway passing through its lower reaches.

Wuwei 🏯 is a city where history and modernity intertwine, and every corner exudes a unique charm. ✅ Must-try experiences: ✨ Immerse yourself in history and culture by visiting Leitai Han Tomb to see the majestic "Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow." Listen to ancient scriptures being recited at Haizang Temple and Kumarajiva Temple, and feel the weight of history. The simplicity of the Confucian Temple and the grandeur of Tiantishan Grottoes make for an unmissable historical journey. ✨ In Wuwei's natural environment, Binggou River Forest 🌳 Park and Tianzhu Binggou River Ecological and Cultural Tourism Scenic Area are havens for your soul 🛝. Stand among them, breathe in the fresh air, and feel at one with nature. 🍽 Food recommendations: ✨ As for food 🥯, Wuwei is a must-visit destination. At Beiguan Market, you can taste authentic "Three Carriages," a unique flavor of Wuwei. On Liangzhou Old Street, a variety of local snacks will make your mouth water. 🌟 Highlights: ✨ Folk experiences are also a highlight of Wuwei. At Wushaoling International Ski Resort 🎿, feel the passion and joy brought by snow and ice. At Minqin Ruian Fort, delve into local folk culture and history for unforgettable memories. ✨ If you're interested in history and culture, museums at Leitai and the Confucian Temple are worth a visit. Here, you can learn about the origins of Chinese printing, the splendor of Western Xia culture, and the charm of Liangzhou poetry. ❤ Recommended reasons: ✨ In Wuwei, history, culture, natural scenery, food, and folk customs will provide you with an unforgettable experience. We hope you feel the unique charm of this city during your journey in Wuwei.

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The last stop before leaving Wuwei is the Leitai Han Tomb, where the famous "Horse Treading on Flying Swallows" was unearthed. In October 1983, the bronze galloping horse "Horse Treading on Flying Swallows" was designated as China's tourism symbol by the National Tourism Administration. Leitai Han Tomb is by far the largest tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty in Hexi. A total of 231 precious cultural relics including gold, silver, copper, iron, jade, bone, lacquer, stone, pottery and 30,000 ancient coins were unearthed. It is known as A rich "underground museum". The most outstanding among the unearthed cultural relics are 99 exquisitely cast bronze chariot and horse ceremonial figurines, and the most valuable of them all is a bronze galloping horse. The originals of these two cultural relics are collected in the Gansu Provincial Museum. The ones in the scenic area are replicas, but you can experience the Han tombs in the scenic area for yourself. There are two Han tombs, and the two cultural relics unearthed are from Tomb No. 1. Tomb No. 2 was robbed and no valuable cultural relics were unearthed. The two tombs are much smaller in scale than the Han tombs in Xuzhou. After all, the Han tombs in Xuzhou are the tombs of princes. The owner of the Leitai Han Tomb is still a mystery. What's even more amazing is that the bricks on the walls of the tomb are not bonded with materials, and are supported entirely by the pressure between the bricks. The Leitai Han Tomb is a large brick chamber tomb from the late Eastern Han Dynasty (186-219 AD, more than 1,800 years ago) discovered in 1969. The tomb door faces east, with a total length of about 40 meters and an area of ​​about 60 square meters. The walls on both sides of the slope tomb passage are decorated with arrays of floral patterns painted in vermilion, with simple and rough brushwork. The brick part includes the tomb door, corridor, front chamber with left and right ear chambers, middle chamber with right ear chamber and back chamber. The tomb door and the walls of the tomb chamber are made of blue bricks and black-painted bricks to form various diamond patterns, with red and black lines as wall decorations. The front and rear chambers and the middle chamber have an overturned roof with ink lines and red and yellow lines. Lotus caisson patterns are painted in , gray, white and other colors. There are 99 chariot and horse ceremonial figurines in total. It consists of 39 bronze horses, 1 bronze ox, 1 ax cart, 4 chariots, 3 chariots, 2 small carts, 3 large carts, 1 ox cart, 17 warrior figurines holding spears and halberds and 28 It consists of 19.5 to 24 cm tall slave figurines. This is the largest number of chariot and horse ceremonial bronze figurines discovered so far in the Eastern Han Dynasty. It is magnificent and exquisitely cast, showing the outstanding achievements of group bronze sculptures in the Han Dynasty.

