Lanzhou, Gansu - The City of the Yellow River

Lanzhou, a city through which the Yellow River flows, has a long history and profound cultural heritage. The surging momentum of the Yellow River endows Lanzhou with a bold and unrestrained temperament, and the scenery along the river is breathtakingly beautiful. Lanzhou has a plethora of delicious foods, among which the steaming beef noodles are renowned far and wide. The night scene in Lanzhou is brilliantly lit, filled with the atmosphere of life. It is an important hub connecting the east and the west, witnessing the hustle and bustle of people coming and going. Lanzhou Hand-pulled Noodles Lanzhou hand-pulled noodles are known for their unique production techniques and flavors. The hand-pulled noodles are evenly thick and chewy, smooth and resilient. Paired with a delicious beef broth and garnished with green onions, coriander, and other seasonings, the aroma is overwhelming. Lanzhou hand-pulled noodles are famous for 'one clear (clear soup), two white (white radish), three red (red chili oil), four green (green coriander and garlic sprouts), and five yellow (bright yellow noodles)'. The selection of ingredients is meticulous, the craftsmanship is exquisite, and the process is complex, featuring deliciousness, affordability, nutrition, and convenience. It is not only a delicacy but also a symbol of Lanzhou's food culture. Gansu Museum - Flying Horse of Gansu The basic exhibitions of the Gansu Provincial Museum include 'Gansu Silk Road Civilization Exhibition', 'Red Gansu - Towards 1949 Exhibition', 'Gansu Paleontological Fossils Exhibition', 'Gansu Painted Pottery Exhibition', 'Solemn and Wonderful Images - Gansu Buddhist Art Exhibition', etc. Among them, the 'Gansu Silk Road Civilization Exhibition' is its core exhibition, comprehensively showcasing Gansu's important position and cultural contributions on the ancient Silk Road. The museum's collection is very rich, covering categories such as paleontological fossils, pottery, bronzes, porcelain, jade, wood carvings, silk fabrics, paintings, wooden slips, goldware, natural specimens, etc., gathering a large number of cultural treasures from Gansu from ancient times to the modern era. Among them, there are 16 national treasure-level cultural relics, including the bronze galloping horse, courier figure mural bricks, human head-shaped pottery vase, tripod-shaped bronze lamp, and tri-colored phoenix-headed pot. The bronze galloping horse, unearthed from the Leitai Tomb of the Han Dynasty in Wuwei City, Gansu Province, is the treasure of the Gansu Provincial Museum, also known as the Flying Horse of Gansu, Horse Stepping on a Flying Swallow, and Horse Surpassing a Sparrow. The bronze galloping horse is 34.5 cm high, 45 cm long, 13.1 cm wide, and weighs 7.15 kg. The bronze horse is depicted with three hooves in the air, its head raised and neighing, with one hoof stepping on a flying bird, representing the speed of the galloping horse, with a momentum that carries the wind and rain. The bronze galloping horse is considered a symbol of friendly exchanges between the East and the West, and in 1983, it was designated as the symbol of Chinese tourism by the National Tourism Administration. Mother of the Yellow River Statue The Mother of the Yellow River statue is located on the south bank of the Yellow River in Lanzhou, created by He E. It is a landmark sculpture of Lanzhou city. The sculpture consists of 'mother' and 'baby boy', with the mother lying on her side watching over the child, with a graceful demeanor. It represents the image of the Mother of the Yellow River and the historical and cultural significance of Gansu. Zhongshan Bridge Zhongshan Bridge in Lanzhou spans the Yellow River. It was built in the 33rd year of the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty and is one of Lanzhou's landmark buildings. The bridge's steel structure is sturdy and simple, having withstood the test of time, witnessing the changes and development of Lanzhou. Yellow River Waterwheel Expo Park The Lanzhou Waterwheel Expo Park is located on the east side of the South Binhe Road in Lanzhou, by the bank of the Yellow River. It is a theme park showcasing the culture of waterwheels. Lanzhou University Lanzhou University is a well-known institution of higher learning with a long history and profound heritage, located in Lanzhou.