Silk Road IP, Opportunities in China | Zhangye's Rainbow Mountains: Showcasing Silk Road Splendor to the World

On June 27, a delegation of International Experience Ambassadors participating in the "Silk Road IP, Opportunities in China" International Online Communication Campaign visited the Zhangye Danxia UNESCO Global Geopark, a site renowned as one of the "Top 10 Geographical Wonders of the World." They wandered through the colorful hills, marvelling at the scenery and capturing the stunning landscapes on their phones.

Colorful Danxia Landform

Photo by Chai Zhijie

Zhangye Danxia is China's only scenic area where Danxia landforms and colorful hills intersect. Rich in iron, manganese, and other oxides, the rock layers display a vivid interplay of red, orange, yellow, and brown, creating a vast and majestic landscape.

International Experience Ambassador Jim from Pakistan introduces the colorful Danxia landscapes to his followers 

Photo by Chai Zhijie

Upon arriving at the Colorful Aohe Terrace, the group was greeted by vibrant ribbons of earth winding across the terrain. Everyone was spellbound by the scene, marveling at the "masterful craftsmanship" of nature.

International Experience Ambassadors pose for a group photo 

Photo by Chai Zhijie

Nestled at the northern foot of the Qilian Mountains, these colorful hills are a geological treasure millions of years in the making. They serve as a premier showcase for the Hexi Corridor's cultural and tourism appeal. By preserving this natural heritage, the region continues to tell the story of the Silk Road while welcoming visitors from all over the world. (Text by Dai Manchun)