Where two rivers turn gold in a realm of wonder
Shifting waters meet at the striking confluence in Gansu, revealing ancient stories, quiet beauty, and fleeting moments of awe, Deng Zhangyu and Ma Jingna report.
By Deng Zhangyu and Ma Jingna |
China Daily |
Updated: 2025-11-27 07:40
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Yet, the Yellow River's wonders extend far beyond Linxia's confluence and grottoes. As the river continues eastward, it slices through the arid landscapes of Baiyin, a city about 200 kilometers away, where another geological masterpiece awaits — the Yellow River Stone Forest, a national geological park.
Here, the landscape shifts from Linxia's water-sculpted limestone to vast, wind-carved pillars rising from the desert. It's surrounded by rolling hills, desert stretches and the constant presence of the Yellow River's winding ribbon.
