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Exploring Tianti Mountain: The Ancient Stone Kiln Secrets of Wuwei

Hidden deep in the mountains is an ancient temple, and the Tianti Mountain Grottoes in Wuwei are truly stunning! As a nationally protected cultural heritage site, the grotto art here perfectly blends with the natural scenery, making it a must-visit secret spot in Northwest China~ 📍Address: Group 7, Dengshan Village, Huangyang Town, Liangzhou District, Wuwei City ⏰Opening Hours: Summer (May to October) 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM (last entry at 5:30 PM) Winter (November to April next year) 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (last entry at 5:00 PM) 🎫Ticket: 30 RMB ‼️Highlights: 1⃣️The Origin of Chinese Grottoes: Home to one of China’s earliest grottoes, over 100 years older than the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang! 2⃣️Breathtaking Lake and Mountain Scenery: The grottoes sit by the lake and mountains, with the blue waters of Huangyang Reservoir contrasting beautifully with the Danxia landforms—every photo is a masterpiece🌊 3⃣️Well-Preserved Buddha Statues: Despite thousands of years, some Buddha statues and murals remain vividly colored and exquisitely detailed 💡Travel Tips: ✅Recommended to drive or hire a car; the scenery along the way is spectacular ✅The scenic area has a large parking lot, 10 RMB per visit; arrive early to avoid peak times ✅Remember to bring sunscreen and sunglasses, as the Northwest sun is especially strong ✅Art students must visit! The Buddha sculptures are exquisitely crafted, making it a perfect spot for sketching 🍜Food Recommendations: Don’t miss Wuwei’s “Three Courses” (Fu tea, Xing noodles, and braised meat)! Try Ma’s Three Courses in the city (near Xiguan Cross), where you can eat your fill for about 30 RMB per person~
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Posted: Oct 23, 2025
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