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Long history of formation
The Danxia landforms in Zhangye were formed approximately 200 million years ago. Accordingly, the Seven-Colored Danxia scenic area is located in the two counties of Linze and Sunan, covering an area of 50 square kilometers.2This is the most typical example of formation in the arid northern region of China, and also the only area that combines Danxia geomorphology with colorful hilly landscapes.
In addition, it has been voted as: one of the "7 most beautiful Danxia geomorphological areas in China", one of the "6 most beautiful and bizarre geomorphological areas in China", one of the "10 geographical wonders of the world", and one of the "22 most memorable destinations in the world"...
The Danxia landforms in Zhangye Geological Park were formed approximately 200 million years ago.
The natural scenery is breathtaking.
The colors of the Danxia landforms primarily come from iron oxide minerals found in red sandstone. Through weathering and oxidation, these minerals create various pigments, making the landscape vibrant. The scenery of Danxia is overflowing with color, overwhelming visitors the moment they arrive. The stunning views of the "rainbow" mountains have long made the Danxia landform a world-renowned tourist destination. No matter what time of day you visit, you will still appreciate the beauty sculpted by nature into a masterpiece.
The Danxia landform is bursting with color, leaving visitors in awe upon arrival.
Among the Danxia geomorphological landscapes, Zhangye Geopark is known for having the largest distribution area, the most diverse geological types, the oldest age, being the latest discovered, the most completely preserved, being closest to the city, having the fewest inhabitants, and possessing the deepest cultural sediments.
The mountains here exude a majestic and magnificent beauty, considered masterpieces of nature.
The area's geological features are primarily characterized by colorful hills and mountains, along with unique landscapes such as the Danxia cliffs, solitary peaks, valleys, horizons, and rocks shifting in the wind. These mountains exude a majestic and magnificent beauty, considered masterpieces of the Danxia geomorphological landscape, and are regarded by experts as a "golden treasure trove of tourism resources" along the Silk Road.
Visitors can learn about the pristine landscapes of the arid northwestern region of China.
It is also likened to a "natural record book of geological history," allowing people today to learn about the geomorphological structure and pristine landscape of the arid northwestern region of China.
The entire geopark is designed with seven viewpoints offering panoramic views of the Danxia geomorphology from above, along with a 2,550-meter-long tour route, allowing visitors to directly experience and capture memorable moments alongside a masterpiece of nature.
It is this rugged landscape that attracts many tourists to explore it.
This place boasts countless majestic and rugged geological wonders, like a picturesque landscape painting.
Boasting countless geological wonders with bizarre, rugged, remote, and magnificent features, Zhangye Geopark, with its Danxia landforms, is as beautiful as a traditional ink painting. Therefore, it has become an attractive tourist destination, drawing numerous visitors to explore. If you have the opportunity, come here to witness these breathtaking natural wonders firsthand!
