Huanghe River Custom Tourist Line is the core scenic spot of Lanzhou, known as “the Bund of Lanzhou”. It is located on both sides of the Yellow River in Lanzhou downtown, with a total length of more than one hundred miles.
With Lanzhou Yellow River Iron Bridge as the axis, the Yellow River Custom Tourist Line is the iconic landmark of Lanzhou. Stroll around the area to admire spectacular views and experience Yellow River cultural activities. Huanghe River Custom Tourist Line is a must-see attraction during your trip to Lanzhou of Gansu.
Fast Facts of Huanghe River Custom Tourist Line
- Location: Binhe Road, Chengguan District, LanzhouCity, Gansu Province, China
- Length: 152kilometers
- Time Needed: Half of the day
- Highlights: Lanzhou Yellow River Iron Bridge, Baita Mountain Park, Yellow River Mother Sculpture
- Best season to visit: Spring and autumn
- Suited to: Nature lovers, culture lovers
What to See at the Huanghe River Custom Tourist Line
Lanzhou Yellow River Iron Bridge
Lanzhou Yellow River Iron Bridge, also known as Zhongshan Bridge, is a landmark bridge of Huanghe River Custom Tourist Line. Its design and construction reflect the architectural style of modern Chinese history. Standing on the bridge, you can overlook the magnificent view of the Yellow River.
Baita Mountain Park
White Pagoda Mountain Park is located in the center of the Huanghe River Custom Tourist Line. The park remains many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, such as the White Pagoda Temple and the Santai Architectural Complex. Also explore a 6,000-square-meter Forest of Steles to see famous calligraphy works from different periods in Gansu.
Yellow River Mother Sculpture
Yellow River Mother Sculpture is a symbol of the Yellow River culture in the Yellow River Custom Tourist Line. The sculpture was created in 1986 to celebrate International Year of Peace. It is composed of a “mother” holding her “infant”, symbolizing the relationship between the Yellow River and the Chinese nation.
Waterwheel Garden
The Waterwheel Garden is a theme park that shows the culture of waterwheel, one of the most local attractions on Huanghe River Custom Tourist Line. In the park, you can observe Lanzhou waterwheels in different forms and learn about the history of the Yellow River.
Best Time to Visit Huanghe River Custom Tourist Line
The best time to visit the Yellow River Custom Tourist Line is spring (March to May) and fall (September to November). In spring, immerse yourself in the vivid scenery on both sides of the Yellow River. In autumn, Lanzhou hosts many Silk Road cultural events, so you can explore Huanghe River Custom Tourist Line during your Silk Road tours.
How to Get to Huanghe River Custom Tourist Line
By Subway
It takes 23 min to reach the Yellow River Custom Tourist Line by Line 1 from Lanzhouxi Railway Station. Or you can take Line 1 from Lanzhou downtown to reach the scenic spot, which takes 27 min.
By Taxi
You can take a taxi from the Lanzhou downtown to reach the Yellow River Custom Tourist Line, which takes 10 min and costs 8.5-15 RMB. Alternatively, take a taxi from Lanzhouxi Railway Station to reach the site, which takes 21 min and costs 15-24 RMB.
Attractions Nearby Huanghe River Custom Tourist Line
Bingling Temple Grottoes: The Bingling Temple Grottoes is a World Heritage Site with 694 stone statues. The sculptures and murals here show the artistic features of different dynasties.
Labrang Monastery: It is one of the six major temples of the Gelugpa School of Tibetan Buddhism. And it remains the best Tibetan Buddhist teaching system in China.
