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206***66Jinta Poplar Forest is a national 4A-level scenic area, located 8 kilometers northwest of Jinta County, Gansu Province. It is part of the Three-North Shelterbelt System, covering an area of over 80,000 mu (approximately 5,333 hectares), and consists of five functional areas, including the Poplar Forest-Jinbo Lake core scenic area. It boasts the largest artificial Poplar Forest in Northwest China, covering tens of thousands of mu (approximately 6,667 hectares). In autumn, the poplars turn golden, creating a stunning contrast with the blue sky and desert, making it one of the most beautiful places in Gansu for autumn scenery. The best time to visit is September and October.
4.3/5
来和我一起旅行On the third day of the National Day trip, the journey from Zhangye to Jiuquan was long, so we arranged to go to the snow mountain first. It is indeed not famous, but the scenery is nice, and you may see marmots, but we didn’t see any. It was cold and windy, so you needed to wear a thin down jacket and gloves. There were plank roads all the way, but the altitude was 3900-4000m. This was the day with the fewest steps on the trip. We walked more than 8,000 meters and had not yet reached the end. I flew a drone, and it may not have been halfway, but I still felt very tired. It took 2 hours, plus the round trip bus ride was about 3 hours. There were not many people in the scenic area, so there was no need to queue.
4.6/5
M2c***ugZhangye Binggou Danxia is absolutely stunning! The crimson cliff pillars, with their unique shapes, resemble a natural art palace. The scenic area is well-equipped and the staff are friendly. The scenery is beautiful and the crowds are few. Strolling through it feels like being in a dreamland. Absolutely amazing!
4.6/5M43***97I feel that among all the attractions in Zhangye, Alien Valley has the best value for money. The various weathered rock structures are of different shapes and colors. It is so unique. It feels like you are out of the earth when you play there. This experience is full of happiness.
5.0/5
M2d***3iThe night tour of the Danxia Mountains in Alanlagda was truly breathtaking! The Danxia is breathtakingly magnificent during the day, and even more mysterious at night under the illumination. I highly recommend this experience; it truly is even more captivating than during the day!
4.7/5
Anonymous userMagnificent Scenery: Its colors are highly saturated, featuring a variety of hues including red, yellow, orange, and green. At sunrise and sunset, the dramatic changes in light and shadow create a visually stunning spectacle, described by visitors as "God's spilled palette." Convenient Viewing: The scenic area boasts a well-planned layout of viewing platforms and shuttle buses, allowing visitors easy access to various viewpoints. It is suitable for tourists of all ages, especially families and photography enthusiasts. • Comprehensive Facilities: As a 5A-level scenic area, its infrastructure is comprehensive, effectively handling large numbers of tourists even during peak seasons and ensuring a smooth visitor experience.
4.2/5
YkYxy123456&Looking at the remains of the ancient city wall, I truly felt the artistic conception of "the smoke rises straight in the desert, the sun sets over the long river". The wind and sand have been blowing for thousands of years, and history seems to have solidified here. The desolate and magnificent beauty hits my heart directly.
4.3/5
单反小大爷Is it worth spending 550 to see all the special caves in Yulin Grottoes? I'm Leo, a traveler and photographer who constantly explores dungeons on Earth Online. On this trip to Dunhuang, I spent a whole day immersed in the murals of the Mogao Grottoes. Still feeling unsatisfied, I added another multiple-choice question to my itinerary between the Western Thousand Buddha Caves on the east route and the Yulin Grottoes on the west route. Yulin Grottoes, also known as Wanfo Gorge, is located in a Gobi gorge approximately 70 kilometers south of Guazhou County, Jiuquan City, Gansu Province. The Yulin River flows through the gorge, and elm trees form forests on both sides, giving the grottoes their name. As the "sister cave" of the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, Yulin Grottoes currently boasts 43 caves with intact murals, over 270 preserved painted sculptures, and over 5,200 square meters of murals, most of which date back 800 years, from the Tang Dynasty to the Yuan Dynasty. Best route: I'm a lifelong self-drive person. At 4:00 AM, we set off from Dunhuang for a two-hour, 170-kilometer drive. Along the way, we admired diverse landscapes, including the Gobi Desert, oases, and poplar forests. We stopped frequently to check in at the Guazhou Sculpture Group (Son of the Earth, The Magnificent Spirit of Emperor Wu of Han, and Boundless), finally catching the first rays of sunlight of the day at Boundless. It was exactly 9:00 AM when we arrived at the main entrance of the Yulin Grottoes. Key Points: Tickets to the Yulin Grottoes are 40 yuan for the general entrance, which includes access to five caves. However, if your budget allows, the four special caves are absolutely must-sees. To avoid any regrets, I spent 550 yuan to visit all of them. Aside from the somewhat controversial Cave 4, the other three are truly exquisite, with extremely detailed explanations and a far superior experience to the general caves. · Cave 25: The "Amitābha Sūtra Transformation," featuring a depiction of the Western Paradise, is of immense artistic value and is considered the pinnacle of ancient Chinese Buddhist murals. Cave 2: Widely acclaimed for its exquisite depiction of the Water Moon Avalokitesvara, it is a masterpiece of Western Xia murals. Cave 3: Its murals blend exoteric and esoteric Buddhist art. Among them, the "Manjusri Transformation" and "Samantabhadra Transformation" paintings, as well as the "Iron Forging" and "Rice Pounding" paintings, reflecting Western Xia society, are all of great value. For the sake of cultural heritage protection, Yulin Caves, like Mogao Caves, prohibits photography. Therefore, I strictly adhered to the scenic area's regulations. As for the exquisite sculptures and murals, I decided to capture these everlasting moments with my own eyes.
4.7/5
M43***08It's alright. Since it's in the city center, you can stop by the Giant Buddha Temple on the way to Mati Temple. The main attraction is the reclining giant Buddha; the rest is so-so, it depends on your personal preference. But I don't know much about this kind of history, so I don't have much to say.
4.5/5
M23***23The Aerospace City is great. We met at 9 am and ended around 4 pm. The meeting point was at the entrance of the tourist center. We needed to hand in our ID and fill out a confidentiality agreement. Once inside, we could get up close and personal with many "real things," and history came alive. It's very large, and you need to take a shuttle bus. The girl who gave the tour was good, but some spots require luck. The cemetery was not open this time, which was a pity. Overall, it's a great place for patriotic education.
