2-Day Wuwei Wonder: Temples & Grottos Tour

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by Penelope

May 8, 2024 · 2 min read

Wuwei 2 Days Itinerary

Embark on a 2-day journey through the cultural heart of Wuwei, where history and tranquility blend seamlessly. Begin your adventure at the Tianti Mountain Grottos, marveling at the ancient grotto art set against a backdrop of natural beauty. Spend an hour immersed in the spiritual ambiance before heading to the Baita Temple, a serene sanctuary that promises peace and historical enlightenment. After another hour, dive into the rich tapestry of Wuwei's past at the Wuwei Municipal Museum, where each exhibit tells a story of the city's heritage. Conclude your first day at the Wuwei Museum, a treasure trove of local history and culture. Day two starts with the divine serenity of Haicang Temple, a place to reflect and rejuvenate for an hour. Next, delve deeper into the region's history at the Wuweishileitaihanwenhua Museum for two insightful hours. As the afternoon unfolds, stroll through Nanchengmen Square, the city's heartbeat, before ending your day amidst the unique landscapes of Wuwei Desert Park. This itinerary promises a blend of spiritual, historical, and natural wonders, making your 2 days in Wuwei an unforgettable experience.

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2 Days in Wuwei Itinerary: Day 1

1

Tianti Mountain Grottos

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Begin your Wuwei adventure with a spiritual ascent to the Tianti Mountain Grottos. Nestled in Dengshan Village, these ancient grottos offer a serene escape, where the whispers of history echo through the carved stone chambers. Spend an hour immersed in the tranquility and marvel at the intricate artwork that has withstood the test of time.

Attraction Info

  • Dengshan Village, Middle Road Township, Liangzhou District, Wuwei City
  • Suggested tour duration: 1 hour
  • Open from 9:00am-5:30pm
49 min,38.18 km
2

Baita Temple

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Continue your journey through time at the Baita Temple, a sanctuary of peace and history. Located amidst the ruins in Baita Village, this temple stands as a testament to Wuwei's spiritual heritage. Dedicate an hour to explore the temple grounds, where each stone and scripture tells a story of faith and tradition.

Attraction Info

  • Ruins of Baita Temple, Baita Village, Wunan Town, Liangzhou District, Wuwei City
  • Suggested tour duration: 1 hour
  • Open from 9:00am-5:00pm
35 min,24.85 km
3

Wuwei Municipal Museum

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Delve deeper into the cultural tapestry of Wuwei with a visit to the Wuwei Municipal Museum. Situated on Chongwen Street, this museum is a treasure trove of local history and art. Allocate an hour to wander through the exhibits, each offering a unique glimpse into the region's rich past and vibrant cultural evolution.

Attraction Info

  • No.172 Chongwen Street, Liangzhou District, Wuwei City
  • Suggested tour duration: 1 hour
  • Closed on Mon;Open on Tue-Sun,8:00am-6:00pm

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Wuweishi Museum

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Conclude your day of discovery at the Wuweishi Museum. As you step through its doors, you'll be transported into a realm where the legacy of Wuwei comes to life. Spend your final hour of the day soaking in the knowledge and stories that have shaped this enchanting city, leaving you with a profound appreciation for its enduring spirit.

Attraction Info

  • 武威市涼州區宣武街姑臧路25號
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-3 hour
  • Closed on Mon;Open on Tue-Sun,9:00am-5:00pm;Open from 9:00am-5:00pm during Spring Festival,Ching Ming Festival

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2 Days in Wuwei Itinerary: Day 2

1

Haicang Temple

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Begin your second day in Wuwei with a serene visit to the Haicang Temple, a tranquil sanctuary nestled in the heart of Liangzhou. As the morning light casts a gentle glow on its ancient architecture, spend an hour exploring the spiritual heritage and peaceful ambiance of this revered site. The temple's history whispers through its halls, offering a reflective start to your day's journey.

Attraction Info

  • Liangzhou, Wuwei, Gansu, China
  • Suggested tour duration: 1 hour

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Wuweishileitaihanwenhua Museum

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Next, delve into the heart of Wuwei's history at the Wuweishileitaihanwenhua Museum. Allocate two hours to wander through time, as the museum showcases a tapestry of Han Dynasty artifacts and cultural treasures. The exhibits here are not just displays; they are storytellers, narrating the rich tapestry of Wuwei's past. Engage with the ancient stories and marvel at the intricate relics that have been meticulously preserved.

Attraction Info

  • Liangzhou, Wuwei, Gansu, China
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
  • Open from 8:30am-6:00pm

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Nanchengmen Square

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As the afternoon unfolds, make your way to the bustling Nanchengmen Square. Immerse yourself in the local life for an hour, as the square is a vibrant hub of activity and community spirit. The open space invites you to observe the daily rhythms of Wuwei's residents, participate in cultural events, or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll amidst the urban landscape.

Attraction Info

  • Liangzhou, Wuwei, Gansu, China
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4

Wuwei Desert Park

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Conclude your Wuwei adventure with a visit to the Wuwei Desert Park, a unique theme park that merges the thrill of desert exploration with recreational fun. Spend two hours here as the sun begins to dip, experiencing the vastness of the landscape and the innovative attractions that make this park a memorable finale to your trip. The park's blend of natural beauty and entertainment offers a perfect end to your two-day exploration of Wuwei's charms.

