The Danxia landform of Zhangye National Geopark is one of the most striking geological landscapes in Gansu, China. Located near the northern slopes of the Qilian Mountains, the park is famous for its colorful hills, layered sandstone formations, and dramatic erosion-shaped terrain.
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| Danxia landform, Zhangye National Geopark, Gansu, China |
The landscape developed through tectonic movement, weathering, water erosion, and wind erosion acting on ancient sedimentary rocks. The result is a spectacular combination of red, orange, yellow, and other colored rock layers across the arid landscape. Zhangye Geopark is recognized as a UNESCO Global Geopark for its important geological heritage.
Quick Facts
- Location: Zhangye, Gansu, China
- Landscape: Danxia landform and colorful hills
- Geology: Sedimentary rocks shaped by uplift and erosion
- Region: Northern Qilian Mountains and Hexi Corridor
- Geopark: Zhangye UNESCO Global Geopark
- Highlights: Multicolored ridges, cliffs, valleys, and unusual rock formations