Lanzhou Travel guide

The topography is formed by three parts. They are valleys, basins, hilly land and Huangtumao ditch and gully area. The Yellow River is flowing through the whole city. Most parts of the area are semi-dry climate in the temperate zone. It has an average annual temperature of 8,9 degree Celsius, and an average annual precipitation of 331mm. Lanzhou abounds in coal. And also, there is gold, silver, zinc, nickel, manganese, clay and dolomite, etc. The resource of waterpower is abundant too. Amongst its major industries, especially the oil refinery, chemical, machinery and metallurgical industry, are in the first place in China. In agriculture, there is spring wheat, vegetables, beans, oil boiling, melon, tobacco, drug and so on. Lanzhou is the important output place of roses and lilies Lanzhou. The reserve of rose-oil is in the first place. It can be about 80% of Chinese output. Lanzhou's fruits are famous too.

The traditional specialties are melon seed, peach, watermelon, pears, roses and lilies.

In Lanzhou, the railway and highway are very convenient. The airplane here can take you to more than 20 cities all over the country.

Lanzhou's climate is cool. And there are so many places of interest. Wuquan Mountain, Baita Mountain and Xinglong Mountain are the most famous summer resort places in China. Lutusi ancient government is the most complete ancient palace building that has survived through China's long history.

It is a bustling city with a modern downtown area, with western boutiques and fast food outlets, as well as more traditional markets and temples. The Yellow River flows through Lanzhou and boat trips are available. The Bingling Si Buddhist caves are a short taxi ride from the city.