Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park

Pretty and very colourful mountains in China

The Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park in China is famous for it colourful mountains. The colours almost seem unnatural, but it’s not been Photoshopped.

These magical, unique rainbow mountains were added the World Heritage List in 2010. And for good reason, see for yourself.

Slowly this natural wonder is getting known in the world. On social media you can see colourful pictures of the mountains in Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park.

Visiting Zhangye National Geopark

Zhangye National Geopark in China.

A road has been built through the Zhangye National Geopark, as it is also called. You can also walk here on a wooden footpath. So that you can discover the area well.

UNESCO World Heritage List

These wonderful, unique rainbow mountains were added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2010. To protect the unique landscape. It's right, have a look.

The beauty of Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park.

Visiting Zhangye National Geopark

It is located in the eastern hills of the Qilian Shan Mountains, which are in Gansu Province. You can easily travel to the mountains by public transport. Although it takes a lot of time.

You can also visit this place with a car and driver. The price is not too bad, while you have a lot of freedom. Agree the price in advance and only pay afterwards.

Keep in mind that this is a popular excursion for the Chinese. And that it can get busy here. It is best to be here early in the morning. Sunshine accentuates the colours.

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