Lanzhou — Travel Guide
Lanzhou is the capital and largest city of Gansu Province in Northwest China. The prefecture-level city, located on the banks of the Yellow River, is a key regional transportation hub, connecting areas further west by rail to the eastern half of the country. Labrang Monastery to the south and Dunhuang Mogao Caves to the north. With mountains to the south and north of the city and the Yellow River flowing from the east to the west, Lanzhou is a beautiful modern city with both the grand beauty of northern cities and the prettiness of southern cities. The city downtown comprises five districts: Chengguan, Qilihe, Xigu, Honggu and Anning. Among them, Chengguan District, situated in the eastern part of the city, is the center of politics, economy, culture and transportation. Anning District, in the northwestern part, is the economic development zone as well as the area where most colleges are located.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport is located about 70 kilometers from the downtown area.
Lanzhou has a good selection of handicrafts and local specialties from all parts of Gansu Province. You can go to the Center Square, the commercial center in Tielu Xincun and the commercial center in Nanguan-Xiguan, There are a large amount of shopping malls in Lanhzou, such as Xitaihua Building, Yiwu Shopping City, Xiaoyihu Wholesale Market, Beijing Hualian Mall, Yaou Commercial Building, etc.You will find something that interest you in these shopping centers, from the traditional specialtie
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