Wuwei, meaning military power, was one of the four counties established by Emperor Wu of Han to show that the military power of the Han Empire had reached Hexi. This is also an ancient capital. The first impression of Wuwei is that it is clean, much cleaner than Lanzhou, and the people here dress more fashionably. I even feel that it is more like a provincial capital. The city is also very prosperous, and the attractions in the city are not far away. You can walk around and feel it. ⛱️Must-visit attractions: There are three that can be visited in one day. Kumarajiva Temple, Leitai Han Culture Museum, and Wuwei Western Xia Museum. The Western Xia Museum is next to the Wuwei Confucian Temple. 🌄Travel tips: The three attractions are very close, and you can walk or take a taxi. Be sure to learn about the local culture and history before visiting these attractions. After all, Wuwei is an ancient city with a rich cultural history. For example, Kumarajiva Temple, the introduction in the city is relatively simple, but in fact, Kumarajiva made great contributions and suffered more hardships, so he is a world-class Buddhist scholar and is very worthy of respect. (I heard some guides in the scenic area talking about it in a mysterious way, maybe to make the tour group feel interesting. In fact, I think history needs to be real to make people feel awe.) There is a lot of history about the Western Han and Eastern Han dynasties in the Leitai Han Tomb. If you know something about the history of the Han dynasty, you will be very excited. The Flying Horse of Gansu was unearthed in the Leitai Han Tomb. You can also enter the tomb to experience it. As for the Western Xia Museum, you also need to know some history, and then you can feel the colorful Western Xia culture. 🏨Accommodation tips: I think the surrounding environment is very good. As long as you live in Liangzhou District, there are many night markets and markets, and it is very convenient to eat. 💗Other tips: Remember to wear a hat and mask, and pay attention to sun protection.

I first visited Wuwei in September 2020, when the area around Haizang Temple was still desolate. Now, Haizang Park has been built, and the previous reed marsh has become a wetland park, with even pheasants shuttling through the forest (Figure 17). At that time, I asked the monks in the temple whether it was called Haicang Temple or Haizang Temple. He said that the surrounding wetland was full of reeds, as if there was a temple hidden in the sea. But now the pinyin on the road signs is zang (Figure 18), probably because Gucangzang Road is next to it. I visited again in September 2023 and October 2024. In 1981, Haizang Temple was announced as the fourth batch of provincial cultural relics protection units in Gansu Province, and in 2013, it was announced by the State Council as the seventh batch of national key cultural relics protection units. Now there is a national protection monument under the stone lion outside the temple, and there are two new and old provincial protection monuments after entering the door. Its founding date is uncertain, one said it was during the Yuanfeng period of Song Shenzong (1078-1086). It is also said that during the Liangzhou League of the Southern Song Dynasty, four major temples were built one after another, and Haizang Temple was one of them. During the Chenghua period of the Ming Dynasty (1465-1487), the eunuch Zhang Rui rebuilt it on the original site, and the Emperor Xianzong gave the temple the name "Qinghua Zen Temple". It was rebuilt during the Shunzhi period of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1661), and after several destructions and repairs, the existing buildings were built in the 1980s and 1990s, and it is one of the eight ancient Liangzhou sceneries. The highest point in the temple is the Lingjun Ancient Tower, which was built in the fourth year of Daxing (321). It is a high-rise building built by the Zhang regime of the Former Liang (301-376) who built the capital in Guzang (now Wuwei) during the Sixteen Kingdoms period. This famous high-rise building in the northwest is recorded in the history books because of its grand scale and the political and military defense measures during the Former Liang period, and it has been praised by later literati. There are also ancient sites such as the Taoist Mansion and the God of Wealth Temple in the park. The overall greening is very good, and there are not many tourists. You can travel through it to reminisce about the past and chant today.

