Things to do in Shizuishan

The direct shuttle bus between Yinchuan and Shahu Lake is incredibly convenient! Multiple pick-up points in the city, scheduled departures, and a direct route to the scenic area. Clean vehicles, steady driving, pure sightseeing with no shopping stops or hidden costs. Includes boat ticket. Return trip at 4:30 PM during the National Day holiday. Reasonable travel time and affordable price.

Beiwudang Ecological Tourism Area is located in Dawukou District, Shizuishan City. The entire scenic area consists of three scenic spots: Forest Park, Beiwudang Temple, and Beiwudang Geological Park. The first is the Dawukou Forest Park, an artificial ecological forest area covering more than 10,000 mu built by the people of Shizuishan City after years of greening; the second is Beiwudang Temple, which integrates Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism; the third is Beiwudang Geological Park, which preserves the Helan Mountains with good natural features, with numerous peaks, overlapping mountains, and a solemn and magnificent mountain color.

Parking is convenient at the scenic area, but there are quite a few steps, which isn't very convenient for wheelchair users. To enter the rock art area, you need to pass through the World Rock Art Museum, a very long corridor, and then take a shuttle bus. The shuttle bus service coordinates between attractions quite well, so the wait isn't too long. You need to see the rock art yourself, although there are signs and explanations. Some of the rock art is already blurred and indistinct, so it's best to see it as early as possible.

It's quite famous, being a filming location for movies like "A Chinese Odyssey" and "Red Sorghum," and the film sets have a strong sense of Northwest China's rugged landscape, making it a good place for movie fans to take photos. However, the overall experience is just average. The park has many dirt roads, is windy and dusty, and sunny. Aside from taking photos, there's not much to see or do. If you're not particularly attached to the movies, don't have too high expectations.

Xinghai Lake is located in the eastern part of Dawukou District, Shizuishan City. The Shanshui Avenue passes through the lake, with a total area of ​​43 square kilometers and a lake area of ​​more than 20 square kilometers. The scenic area consists of six distinctive scenic spots: Hundred Birds Singing, Golden Western Region, Nansha Sea, Crane Valley, Crescent Sea, and Egret Island.

Helan Mountain National Forest Park primarily offers a close-up view of the Helan Mountains. The mountain has relatively low vegetation cover and is mainly composed of rocks. You need to take a shuttle bus to the foot of the mountain, and then choose to take a cable car or hike to the summit (approximately 20-40 minutes). There are many snacks available on the mountain, as well as spectacular high-altitude acrobatic performances. Along the way, you can also spot wild animals such as blue sheep.

The World Heritage Site is definitely worth visiting. Since it was off-season, there weren't many people and the queues were minimal. However, the return trip was quite late, and the long wait for transportation meant it was difficult to get a taxi back to the city center. The management was somewhat chaotic, and the service was inadequate.

Shapotou truly lives up to its 5A rating; the overall experience exceeded expectations and is highly recommended! We enjoyed both the Yellow River and desert areas, with seamless transitions between activities. The sheepskin rafts drifted leisurely on the Yellow River, with boatmen singing Northwest folk songs, creating a wonderful atmosphere. Sandboarding allowed for self-controlled speed, making it safe and stress-relieving. The scenic area is well-managed, with comprehensive facilities. Trash cans, rest areas, and shops are readily available, and the restrooms are clean. The staff are friendly and helpful, always ready to assist. The core attractions can be covered in half a day, making it excellent value for money. I'll definitely come back next time I'm in Zhongwei!

This place is suitable for those who are willing to participate in activities. Otherwise, you can just watch the shows, eat and drink, which won't be very interesting. You have to participate to have fun. 360 Viewing is good, and Princess Hongcheng is worth watching.