Situated as it is in the center of the province, Lanzhou is the transportation hub of Gansu. Thus it is accessible by extensive road and rail links that radiate in all directions. Its five national highways include Highways 109, 212, 213, 310 and 312. Read More>>

Traversed as Lanzhou is by 110 bus routes, the public bus is the most convenient mode of transportation in the city. Buses usually run from 06:00 to 21:30, and fares range from 1-1.5 RMB depending on the distance traveled. Visitors are advised to avoid the ... Read More>>

Lanzhou was an important station on the Silk Road, an ancient trade route connecting Xi'an, then capital of China, with Central Asia and even Europe. Lanzhou is also the only provincial capital on the Yellow River. Considered by travelers as an ... Read More>>

Those looking for a good time in Lanzhou should head over to Gannan Lu, which is the city's one and only pub street. Most places look like cookie cutter imitations of each other, each offering the same services from nearly identical menus; but some of these ... Read More>>

Vital Statistics (2006) GDP: RMB 63.8 billion GDP per Capita: RMB18,022 Economic Growth Rate: 15.0% Population: 2.04 million (urban) – 1.10 million (rural) FDI: US$69.7 million Annual Average Wage: RMB16,960 Government Effectiveness Rating: 86th 2006 ... Read More>>

Lanzhou is capital of north-central China's Gansu Province. The city is located on the upper reaches of the Yellow River. The city is the geometric center of the Middle Kingdom, and, more importantly, the economic, political and transportation center of the ... Read More>>

Foreigners who wish to rent a car in China must hold a valid Chinese driving license. Those that do not may instead consider a 'car hire', that is, a chauffeur-driven car. See also: A Beginner’s Guide to Renting a Car in China Read More>>

Lanzhou Railway Station is located at the foot of the Gaolan Mountain in the southern downtown area. Many railway lines, including Longhai (Lianyungang-Lanzhou), Lanxin (Lanzhou, Urumqi), Lanqing (Lanzou--Qinghai) and Baolan (Baotou-Lanzhou), traverse the ... Read More>>

While Lanzhou might not have that much to offer in the way of International food or pubs, Lanzhou's snack selection does much to make up for this. Travellers and expatriates enjoy heading out to grab some of the city's many cheap eats, and snack streets are ... Read More>>

Lanzhou covers approximately 13,100 square kilometers in the center of Gansu Province. According to the results of a recent census, it has a diverse population totaling 3.61 million people comprised of 56 different ethnic nationalities including Han, Hui, ... Read More>>

In ancient times, Lanzhou was referred to as "Jingcheng", and was a booming commercial town along the Silk Road. Today, Lanzhou still features an impressive collection of handicrafts and regionally-produced products. Read More>>

Lanzhou fare offers several dishes that cannot be found anywhere else in China. Lanzhou cuisine is heavily influenced by the Hui ethnic minority group, and is characterized as being spicy and salty. Beef and mutton dishes appear more frequently than those ... Read More>>

• GDP: RMB 136 billion (2011) • Per Capita Disposable Income of Urban Residents: RMB 15,953 (2011) • Economic Growth Rate: 15% (2011) • Resident Population: 3.616 million (2011) • Unemployment Rate: 4% (2011) • Enrollment Rate ... Read More>>

Lanzhou is located at 102°30'-104°30' North Latitude, and 35°5' - 38° East Longitude, in the heart of continental China. The city is nestled between mountains to the north and south, with the Yellow River flowing east and west. Lanzhou lies ... Read More>>

The Railway New Village Commercial Area 铁路新村商业区 Located at the Minzhu West Road and Gaolan Road intersection, Railway New Village is Lanzhou’s key commercial District. Check out Minbai Building, Business & Trade World, Jinlun Commerical ... Read More>>

Lanzhou is the transportation hub for Gansu Province, with Lanzhou East Bus Station and Lanzhou West Bus Station being the two largest stations. Between them they operate more than 750 buses traveling to different destinations on a daily basis. The most ... Read More>>

Chinese herbal medicines 中草药 Yeguang (night light) cup 夜光杯 Carved Gourds 葫芦雕刻 Terrines 陶器 Tao ink stone 洮砚 Double-layered Glass Vase 套料花瓶 Sanpaotai 三泡台 Chinese herbal medicines 中草药 The Gansu area, and Lanzhou in particular, offers ... Read More>>

Lanzhou experiences typical semi-arid continental weather with sandstorms in the spring and cold nights in the summer. Visitors coming in the summer time should avoid going outside during a sandstorm. Those that really must go outside should wear protective ... Read More>>

Lanzhou offers the visitor an interesting array of evening activities to choose from. Its bar district is located on the bank of the Yellow River. It has romantic cafes, lively bars and discos, cinemas, theaters and food vendors. Meanwhile, crowds gather ... Read More>>

Baihe (Lily) Tao (Peach) 百合桃 Jincheng Baita 金城白塔 Jincheng Babao (eight treasures) Melon Carving 金城八宝瓜雕 Lanzhou Roasted Pork 烤小猪 Jinyu (golden fish) Facai 金鱼发菜 Baihe (Lily) Tao (Peach) 百合桃 Contrary to the impression one might get from ... Read More>>

Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (ZGC) (Lanzhou Zhongchuan Jichang) Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport is located approximately 75 kilometers north of the downtown area. This international airport serves more than 40 airlines connecting Lanzhou with a range of domestic ... Read More>>

Taxis in Lanzhou start at 7 RMB for the first three kilometers, with every additional kilometer costing 1.4 RMB. Night rates increase to 1.6 RMB per additional kilometer. Lanzhou Benma Taxi Co., Ltd. Add: 66 Jiuzhou Dadao, Chengguan District, Lanzhou Tel: ... Read More>>

Sheepskin Raft Visitors should take the chance to experience a short trip in an ancient sheepskin raft. Visitors should negotiate the price before they board the raft. Read More>>

China Country Code Number: 0086 Lanzhou City Code Number: 0931 Postcode: 730000 Emergency & Most Commonly Used Fire: 119 First Aid: 120 Police Station: 110 Check Telephone Number: 114 Telephone Failure Complaining (free): 112 Weather Report: 12121 Report... Read More>>