In the northwest, there is a place that was once the ancient capital of the Six Dynasties and the capital of the northwest, but now it has become a city that has fallen into obscurity! Curious friends may ask, who is this ancient capital of the Six Dynasties and the capital of the northwest? What different scenery is there? With these questions and curiosity, let's talk about Wuwei today. Wuwei City, referred to as "Wu" or "Liang", was once the capital of the Former Liang, Later Liang, Southern Liang, Northern Liang, Great Liang, and Western Xia (Shenzong), hence the name "Ancient Capital of the Six Dynasties, Capital of the Northwest". "The Yellow River is far up in the white clouds, a lonely city with ten thousand mountains" "Drunk lying on the battlefield, don't laugh, how many people have returned from the ancient wars" ... The familiar "Liangzhou Ci" is flowing with the city's majesty and heroism. According to statistics, there are about 2,000 border fortress poems in "The Complete Tang Poems", of which more than 100 poems are related to Liangzhou. Across 32,300 square kilometers of land, deserts, Gobi, snow-capped mountains, glaciers, grasslands, rivers, lakes, Wuwei broke through a number of relatively closed geographical units, forming a unique cultural connotation and geographical spectacle, grottoes and art, language and text, ethnic and fusion, grapes and wine, here is a brilliant corner.

The Tiantishan Grottoes in Wuwei, the originator of the grottoes on the Hexi Corridor, are not to be missed. It was excavated in the Northern Liang period of the Eastern Jin Dynasty and the Sixteen Kingdoms (397-439), and is one of the earliest excavated grottoes. The high monk Tanyao of Liangzhou, who presided over the construction here, later presided over the construction of the Yungang and Longmen Grottoes. The Tiantishan Grottoes were announced as the fifth batch of national key cultural relics protection units. The grottoes have been severely damaged by wars and natural disasters over the years. The surviving cultural relics were mostly moved to the Wuwei Museum due to the construction of the Huangyang Reservoir, and a small part was exhibited in the Gansu Museum. At present, only the Big Buddha Cave is open in the scenic area. Looking around, there are some smaller grottoes distributed on the high cliffs, which are not open to the public. Passing through the Arhat Cave, when the Big Buddha Cave suddenly appeared in front of my eyes, it was hard not to exclaim in my heart! Under the dome of the Big Buddha Cave, each statue has a different expression; the murals remaining on the left and right walls of the cave are clearly presented in front of my eyes, and these murals are smooth and delicate, and the colors are refined. Look carefully at the Buddha's clothes, you can still see the elegant corners of the cassock still retain different shades of blue and some curly cloud patterns. The strong men standing on both sides are very clear in their clothing texture, and you can recognize the various details on the armor at a glance. Tiantishan Grottoes Tiantishan Grottoes-Exhibition Hall

Tianzhu, the name is a combination of the first characters of Tiangong Temple and Zhugong Temple, so they are put together. Tiangong Temple is the largest temple we have seen these days. It is worthy of the name of the Little Potala Palace. The whole temple is magnificent. These days, we have seen many ancient buildings damaged by the 1927 earthquake. Only it has never suffered from natural and man-made disasters, which is very lucky. The opposite layers of mountains are like lotus flowers, and the mountains behind them have legends that are "naturally born" Buddha statues... Here, listening to these legendary stories, I even don't want to doubt its authenticity-one such place, without some myths, I feel unreal. Zhugong Temple is another huge contrast: there is only a white tower and a main hall here, and there are not many photos that can be taken; I met a monk and found out in the conversation that Zhugong Temple had been to Songshan Ancient City-on the way to Zhugong Temple, we passed by Songshan Ancient City Site, adhering to the famous saying "come all the way" and went around by coincidence, although I couldn't find the address of the temple, but I took the ancient city wall and wind power machine

