Title: Visit Gansu: 2026 Travel Guide for Gansu, China | Expedia.com

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# Gansu

## China

![Nothing unusual about the photograph except ........ no crowds of people! A freezing cold day in January 2013 resulting in very few tourists so early in the morning. So, top tip go early morning in January to avoid the crowds, but wear your thermals! But ..... 10 mins after this photo we were besieged by hordes of Mongolian teenagers on a trip, all wanting group photos and all claiming to be "daughters of Genghis Khan". Bizarre, but then so is the myth that you can see the Great Wall from space! #china #greatwall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000421432/521fa3c6-320d-48fd-8638-1d65d64493e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Camel ride at Mingshashan, Dunhuang, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981709410/5638a116-f159-42c3-9aab-f828a6dd6103.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Zhangye National Geopark, the "Rainbow" or "Colorful" Mountains. About 30 minutes west of the city of Zhangye in the Gansu province of China. Buses from two park tourist centers ferry you to 4-6 stops within the park where you can climb up to various viewing platforms and walkways.
#Red](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049776/cb0ca85b-a4f1-460c-afe5-a9a0a707cbbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![View from top of the bottle opener... Outstanding City!

#china #shanghai #asia #architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2071/94911018-d329-4ff2-b332-27a252bacbd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![
Natural Rock
#China #Natural #rock #stalactites

Taken at May 25th, 2015.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2071/434e802f-2fff-462a-ad3b-127d267ee7cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

### Popular cities in Gansu

[Zhangye

Known for Deserts, Horseback riding and Hills

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Zhangye awaits: its desert views, horseback riding, lake views, and more! 

## Reasons to visit

- Qilian Mountains National Park

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[Jiuquan

Known for Deserts, UNESCO site and Horseback riding

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Experience the desert views, UNESCO site, and culture in Jiuquan! 

## Reasons to visit

- Mogao Caves

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[Gannan Tibetan

Known for Secluded, Hills and Forests

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Get away to secluded Gannan Tibetan! Enjoy the forests, temples, and lake views. 

## Reasons to visit

- Labrang Monastery

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[Lanzhou

Known for Horseback riding, Natural parks and Temples

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Lanzhou is calling! Discover its horseback riding, parks, temples, and more. 

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[Jiayuguan

Known for Secluded, Deserts and Sightseeing

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Get away to secluded Jiayuguan! Enjoy the desert views, sightseeing, and riverfront. 

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[Tianshui

Known for Temples, Mountains and Natural parks

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Love temples, mountain views, and museums? Get away to Tianshui! 

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