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Successful reverse travel during summer vacation! Recommend an underrated hidden city|||

|||. Successful reverse travel during summer vacation! Recommend Gannan - an underrated hidden paradise The dreamlike natural scenery Do you want to escape the heat in July and August and find a pure land with snow-capped mountains, lush grasslands, and wildflowers like waves? Do you want to witness the harmonious scene of cattle and sheep grazing leisurely and herdsmen riding freely? Then, Gannan (located in the southwest of Gansu Province) with an average temperature of 20°C is definitely your best choice! Known as the low-altitude 'Little Tibet', it has few tourists and no need to worry about altitude sickness. With over 90% vegetation coverage, the air here is exceptionally fresh. Must-visit highlights Labrang Monastery: The supreme sacred 'highest institution of Tibetan Buddhism', surrounded by more than 2,000 prayer wheels, forming the Guinness World Record 'longest prayer corridor in the world'. Langmu Temple: Separated by a river, it integrates the peaceful coexistence of Tibetan and Hui ethnic groups, with the Lama Temple and the Mosque reflecting each other, known as the 'Little Switzerland of the East'. Sangke Grassland: A beautiful grassland where every shot is a healing blockbuster, ride horses and listen to the melodious Tibetan folk songs, purifying the soul. Zagana: Known as the 'Eden on Earth', it is a hidden secret place and one of the '50 places to visit in a lifetime' selected by 'China National Geography'. Ganga Secret Land: A mysterious place above the clouds, existing like a 'magnificent and majestic miracle'. Baishiya: A niche secret place, known as the 'Dolomites of Gannan', the natural mountain screen divides the Ganga Grassland into two alpine grasslands, with spectacular scenery. Transportation Guide Direct flight: You can fly directly to Zhongchuan Airport, then transfer to the city rail to Lanzhou Station. Train: Choose a sleeper train directly to Lanzhou Station, the journey takes about 10 hours. 7 days and 6 nights itinerary Day 1-3: Lanzhou - Liujiaxia - Milarepa Buddha Pavilion - Hezuo City - Zagana Arrive in Lanzhou, taste authentic beef noodles, fermented skin, spicy potato chips, and other delicacies. Head to Liujiaxia, overlooking the magnificent scenery of the confluence of the Yellow River and Tao River. Stay in Zagana, watch the sunrise at Darri Viewing Platform, watch the sunset at Fairy Beach, and overlook the Tibetan villages. Day 4-5: Namo Grand Canyon - Langmu Temple - Sangke Grassland - Labrang Monastery Hike in Namo Grand Canyon, explore the source of the Bailong River. Ride horses and take photos in Sangke Grassland, enjoy the melodious Tibetan folk songs. Visit Labrang Monastery, follow the monks to uncover the world of Buddhism. Day 6-7: Xiahe - Baishiya Hiking - Bajiao Ancient City - Lanzhou Visit the Ganga Secret Land, feel the perfect fusion of ancient city temples and grassland rivers. Hike in Baishiya Valley, explore Bajiao Ancient City, and watch the summer migration of cattle and sheep. Return to Lanzhou, ending the pleasant trip to Gannan.
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Posted: Aug 25, 2024
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