The Linxia UNESCO Global Geopark is located in Linxia Prefecture, Gansu Province, with an area of 2120 square kilometers. It spans two natural areas, the arid region of the Loess Plateau and the high cold and humid region of the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau. It is a comprehensive geopark characterized by the footprints of Cretaceous dinosaurs and the Late Cenozoic paleofauna, supplemented by the Late Cenozoic strata, northern Danxia landforms, and the Yellow River Three Gorges landscape. It integrates local ethnic minority cultures and integrates geology, ecology, and culture. There are 79 geological relics and more than 30 cultural landscapes in the park, including 1 World Cultural Heritage Site, 5 sites with world-class scientific value, and 1 national 5A level scenic spot. The rare and unique geological relics, diverse and rich cultural landscapes, ancient and rich ethnic customs, and beautiful and magnificent natural scenery in the park are the preferred places for scientific exploration, popular science education, leisure and entertainment and understanding of multi-ethnic cultures!
Linxia UNESCO Global Geopark – G066 Sanjiangkou fluvial landscape(Source: Official Website of Linxia UNESCO Global Geopark)