Wuwei Desert Park
武威沙漠公园
A desert park on the southern edge of the Tengger Desert, with camel rides, sand sliding and desert off-roading. You can experience desert scenery close to the city.
Wuwei Desert Park is about 20 km northeast of Liangzhou District, on the southern edge of the Tengger Desert. Built in the 1980s, it is considered one of the earliest desert parks in China. The park has shelterbelts, water features and rolling dunes. Activities include camel riding, sand sliding, desert go-karts and off-road vehicles, and in the evening you can watch the desert sunset. The Shenzhou Desert Wildlife Park is nearby and can be visited on the same day. Admission and activity prices follow the scenic area's announcements. In summer, take care with sun protection and staying hydrated.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Shenzhou Desert Wildlife Park
- Baita Temple (Liangzhou Meeting Site)
- Wuwei Confucian Temple & Western Xia Museum
- Dayun Temple & Bell Tower
- Wuwei South Gate Tower
- Kumarajiva Temple
- Leitai Han Tomb
- Wuwei Museum