Kumarajiva (343-413) was a great figure in the field of Buddhism. He was proficient in the Tripitaka, Vinaya, and the Tripitaka. He was the first Tripitaka master and one of the four major translators of Buddhist scriptures in Chinese Buddhism in China. First, his translation works had a significant impact on the spread of Buddhism in China. I met with this wise man at Kumarajiva Temple in Wuwei City. Kumarajiva Temple occupies a small area, but it is unique. The architecture in the temple is exquisite and gorgeous. The main buildings include the Mahavira Hall, the Kumarajiva Memorial Hall and the Kumarajiva Pagoda. In sharp contrast to the busy modern streets outside the temple, the inside of the temple seems quiet and peaceful, as if it is another world. Kumarajiva was born in Kuqa, Xinjiang. He could read at the age of 3, and his knowledge exceeded that of ordinary people at the age of 5. When he was 7 years old, he became a monk under the leadership of his mother. He then practiced Buddhism in Shule and began to translate Buddhist scriptures. When I was 9 years old, I went through many hardships and went to India with my mother to study. He became a famous archmage at the age of 15. In 384 AD, Kumarajiva arrived in Liangzhou and stayed in Kumarajiva Temple for 17 years. He translated 74 Buddhist scriptures and 384 volumes. The translated Buddhist scriptures are easy to understand and beautiful in diction, and are still circulated today. After the master passed away, in accordance with his will, the tongue, which was not burned to death, was turned into a relic and enshrined in the pagoda of Luoshi Temple. 🌈Highlights: ✅The Roshi Temple Pagoda was first built in the Eastern Jin Dynasty (around 415 AD). It is an octagonal 12-story brick and wood mixed structure tower, 33 meters high, with built-in wooden ladders that can reach the top of the tower. It contains the tongue relics of Master Kumarajiva, Statue and a Tripitaka. ✅ Master Luoshi Memorial Hall is one of the core buildings in Kumarajiva Temple. It was built in the Ming Dynasty and was destroyed by an earthquake in 1927. In 2013, it was rebuilt with an all-wood structure according to the ancient architectural style of the Ming Dynasty. It is five rooms wide. , three bays deep inside, 15 meters high, with double eaves and mountain top-style roof tiles, brackets and brackets, and painted spirals. It is one of the most standard all-wood mortise and tenon structure buildings in Wuwei City. ✅The bronze statue of Master Kumarajiva enshrined in the memorial hall is 3.84 meters high and weighs 6 tons. It has a kind face and deep eyes. It holds a Buddhist scripture in its hand and seems to be preaching. There are 16 wall charts of Kumarajiva's life hanging around, briefly introducing the great achievements of Master Kumarajiva in his life. 🎫Tickets: Free 🚗Transportation: Navigation🧭Go by car

Finally came to check in! I feel like my body and mind have been healed~ I took advantage of the heat to organize this experience guide, and the babies who are going to remember to collect it! Attraction name: Han Tang Tianma City Transportation: Self-driving Must check in: Dahang Fu, Xiliang Grand Theater Recommended play order: Dahang Fu, Liangzhou Ci, Tianma Song, Intangible Cultural Heritage Expo Park. The summary is over! If you have any other questions, please ask me in the comment area!

