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Ink Wash Danxia Stunning Photography Spot

Lanzhou Ink Wash Danxia is located in Yongdeng County, Lanzhou City, Gansu Province. It is a uniquely characteristic red-layered landform landscape in China, named for its rocks' vivid color contrasts and ravines resembling an ink wash painting. Here is a travel guide: Recommended Attractions 1. Ink Wash Danxia Main Scenic Area: The core views are concentrated at the viewing platform. It is recommended to visit in the morning or evening for the best light and shadow effects. 2. Colorful Danxia: The rock colors are distinctly layered in red, yellow, and gray, ideal for photography. 3. Danxia Canyon: Walk through the canyon to admire the strange rocks and wind-eroded landforms. 4. Danxia Sunset: The light is soft at sunset, making the rock colors more brilliant. Tour Route It is recommended to enter from the main scenic area entrance, visit the viewing platform first, then walk to the Colorful Danxia area, and finally reach Danxia Canyon. The entire walk takes about 3-4 hours. Tickets and Transportation Tickets cost about 80 RMB per person. The scenic area is open from 8:00 to 18:00. You can take a tourist shuttle bus or drive from Lanzhou city center, with a travel time of about 1.5 hours. Food Recommendations 1. Lanzhou Beef Noodles: Clear soup with tender meat and chewy noodles, a local specialty. 2. Hand-Pulled Lamb: Fresh and tender without a strong smell, best paired with garlic paste and pepper salt. 3. Niangpi (Cold Skin Noodles): Smooth and refreshing with a sour and spicy taste. 4. Sweet Fermented Barley Drink: A sweet drink made from fermented highland barley, cool and thirst-quenching. Notes 1. There is a lot of walking in the scenic area, so comfortable sports shoes are recommended. 2. The sun is strong in summer, so take sun protection measures. 3. Carry drinking water with you as there are few supply points in the scenic area. Lanzhou Ink Wash Danxia is suitable for visitors who love natural scenery and photography. It is recommended to allocate half a day to a full day for the visit.
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Posted: Nov 7, 2025
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