Tianshui, a city in the southeast of Gansu Province, has not only rich history and culture, but also beautiful natural scenery. It is the location of Maijishan Grottoes, one of the four grottoes in China, and also the location of Fuxi Temple, which has a strong cultural heritage and unique artistic charm. Here is an updated Tianshui travel guide to help you better plan your trip.

Optimum travel time

Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons of Tianshui climate, which the temperature is cool and suitable for the best travel time. In addition, if the lunar calendar comes in the middle of May, it could also catch up with Tianshui's unique Fuxi Cultural Festival.

Must-see

Maijishan Grottoes

As one of the four major grottoes in China, Maijishan Grottoes is known as the "Oriental Sculpture Museum". There are a large number of exquisite clay art works preserved here, which is the wonderful art on the ancient Silk Road.

Fuxi Temple

Fuxi Temple is the birthplace of Fuxi, the ancestor of humanity, and also the most complete temple of worship in Ming Dynasty in China. Every year on the 16th of the first lunar month, a grand sacrificial activity will be holding here.

Gangu Big elephant Mountain

Gangu Big elephant Mountain is an important cultural relic integrating grottoes and ancient buildings along the ancient Silk Road in southeast Gansu Province. The grottoes and ancient buildings on the mountain are worth visiting.

Nanguo Temple

Nanguo Temple is a temple with a long history and beautiful environment in Tianshui city. It is the place where Du Fu, a great Chinese poet of Tang Dynasty, once lived in Qinzhou.

Tour route recommendation

Three-day tour

Day 1: Visit Maijishan Grottoes, Yuquan Temple, Fuxi Temple, Xianren Cliff, Nanguo Temple

Day 2: Visit Li Guang Tomb, Maiji Mountain Grottoes, Xianren Cliff, Nanzhai, Fuxi Temple, Tianshui City Museum, Yuquan Temple, Nanguo Temple

Day 3: Tianshui Station, Tianshui Dongan Express Hotel, Fuxi Temple, Tianshui City Museum, Yuquan Temple, Tianjia Business Hotel .

Two day tour

Day 1: Visit the famous tourist areas of Tianshui, including grotto art and culture, ancient architecture and ancient cultural sites

Day 2: Visit Maijishan Grottoes, Xianren Cliff, Fuxi Temple, Tianshui City Museum.

Special delicacies

Tianshui area is rich in delicacies. Try the local special snacks, such as pulp water, quack, Tianshui fried noodles, etc.

Accommodation recommendation

Tianshui area has a number of star-rated hotels and convenient hotel services, you could choose the right place to stay according to your demands.

Conclusion

Tianshui is a city full of historical charm and natural beauty, whether you are a culture lover or a nature explorer, you could find your own fun here. I hope the travel guide will help you plan a perfect trip.