Pingliang City Tourist Guide

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Dear little red potatoes～Today I want to recommend a highly underrated travel destination—Pingliang, Gansu! Here, not only are there fewer crowds and beautiful scenery, but also many surprises waiting for you to discover!🏯🌿

======🚶‍♂️Must-Visit Attractions======

1️⃣ Kongtong Mountain · Taoist Holy Land
📍Address: Kongtong Town, Kongtong District, Pingliang City
⏰Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00
💰Ticket: 50 RMB/person
✨Highlights:
- One of the Five Great Taoist Mountains in China
- Known as the "Number One Taoist Mountain"
🚡Tips:
Recommended to take the cable car up the mountain (60 RMB/person) and hike down—save energy and don’t miss the beautiful views! Wear comfortable shoes👟
Best photo spot: Yuhuang Peak to watch the sea of clouds☁️—it’s truly a fairyland!

2️⃣ Maijishan Grottoes · World Cultural Heritage
📍Address: Maiji District, Tianshui City (1.5-hour drive from Pingliang)
⏰Opening Hours: 8:30-17:30
💰Ticket: 80 RMB/person
✨Highlights:
- As famous as the Dunhuang Mogao Caves
- 194 existing grottoes with over 10,000 statues
📸Photo tips:
Remember to bring a mirrorless or DSLR camera to capture the details! The Buddha statues are truly stunning! Best lighting before 10 AM🌞

======🍜Foodie Must-Try======

"Pingliang’s Three Delicacies" must be tried!
1️⃣ Hand-Pulled Lamb 🐏
Recommended restaurant: Pingliang Lamb Restaurant (about 60 RMB per person)
Must order: White-cut lamb ribs + garlic vinegar sauce! Perfect match!
2️⃣ Liangfen (Cold Jelly Noodles) 🥢
Recommended restaurant: Liangfen Home (about 15 RMB per person)
Secret spicy oil is super fragrant! A summer essential～
3️⃣ Saozi Noodles 🍜
Only 10 RMB to eat until full! Noodle lovers, go for it!

======🏠Accommodation Guide======

Recommended area: Kongtong District central business area
1️⃣ Pingliang Hotel (400+ RMB/night)
Established four-star hotel, very convenient location
2️⃣ Home Inn Select (200+ RMB/night)
Great value for money, clean and comfortable

======🔎Practical Information======

🚗Transportation:
- High-speed train: Xi’an → Pingliang 3 hours
- Flights: Direct flights from multiple cities

Best seasons: April to June / September to October
📝Essentials:
Jacket (for big temperature differences morning and night), comfortable shoes, sunscreen, some cash

======💌Warm Tips======

It is recommended to spend 3 days and 2 nights in Pingliang
Suggested itinerary:
Day 1: Kongtong Mountain → City food tour
Day 2: Maijishan Grottoes → Longquan Temple
Day 3: Free activities → Return trip

🙋‍♀️Interaction time:
Which Pingliang attraction are you most looking forward to?
Any locals here to recommend more hidden gems?👇