A Guide to Zhangye's Rainbow Mountains, God's Palette

A Guide to Zhangye's Rainbow Mountains, God's Palette🎨⛰️🍁Location🍁 The Rainbow Mountains scenic area is located at the junction of Zhangye City and Sunan County in Gansu Province, 40 km east of Zhangye City and 20 km north of Linze County. The scenic area covers a total area of 50 square kilometers and is a unique area in China where Danxia landforms and colorful hills are highly concentrated. 🎫Tickets🎫 🚙Regular ticket: 54r/person (valid for two days) 🚌Sightseeing bus: 38r/person (required transportation; tickets must be repurchased for the second day). 💁Discounts are available for children, seniors, students, and military personnel. (Group discounts can be found on the official website.) 🚌In-depth chartered tour: 368r/person (minimum three people) The in-depth tour includes a guide and access to three viewing platforms: Wohuxia, Aoheta, and Tulin Gu. ✅Tour Route: The Rainbow Mountains have three entrances. Generally, you exit through the same entrance you enter. The north and west entrances have parking lots and visitor centers. The east entrance is reportedly for guests staying at the scenic area's hotel. North Entrance: Colorful Fairy Fate Terrace➡Colorful Cloud Sea Terrace➡Colorful Brocade Terrace➡Colorful Rainbow Terrace West Entrance: Colorful Cloud Sea Terrace➡Colorful Brocade Terrace➡Colorful Rainbow Terrace➡Colorful Fairy Fate Terrace East Entrance: Colorful Fairy Fate Terrace➡Colorful Cloud Sea Terrace➡Colorful Brocade Terrace➡Colorful Rainbow Terrace 📷Photo Spots 🏮Fairy Fate Terrace: Walk to the highest point, then down one step, and take photos with the colorful hills as the backdrop. ☁️Cloud Sea Terrace: Sit on the railing of the viewing platform and take photos of the famous S-curve with people in the foreground; walk to a high place and take aerial photos of the highway. 🌈Rainbow Terrace: Lean against the railing and take stunning photos with the gorgeous sunset and colorful Danxia landforms as the backdrop. 💡 Tips💡 1. Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are essential, as the UV rays are strong!🌞 2. Bring plenty of water and snacks, as dining options within the scenic area are limited and not very wallet-friendly.🥤 3. The lighting is best in the morning or at dusk, which is the best time for taking photos!📷 4. If you want to see the sunset, remember to check the sunset time for that day in advance. Platform 4 at Rainbow Terrace offers the best view. 5. The colors of the Danxia landforms become more vibrant after rain. If possible, visit one day after it rains for a better experience!