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Top 10 attractions in Sunan

Zhangye Colorful Danxia Spot
No. 1 of Night Attractions in Zhangye

Zhangye Colorful Danxia Spot

6
5.0/5
Sunan · 41.4km from downtown
Mati Grottoes Tourism Area
No. 20 of Best Things to Do in Gansu-Qinghai Area

Mati Grottoes Tourism Area

7.3
4.6/5
Sunan · 79.8km from downtown
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From SAR 29.25
Zhangye Alien Valley Scenic Area
No. 8 of Best Things to Do in Zhangye

Zhangye Alien Valley Scenic Area

5.7
4.6/5
Sunan · 30.3km from downtown
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37% offFrom SAR 56.24
Sanshisan Tian Grottoes

Sanshisan Tian Grottoes

5.2
4.8/5
Sunan · 80km from downtown
From SAR 48.93
Binggou Danxia
No. 5 of Global Traveller-Picked Attractions in Zhangye

Binggou Danxia

6.1
4.6/5
Sunan · 30.5km from downtown
From SAR 0.06
Bars Snow Mountain
No. 19 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Gansu

Bars Snow Mountain

5.7
4.2/5
Sunan · 25.3km from downtown
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From SAR 71.98
Qilian Mountains
No. 5 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Zhangye

Qilian Mountains

5.5
4.7/5
Sunan · >100km from downtown
Free attraction
Zhangye Colorful Danxia Scenic Spot
No. 7 of Best Things to Do in Northwestern District of China

Zhangye Colorful Danxia Scenic Spot

8.7
4.7/5
Zhangye · 42km from Sunan
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From SAR 60.74
Zhangye Giant Buddha Temple
No. 10 of Best Things to Do in Gansu

Zhangye Giant Buddha Temple

7.4
4.7/5
Zhangye · 73.5km from Sunan
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From SAR 22.50
Zhuoer Mountain Scenic Area
No. 3 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Qinghai

Zhuoer Mountain Scenic Area

7
4.6/5
Qilian · 92.3km from Sunan

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Trip Moments in Sunan

Zhangye Rainbow Danxia | First-timers, save this stunning guide!

Zhangye Rainbow Danxia | First-timers, save this stunning guide!

“The Rainbow Danxia under the sun is absolutely stunning!”@RoamingExplorer · 1 month ago
No backtracking! Efficient 6-day full itinerary for Qinghai and Gansu

No backtracking! Efficient 6-day full itinerary for Qinghai and Gansu

“🗺️ Trip overview | 6 days 5 nights without detours ✅D1 Xining → Qinghai Lake → Chaka Salt Lake → Delingha Start from Xining and head to Qinghai Lake, China’s largest inland lake, where the blue water meets the sea of grass and flowers.”@eldronia_0720 · 2 months ago
Only after arriving in Zhangye did I realize how silly the clothes I brought were

Only after arriving in Zhangye did I realize how silly the clothes I brought were

“Setting off, I was sure the northwest would be hot, so I packed a full suitcase of short sleeves and skirts.”@BookwormExtraordinaire · 2 months ago
Autumn Escape Plan | The Stunning Beauty of Northwest Poplar Trees

Autumn Escape Plan | The Stunning Beauty of Northwest Poplar Trees

“When the autumn breeze sweeps across the Gobi Desert, the annual spectacle of poplar trees arrives as expected.”@1001HW TRIP · 1 month ago
5-day ultimate guide to exploring Wuwei and surrounding areas—save this quick guide

5-day ultimate guide to exploring Wuwei and surrounding areas—save this quick guide

“Planning a solo 5-day trip along the Hexi Corridor?”@ExploreWithOlivia · 2 months ago
Complete Guide to the Dreamlike Danxia

Complete Guide to the Dreamlike Danxia

“To unlock the visual feast of Zhangye Danxia Landform, this detailed travel guide will help you plan a perfect "Rainbow Journey." 📍 Core Scenic Area Tour Guide The essence of the Danxia Scenic Area lies in its four viewing platforms, which can be visited sequentially by sightseeing bus.”@Ava Hollister · 9 months ago
When everyone goes to the Zhangye Danxia, I secretly went to Alien Valley

When everyone goes to the Zhangye Danxia, I secretly went to Alien Valley

“Just 10 kilometers from Zhangye Danxia, you can enter this "interstellar secret realm" called Alien Valley.”@ARIANNA GRAY · 10 months ago
This small county hidden deep in the Qilian Mountains of Gansu actually has it all: snow-capped mountains, grasslands, Danxia landforms, and grottoes
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This small county hidden deep in the Qilian Mountains of Gansu actually has it all: snow-capped mountains, grasslands, Danxia landforms, and grottoes

“I was truly blown away by Sunan in Gansu!”@Henry Price 901. · 12 days ago

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sunan famous for?

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Sunan is known for its wealth of attractions and things to do. Here are a few highlights: Zhangye Colorful Danxia Spot, Mati Grottoes Tourism Area, and Zhangye Alien Valley Scenic Area.

What are the must-try activities in Sunan?

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Consider One-Day Tour of Zhangye Danxia Rainbow Mountains & Mati Temple (Explore Geological Wonders, Discover Millennia-Old Buddhist Grottoes), Zhangye Mati Temple half-day tour (Buddhist chants hidden in sheer cliffs, a half-day exploration of the millennia-old secret realm beneath the Qilian Mountains), and Zhangye 1-day tour ● Zhangye Colorful Danxia Scenic Spot + Binggou Danxia ● Gansu private charter private tour ● local experienced driver in Sunan. Availability and itineraries change, so check the latest details before booking.