Zhangye's Colorful Terrain Now Available for Booking on Trip.com
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Zhangye, a city in China, invites travelers worldwide to explore its rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes through the new online destination flagship store launched on Trip.com.
Nestled between the Qilian Mountains and the Heihe River, Zhangye offers more than just stunning colourful landforms. It is a city steeped in history, with a vital role along the ancient Silk Road.
The Colourful Rainbow Mountains (Rainbow Danxia)
Zhangye’s signature natural wonder, the Colourful Rainbow Mountains, is a spectacle to behold. Vibrantly colored rock formations display stripes of crimson, gold, and green, most spectacular at sunrise or sunset. Visit Platform 4 for the best visual impact, or take a sightseeing bus to explore the area.
Binggou Danxia Scenic Area
Complementing the Rainbow Mountains, Binggou Danxia offers a different but equally stunning geological experience. The unique shapes—peaks resembling castles, camels, and Buddha statues—are a sight to behold.
Mati Temple (Sunan Matisi Grottoes)
Mati Temple is a cultural site that combines cave art, Buddhist grotto murals, and magnificent views of the Qilian Mountains. Renowned for its cliffside caves, artistic murals, and ethnic Yugur customs, Mati Temple offers a blend of natural beauty and historical significance.
Pingshan Lake Grand Canyon
Described as "China’s Colorado," the Pingshan Lake Grand Canyon offers both in-depth hiking and more relaxed tours, appealing to various traveler preferences. The "A Thread of Sky" climb is a thrilling challenge for the adventurous.
Zhangye Big Buddha Temple
The Zhangye Big Buddha Temple is a must-visit for its significant cultural and religious experience. Housing Asia’s largest indoor reclining Buddha statue, the temple dates back to the Western Xia Dynasty. It also contains original Buddhist texts dating from the Ming Dynasty.
Additional Cultural Experiences
Exploring the Silk Road heritage, local ethnic customs, and pastoral landscapes around Zhangye are also promoted through Trip.com’s curated travel guides and booking options.
The Yugur People
Visit Sunan Yugur Autonomous County to experience Gansu's only indigenous ethnic group, the Yugur people, who showcase centuries of tradition. Discover vibrant ethnic costumes and music, or witness thrilling horse races and bonfire dances during summer.
Shandan Horse Ranch
For a unique experience, visit the Shandan Horse Ranch, where you can gallop through history on horseback.
Immerse in Nomadic Lifestyle
Ride through vast pastoral lands to immerse yourself in a centuries-old nomadic lifestyle.
With Trip.com, travelers can plan their trips to Zhangye easily and conveniently, with access to hotels, attractions, local cuisine, travel tips, and more through the Zhangye Cultural and Tourism Brand Flagship Store. Dive into your adventure in Zhangye and let its vibrant landscapes, rich culture, and history captivate you.
- In addition to exploring Zhangye's natural wonders, travelers can delve into the city's lifestyle and culture by immersing themselves in the nomadic way of life or visiting the Shandan Horse Ranch.
- For fashion-and-beauty enthusiasts, exploring the vibrant ethnic costumes and music, or witnessing traditional dance performances, can be a fascinating part of the Zhangye experience.
- While in Zhangye, food-and-drink connoisseurs can savor local cuisine, offering a unique culinary adventure.
- Post-trip, travelers might consider adopting a pet from the local area to bring a piece of their enchanting experience back home with them, or take memories home in the form of shopping finds from the city's stores.