Gansu Wuwei Museum: A feast of history and art Here, every brick and tile is engraved with the long history of Wuwei, and every cultural relic tells the past glory and vicissitudes. Wuwei Museum, as the guardian of Wuwei's history and culture, is not only a treasure trove of rich collections, but also an encyclopedia vividly showing the process of Wuwei civilization. Entering the museum is like traveling back to the Liangzhou era of golden horses and iron horses and business gatherings. Four or five thousand years ago, the ancestors thrived here and created the brilliant jade culture of Qijia; Han Dynasty wood carvings are lifelike, showing the superb skills of Han Dynasty craftsmen; Sui and Tang tomb inscriptions silently tell the changes of that era; Xixia Wen Ni movable type Buddhist scriptures, Yuan blue and white porcelain and other precious cultural relics are witnesses to the glorious history of Wuwei as an important node on the Silk Road. Wuwei Museum not only has a rich collection, but also has distinctive exhibitions. "Hexi Metropolis, Hometown of Heavenly Horses-Wuwei Historical Relics Exhibition" makes people appreciate the grand history of Wuwei for thousands of years and feel the city's toughness and diversity; "Tianti Charm, Liangzhou Buddha Light-Tianti Mountain Grottoes Special Exhibition" is close to the treasures of Buddhist art, Experience the unique charm of Liangzhou Buddha Light. Here, you can admire the national treasure "Wangzhang Decree Order Booklet" up close, and listen to the ancient echoes of the Western Han Dynasty's respect for the elderly and the elderly; you can stare at the copper horse and feel its "horse stepping on the swallow" The posture and strength. Every cultural relic is not just a static existence, they all contain rich stories and profound historical and cultural heritage behind them. After visiting, come to a Wangzhang Wen Chuang popsicle, and enjoy the beauty of cultural relics. The mouth and abdomen can't be idle.

🍀 Leitai Han Tombs are located in the north section of Zhongguan Road, Liangzhou District, Wuwei City, Gansu Province. It is a world-renowned treasure and the birthplace of "Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," the symbol of Chinese tourism. 🍀 Historical evolution: Leitai was built by Zhang Mao, King of Former Liang, as Lingjun Terrace. In the fourth year of Taixing in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, another Leitai was built here to worship the god of thunder. On the terrace, there are 10 ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, including the Temple of Lei Zu and the Temple of Sanxing Doumu. The buildings are magnificent and grand. The surrounding area is filled with ancient trees and shimmering lakes. 🍀 Main attractions: ❇️ Main Hall and Side Hall: The main hall is mainly used to house the spirit tablet of the deceased, and it is the place where the soul of the deceased normally lives. The attendants serve the spirit tablet as if it were a living person. The side hall is an auxiliary building of the main hall, mainly used to worship the spirit of the deceased when it comes here to play. ❇️ Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow: The bronze galloping horse is also known as "Ma Chao Longque." It is green-bronze in color, 34.5 cm high, 45 cm long, and weighs 7.15 kg. The horse is depicted in a galloping posture, with three legs in the air, head held high, and tail raised. Under its right hind leg, it tramples on a "wind god bird" dragon sparrow, which is spreading its wings and flying back, looking back in surprise. This design breaks away from the traditional image of the heavenly horse, while still conforming to the principles of mechanical balance. It contains rich cultural connotations of the heavenly horse, and its casting technique is exquisite. It is a masterpiece of bronze art. ❇️ Han Dynasty Ancient Well: The ancient well is located in the southeast corner of Leitai, 2 meters from the entrance of the tomb passage. It runs through the entire rammed earth layer and is adjacent to the tomb passage, extending all the way into the ancient tomb. The well is 12.8 meters deep and is built with typical Han Dynasty thin bricks. The bottom is laid in a "human character" shape, which is rare in Chinese archaeology. According to research, this ancient well gradually dried up in the mid-1990s. ❇️ Leitai Lake: Leitai Lake, located next to Leitai, has naturally revived after being dry for over 20 years. The spring water gurgles, the waves shimmer, and the stream flows gently. The surrounding area is covered with green grass, and willows and poplars sway in the breeze. The creation of heaven and earth, combined with the hard work of the people of Wuwei, has made Leitai, the birthplace of the bronze galloping horse, a place where old and new appearances coexist, attracting a large number of Chinese and foreign scholars and tourists. 🚗 Parking lot: There is a large parking lot next to the scenic spot. I forgot whether it was charged, but it definitely wasn't expensive. 🎫 Tickets: Available at the ticket window or online. Adult ticket: RMB 45/person