Attraction Info

  • Wangzhuang Village, Qingyuan Town, Liangzhou District, Wuwei City
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
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Top Things to Do in Wuwei-2024

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Tianti Mountain Grottos
Tianti Mountain Grottos
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Highlights:
The Tianti Mountain Grottoes, also known as Dafo Temple, are located in Dengshan Village, Zhonglu Township, Liangzhou District, Wuwei City. They were created in Northern Liang during the Sixteen Kingdoms Period of the Eastern Jin Dynasty and are about 1600 years old. The summit of the mountain is precipitous and shrouded in clouds and mist. Stone steps have been laid on the mountain, which, due to the steepness of the terrain, look like a hanging ladder, hence the mountain's Chinese name 'Tianti', meaning 'Ladder to heaven'. Due to the soft geological structure of the Tiantishan Grottoes, the caves have all suffered different degrees of damage, with only three levels of grottoes remaining, along with around ten caves. There are large murals on the north and south walls of the cave with vivid and lifelike depiction of such as a dragon flying in the clouds, trees and flowers, and a Bodhi Tree.
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Qilian Mountain Binggou River Tourist Scenic Area
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Confucian Temple Changchun
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Highlights:
Wuwei Confucian Temple is located in the southeast of Wuwei City and is also the location of Wuwei City Museum. This Confucian Temple was built in the Ming Dynasty, with a large scale and a high status in history. Today, you can come here to worship the first sage Confucius, visit the quaint historical buildings and courtyards, and visit the many cultural relics collected in the museum. The Confucian Temple is very large, with a depth of nearly 200 meters and a width of more than 100 meters. After entering, you can walk and play. Generally, it is advisable to play for 1-2 hours. There are many ancient buildings in the temple, such as Chongsheng Temple, Zunjing Pavilion, Zhuangyuan Bridge, Shanmen, etc. There are also some towering ancient trees in the courtyard. The whole scenic area is antique and suitable for visiting and taking pictures. When visiting the Confucian Temple, you can pay attention to the many plaques hanging on the building, some of which are written in ancient Uighur and Western Xia scripts, which are very special. The inscriptions in the temple are also worth noting. Some of the inscriptions have all the jinshi who have ever been out of Wuwei. You can go and see. In addition to the buildings and courtyards, the Confucian Temple is also the location of the Wuwei City Museum. There are exhibitions about the history of Wuwei. You can visit here and learn about the heyday of ancient Liangzhou in history. The Zhuangyuan Bridge in the Confucian Temple is covered with red banners with various gold prayer lists, and many parents with students at home will come here to offer incense and pray for blessings.
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Wuwei Municipal Museum
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Highlights:
The Xixia Museum is located in the southeast corner of the city, adjacent to the Wuwei Confucian Temple. It covers an area of 3,570 square meters and has a construction area of 2,900 square meters. The most precious of the exhibits is the Xixia Stele. The Western Xia Stele, whose real name is "Inscription on the Gantong Pagoda of the Reconstruction of the Huguo Temple in Liangzhou", is a relatively well-preserved stone stele in the country with many comparisons between Xixia and Chinese characters. The Western Xia Stele was carved in the fifth year (1094) of Chongzong Tianyou Min'an in Western Xia. In the ninth year of Jiaqing in the Qing Dynasty (1804), Zhang Shu, a famous Chinese scholar, epigrapher, and a native of Yi, found it at Dayun Temple in Wuwei. In 1898, French scholar Devilia confirmed that the front of the stele was written in Xixia script. In modern times, my country's famous philology The family and the Jinshi family learned from Luo Fucheng and deciphered the inscription. The Western Xia Stele is 2.6 meters high, 1 meter wide and 0.3 meters thick, with inscriptions on both sides. The front is inscribed with a Western Xia script, which means "Inscription on the Inscription of Tongtong Pagoda". The text is in 28 lines of regular script in Xixia script, with 65 characters per line. There are 26 lines of regular script in Chinese, with 70 characters per line. The inscription on the inscription roughly describes the initial construction, manifestation and reconstruction of the Huguo Temple Pagoda. It preserves many historical materials and is of great value to the study of Xixia language and economic society. It has been widely used by Chinese and foreign scholars. It is called a living dictionary for studying Xixia. In addition to text, there are various patterns, flowers, figures, etc., the carving skills are superb and beautiful, and it has a high level of craftsmanship.
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Baita Temple
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Highlights:
Baita Temple, called Xieerzhi Baidai in Tibetan, is the Eastern Huanhua Temple. It is one of the four Tibetan Buddhist temples in Liangzhou (Baita Temple, Lianhuashan Temple, Haizang Temple, Jinta Temple). It is located 20 meters southeast of Liangzhou City. Baita Village, Wunan Town, which is more than a kilometer away, has a flat and open terrain and a mild climate. It is an alluvial oasis in the lower reaches of the Zamu River in the Huangyang River system. Lanxin Railway and National Highway 312 pass through it on the east and west sides respectively. Baita Monastery was the place where Sakya Panzhida (Saban), the religious leader of Tibet at that time, held the "Liangzhou Talks" with the Mongolian Yuan representative and the commander of the Western Route Army Kuoduan, and it was also the place where Saban passed away later. This historic meeting determined that the Tibet region officially became an administrative region under the direct jurisdiction of the central government of China's Yuan Dynasty, marking that the Tibet region has since been incorporated into China's territory, and has far-reaching and special significance in the process of the formation of China's multi-ethnic state.
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Wuwei 2 Days Itinerary