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The "Colorful Flowing Sand" Gobi Wonder Loved by the Central Bank | Yanzhi Mountain

| Yanzhi Mountain. 📸 • Check-in Spot 1: Heidu Mountain Main Peak The continuous black yardang formations look like an ink painting. Stand on the ridge to capture the "solitude of heaven and earth," and easily take stunning photos! Accompanied by 🖼️ • Check-in Spot 2: Wind Turbine Tower Road White wind turbines + black mountain body + road, a perfect "apocalyptic movie" scene! Accompanied by 🎬 • Hiking Route: Parking lot → First hillock (10 minutes) → Deep into the no-man's land to see rock textures (stay safe! Accompanied by 👣) Or take the shuttle bus from Yanzhi Mountain Scenic Area, with three viewing platforms overlooking the panorama, friendly for the lazy~ Accompanied by 🚍 🍜 Nearby Supplies • Food: In Lenghu Town, try donkey meat yellow noodles and mutton noodle soup! So delicious you'll stomp your feet~ Accompanied by 🍜 There are simple meals inside the scenic area, but it’s recommended to bring snacks to recharge anytime~ Accompanied by 🥤 • Accommodation: Stay in Lenghu Town at places like "Light Year Hotel," book early during peak season! Look up at the starry sky at night~ Accompanied by 🌌 ⏰ Best Time to Visit (Grand Finale!) • Season: Best from April to October 🌼 Especially April to June / September to October, with mild climate and less sand, perfect for photos without sunburn~ Accompanied by 🌸 • Daily Time Slots: 9-11 AM: Soft light, clear mountain contours (great for portraits! Accompanied by 🌞) 4-6 PM: Sunset slanting light, black yardangs turn golden, with a built-in "movie filter"~ Accompanied by 🌇 (Avoid strong noon light! Otherwise, photos will be overexposed to tears~ Accompanied by 😭)
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Posted: Jun 7, 2025
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