Now there is another great place in Lanzhou to experience the charm of Dunhuang culture up close. The Dunhuang Art Museum is located in downtown Lanzhou and offers a multi-sensory cultural feast. (This exhibition is a public welfare regular exhibition by the Dunhuang Academy and is open to the public for free.) The mysterious ancient Dunhuang cave art has been brought into this approximately 1300 square meter art exhibition hall. Breaking the limitations of time and space, combined with advanced multimedia technology, it takes you through a thousand years into the Mogao Caves of Dunhuang.
Founded in 1981, the 'Reader' magazine has been a companion for our growth through words, a memory of growth for generations. For many Chinese people, this is a magazine that accompanied their growth and is filled with thoughts. This group company, which has influenced Chinese cultural reading materials for over 30 years, is right next to the Dunhuang Research Academy. If you have time, you can also take a stroll there.
Lanzhou Yellow River Scenic Line
The scenic spots along the green corridor of Binhe Road in Lanzhou city include Zhongshan Bridge, the Yellow River Mother Sculpture, and the Waterwheel Garden. Centered on Zhongshan Bridge along the central axis, the scenic area along both banks of the Yellow River is picturesque, nestled between mountains and water. It is referred to as the 'Lanzhou Bund' by visitors from all over. Near Zhongshan Bridge, there are also activities like sheepskin raft drifting and yacht rides. Drifting on the ancient Yellow River on a sheepskin raft is an exhilarating experience; it looks dangerous but is actually very stable.
There is a magnificent and imposing Arab-Islamic style building—the Xiguan Mosque, which stands with great dignity in the urban area of Lanzhou. It was initially built on Xiguan Street in Lanzhou, now known as the western end of Linxia Road in Lanzhou. The Xiguan Mosque in Lanzhou was constructed by Muslim merchants and is colloquially known as the 'Guest Mosque.' It was initially built on Xiguan Street in Lanzhou and is now located at the western end of Linxia Road in Lanzhou, hence the name. Friends who appreciate architectural design should pay special attention to its dome.
Dazhong Alley
This place is home to many renowned old brands in Lanzhou, such as Mazilu Beef Noodles, Xiangmanlou, Junjie Lamb Soup, and more.
