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Trip Moments in Li County
Tianshui is wonderful, but I won’t go back because it’s truly...
“Tianshui is wonderful, but I won’t go back | hiding the thousand-year-old Buddha light of Longshang Jiangnan in my memories🌫️ People often ask me why, after seeing the misty rain of Maiji, I don’t plan to visit Tianshui again.”
🛕 Fuxi Temple | Where Chinese Civilization Begins
“A visit to Fuxi Temple in Tianshui is like stepping back to the very beginning of Chinese civilization.”
Fuxi Temple — Dragons, Ancient Cypress, and the Roots of Civilization
“In the heart of Tianshui, Fuxi Temple stands as one of the most culturally symbolic sites in the region, dedicated to Fuxi—one of the legendary ancestors in Chinese mythology.”
National Day reverse travel gems! 8 niche cities accessible by high-speed rail
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Stepping into the ancient capital of Shu Han | Memories of the Three Kingdoms hidden in the ancient city of Zhaohua
“📍Guangyuan Zhaohua Ancient City · Jinghou Temple 📜The Shu Han Code of a Thousand-Year-Old City: Zhaohua Ancient City has a deep connection with the Three Kingdoms culture.”
Longnan in 3 days is already done. It is not recommended to go in July or August because it’s really~~~
“Day 1|First impressions of Wudu · million-year-old karst cave + riverside night view🌆 Arrive in Wudu at noon → drop off luggage and eat Wudu rice noodles + walnut bread + pot tea🍵 2:00 PM taxi 20 min to Wanxiang Cave (ticket 80 CNY, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, constant 16℃ "Northern China’s top cave")🕳️: stalactites + sister cave, slippery inside so wear non-slip shoes~ 5:30 PM choose between Yaozhai Valley or Qianba pasture: for a relaxing trip, go to Yaozhai Valley farmhouse by the creek; for grassland breeze, go to Qianba pasture🌾 Evening: Jiazou night market with potato jelly + cumin barbecue + Wudu hot pot, stroll along the Bailong River🌃 Day 2|Dangchang Guanyegou · Northwest’s little Jiuzhaigou all day🌲 8:00 AM self-drive 1.5h from Wudu / high-speed train to Hadapu + shuttle to Guanyegou (5A, ticket + shuttle 130 CNY) Take sightseeing bus to the end of Guanzhu Valley, from high to low: Guanye waterfall → Zedangcuo → Leigu Mountain cable car (overlooking forest sea)💧 Afternoon walk through Eman Valley to Jade Lake, drink butter tea on Qiang-Tibetan style street~ Stay in Dangchang county town for potato jelly + hand-pulled lamb, or return to Wudu🌙 Day 3|Wen County Tianchi · alpine sapphire + return trip💎 8:00 AM depart for Wen County Tianchi (ticket 50 + shuttle 30 CNY, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM): hike around the lake / boat ride, lake water green like a jade plate~ 12:00 eat tofu flower noodles + steamed river fish in Wen County🐟, stop by Bikou ancient town to drink Bikou Longjing tea and buy wild honey🍯 3:00 PM return to Wudu, buy Wudu Sichuan pepper + olive oil + persimmon cakes as souvenirs, high-speed train home🎒 🍜 must-eat list Potato jelly (sour and spicy brine, 8 CNY), Wudu hot pot, tofu flower noodles, Dangchang hand-pulled lamb, Wen County steamed fish🐟 Sweet fermented milk tea, pot tea (add walnut honey 5 CNY)🥛 🎒 essentials & tips Guanyegou is 22℃ in summer but cool in the valley → light jacket + non-slip shoes + raincoat; Wanxiang Cave is always cool so bring a long-sleeve🧥 Mountain roads have many curves → motion sickness medicine + power bank + pre-download offline maps📱 Enter Guanyegou before 8 AM to avoid tour groups; do not take unauthorized "direct" rides🚫 For more cultural sites, swap Day 3 for Cheng County’s "Xixia Ode" (40 CNY) + Jifeng Mountain, or visit Qishan in Lixian for Three Kingdoms history~🏯”
🐱 A Rain-Washed Encounter with the Great Buddha — Daxiang Mountain
“Perched above the town of Daxiang Mountain, Daxiang Mountain is a place where stone, history, and a surprising number of cats come together.”
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🗿 Awe-Inspiring Ancient Art at Maijishan Grottoes 🏞️ Explore Tianshui’s Maijishan Cave-Temple Complex, where centuries-old Buddhist sculptures and stunning cliffside carvings create a mystical mountain escape! Set out early from Huayin for a scenic drive to Tianshui—you'll want to hit Maijishan Cave-Temple Complex right as it opens (08:30–17:30, Apr–Oct; 09:00–17:00, Nov–Mar) to beat the crowd and savor morning mountain mist. The cliff-side walkways let you get close to 7th-century statues and intricate temple reliefs carved right into the rosy rock. Must-do: Climb the dizzying spiral stairs for panoramic views and a unique “floating” perspective over lush valleys—an epic photo spot! Snap the gigantic Buddha heads at Level 5 and peer down from the upper walkways for the perfect wide angle. For wilder shots, frame the caves against foggy morning light or capture the cliff full of tiny temple windows—so Insta-worthy! Bring snacks and water; there aren’t many shops up there. Wear comfy shoes—the stairs are steep and can get slippery after rain. My tip: bring a lightweight rain jacket, not an umbrella, since mountain winds can surprise you. Take it slow: the walkways are narrow and busy during holidays, so plan for patience. If you have time after the caves, Tianshui “old town” is perfect for a quick noodle lunch before heading back to Huayin. #Maijishan #Tianshui #Caves #BuddhistArt #ChinaTravel
“🗿 Awe-Inspiring Ancient Art at Maijishan Grottoes 🏞️ Explore Tianshui’s Maijishan Cave-Temple Complex, where centuries-old Buddhist sculptures and stunning cliffside carvings create a mystical mountain escape!”Explore Li County on the map
Frequently asked questions
What is Li County famous for?
−Li County is known for its wealth of attractions and things to do. Here are a few highlights: Fuxi Temple, Qishan Wuhou Shrine, and Tianshui Ancient City.
What are the must-try activities in Li County?
−Consider [Explore World Heritage] Tianshui Maijishan Cave-Temple Complex & Immortal Cliff Day Tour, Tianshui Maiji Mountain, Fuxi Temple & Tianshui Ancient City Day Tour, and [Exploring a World Heritage Site] Tianshui Maijishan Grottoes & Xianren Cliff Day Tour in Li County. Availability and itineraries change, so check the latest details before booking.