▲ Shuimo Danxia Located in Yongdeng County, Lanzhou, it is a relatively close Danxia landform group to the urban area. Dominated by the Hongshanwan landform, it features staggered cliffs, isolated peaks, and secluded valleys with layered colors and delicate textures, resembling a natural ink painting. Visitors can ascend the viewing platform to overlook the magnificent landscape and appreciate the beauty of natural geology.
▲ Lanzhou museum Located in the cultural hub of Chengguan, it blends ancient architectural elegance with modern exhibition design. The museum boasts a rich collection, showcasing exquisite prehistoric painted pottery, Silk Road relics, masterpieces of calligraphy and painting, as well as regional historical treasures. Strolling through, you can admire the flowing patterns of Majiayao painted pottery, appreciate the craftsmanship of ancient artifacts, follow the cultural heritage of the Yellow River, understand the millennia-old history of the golden city, and encounter the profound cultural charm of the Longyuan region.
▲ Dunhuang Art Museum (Lanzhou) Located along the Yellow River scenery line in Lanzhou, it creates a cave culture exhibition space with professional institutional resources. The museum mainly features replicated caves, high-definition mural images and digital displays, restoring the artistic style of the Silk Road and presenting traditional painting and painted sculpture craftsmanship. Visitors can experience Dunhuang's cultural heritage and cave aesthetics up close without leaving the city.
▲ Waterwheel expo park A waterwheel culture theme park built along the Yellow River. The park features over a dozen giant waterwheels that rotate with the water flow to irrigate fields, recreating ancient farming scenes. With a waterwheel square and cultural square, visitors can learn about the history and craftsmanship of waterwheels while experiencing the traditional wisdom along the Yellow River.
▲ The Mother River statue Located on Binhe Road on the south bank of the Yellow River, it is a landmark sculpture in Lanzhou. Composed of a "mother" and a "baby boy," it symbolizes the Yellow River nurturing Chinese civilization. Made of granite with a gentle design, the base features wave and fish patterns inspired by painted pottery culture, showcasing the profound heritage of the Yellow River and the Longyuan region.
▲ Zhongshan Bridge Built in 1907 and completed in 1909, it was one of the earliest modern iron bridges over the Yellow River. Originally named the Yellow River Iron Bridge, it was later renamed in honor of Dr. Sun Yat-sen. With its century-old steel structure, four piers and five arches, the bridge holds both historical and aesthetic value. Now serving as a pedestrian bridge, visitors can stroll across while enjoying views of both banks of the Yellow River.