Yanzhi Mountain
焉支山
Green pine-covered ridges in the Hexi Corridor and the ancient battlefield of the Xiongnu lament “We have lost Yanzhi Mountain”. Forest trails lead to hilltop viewpoints.
Yanzhi Mountain, also called Rouge Mountain, lies southeast of Shandan County at the narrow “waist” of the Hexi Corridor. In the time of Emperor Wu of the Han, Huo Qubing defeated the Xiongnu here, leaving behind the Xiongnu lament: “We have lost Yanzhi Mountain, and our women have no colour in their faces.” Today it is a national forest park, where spruce forests, streams and meadows alternate. It has Zhongshan Temple, viewing platforms and hiking trails. The mountain lies about 110 km from Zhangye city and 40 km from Shandan county seat, so it can be combined with Shandan Horse Ranch on the same day. Mountain weather changes quickly, and in summer, afternoon showers are common.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Xiakou Ancient Fort & Han-Ming Great Wall
- Shandan Horse Ranch
- Biandukou Pass
- Mati Temple (Matisi Grottoes)
- Pingshanhu Grand Canyon
- Ganzhou Market (Night Food Market)
- Zhangye Shanxi Guild Hall
- Zhangye Giant Buddha Temple