Lanzhou is the capital of Gansu Province, located on the upper reaches of the Yellow River. As a vital node on the ancient Silk Road, it served as a crucial junction for cultural and commercial exchanges between East and West.
Lanzhou makes an ideal gateway to explore Northwest China. Highlights include the Gansu Provincial Museum's national treasure 'Bronze Galloping Horse' (also known as the Flying Horse of Gansu); a stroll along the Yellow River Scenic Corridor with optional rides on traditional sheepskin rafts; sunset views from the Zhongshan Bridge (the first bridge over the Yellow River); and the city's signature beef noodles — note that locals call them 'beef noodles' rather than 'lamian.' Baita Mountain Park offers a panoramic view over the city.
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport has flights to major Chinese cities and some international destinations. The city also serves as a transportation hub for reaching western attractions like Dunhuang and Zhangye.