❇️Tiantishan Grottoes, also known as Liangzhou Grottoes or Liangzhou Big Buddha Grottoes, were built during the Eastern Jin Dynasty and the Sixteen Kingdoms period in the Northern Liang, with a history of about 1,600 years. ❇️Tiantishan Grottoes is one of the earliest grottoes in China and a representative of early Chinese grotto art. It is the source of Yungang Grottoes and Longmen Grottoes and is known as the "origin of grottoes". It occupies an important position in the history of Chinese Buddhism and has a profound impact on the development of Chinese grottoes. ❇️There are 18 existing caves in Tiantishan Grottoes, which preserve a large number of cultural relics such as Buddha statues, murals, and sculptures. Among them, the 13th cave is the largest and most representative cave in Tiantishan Grottoes. The main statue of Sakyamuni is 28 meters high, with a majestic momentum and lifelike appearance. ❇️The artistic style of Tiantishan Grottoes is unique, integrating the artistic characteristics of the Western Regions and the Central Plains. Its murals are rich in content, including Buddhist stories, character images, landscapes, etc., and have high artistic value. ⏰Opening hours: all year round, ticket checking ends at 17:00 in the afternoon.

The Tianti Mountain Grottoes in Liangzhou, Wuwei, Gansu Province, are a hidden gem that attracts those interested in history, art, and spirituality. Whether you're an avid historian, a religious pilgrim, or simply a traveler seeking to explore the beauty of ancient Chinese culture, the Tianti Mountain Grottoes promise an enriching and unforgettable experience. #desert #100waysoftravel #Liangzhou #Wuwei #gansu #china #travellerswonderland

🌟 Departing from Jiangsu, we embarked on a spontaneous trip and flew to Lanzhou, Gansu, to start an unforgettable journey to the northwest. 🍜 In Lanzhou, we tasted beef noodles in the streets and alleys, each bite was authentic northwest flavor. 🏛️ Gansu Provincial Museum was our first stop, and the collection there gave us a deeper understanding of the history of this land. 🚗 Then, we rented a car to Wuwei, and after more than four hours of driving, we crossed the vast northwest land. 🎑 Wuwei, a quiet and beautiful place, the Buddha statues in the museum made us feel the weight of history, and the spicy hot pot on the street let us experience the local flavor. ❄️ The cold wind in the Binggou River Scenic Area made us realize that the winter in the northwest is completely different from that in the south of the Yangtze River, and we experienced the real cold here. 🌄 The shock of the Yunti Mountain Grottoes made us respect the skills of ancient craftsmen, and the special ginseng fruit made us deeply impressed by the richness of this land. 🛍️ Back in Lanzhou, we accidentally discovered pulp yogurt, the unique taste of which made us memorable and even brought it home to continue enjoying. 📸 Along the way, we used the camera to record every unforgettable moment, from the beef noodles in Lanzhou to the grottoes in Wuwei, from the cold wind in Binggou River to the shock of Yunti Mountain, each photo is a witness to our trip. 🌈 This is a baptism of the soul and a feast of vision. Wuwei, Gansu, a niche tourist destination worth exploring by yourself.

Self-driving from Lanzhou to Tiantishan via Tianzhu. The scenic area has a parking lot, and tickets can be purchased at the entrance of the scenic area, which is the same price as online. Walking along the Huangyang Lake Reservoir for about ten minutes, you will see the Big Buddha, which is really tall! The reservoir is very beautiful. There is only one Big Buddha to watch here. If you want to see other relocated cultural relics, you need to go to the city museum. The last few photos I took were in the museum. Overall, it's great!

Leitai Han Tomb, located at No. 272, Beiguan Middle Road, Liangzhou District, Wuwei City, Gansu Province, was built in the late Eastern Han Dynasty and is famous for the national treasure-level cultural relic Flying Horse of Gansu. In October 1983, the "Flying Horse of Gansu" was designated as the China Tourism Logo by the National Tourism Administration; in 1985, Wuwei City designated the "Flying Horse of Gansu" as the city emblem symbolizing Wuwei's soaring; in 1986, it was designated as a national treasure-level cultural relic.