# Qilian Mountain Binggou River Scenic Area (祁连山冰沟河景区)

Wuwei, Gansu Province · Northwest, China · Guidebook rating: 3/5
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## Key facts

- **Admission:** ¥120
- **Opening hours:** 8：00—18：30
- **Time needed:** 2–4 hours
- **Getting there:** A tourist shuttle line to Binggou River departs from Nanguan Crossroads (南关什字) bus stop. The full journey takes about 1 hour 42 minutes, with a fare of ¥25.
- **Good for:** Nature

## About Qilian Mountain Binggou River Scenic Area

The Binggou River is a unique geographical wonder of the Qilian Mountains, a magnificent river formed as glacial meltwater gathers together. Immerse yourself in nature amid primeval forests, alpine meadows, plump and adorable marmots, and goats and cows grazing at leisure in poetic, picturesque scenery.

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 733. Prices, hours and transport details are as printed in the August 2024 edition and may have changed. Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
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