Zhangye, Gansu [Photo/Globaltimes.com]

Zhangye, Gansu

Zhangye boasts the typical and the country's largest arid area danxia landform. The danxia landform in Zhangye is mainly found in Linze and Sunan counties. Surrounded by colorful hills, the land seems to rise and fall like waves. Rock stratum of various colors places in graceful disarray, forming an imposing and magnificent sight.

Besides the danxia landform in Zhangye, visitors can go to Zhangye Giant Buddha Temple, Mati Temple, Shandan army horse branch and Dongda Mountain Nature Reserve.

Best time to see Zhangye Danxia landform: September to October

Transportation: take the minibus from Zhangye West Bus Station to Sunan county or Linze county