There are two main areas to visit in Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park:
Qicai Danxia: This is the heart of the park, Qicai Danxia, it is the most developed and visited part which is located 30 km west of the center of Zhangye. Recognized for its colorful rock formations, it has been named by Chinese media as having one of the most beautiful landscapes in China. Ideal for watching the sunset.
Binggou Danxia: 18km from Qicai Danxia, Binggou is located on the north bank of the Liyuan River and covers an area of 300 km², with an altitude varying between 1,500 and 2,500 meters. The beauty of the panorama here is also breathtaking. We advise you to visit it at dawn because the place is ideal to contemplate the sunrise.
If you have more time, don’t miss another geopark in the area that is little known but worth a detour.
Grand Canyon Pinshanhu: Located 1h30 by car north of the city of Zhangye and on the Badain jaran desert road, this canyon is home to magnificent natural landscapes, comparable to the Grand Canyon of Colorado. Entering this rugged and labyrinthine Grand Canyon, you will appreciate an extraordinary spectacle composed of stone forests, steep ravines, and sharp mountain peaks.