An aerial view of Pingshanhu Grand Canyon in Zhangye, Gansu Province on August 17, 2024. /CFP
This photo taken on August 17, 2024 shows a towering red rock formation at Pingshanhu Grand Canyon in Zhangye, Gansu Province. /CFP
A narrow passage is seen at Pingshanhu Grand Canyon in Zhangye, Gansu Province on August 17, 2024. /CFP
Striking red rock formations are seen at Pingshanhu Grand Canyon in Zhangye, Gansu Province on August 17, 2024. /CFP
Sea buckthorn berries are seen at Pingshanhu Grand Canyon in Zhangye, Gansu Province on August 17, 2024. /CFP
A view of Pingshanhu Grand Canyon in Zhangye, Gansu Province on August 17, 2024. /CFP
Pingshanhu Grand Canyon in Zhangye, Gansu Province is a stunning natural wonder that showcases the dramatic beauty of northwest China. The canyon is renowned for its unique landforms shaped by hundreds of millions of years of tectonic uplift, wind erosion, water erosion, and chemical weathering. The striking red rock formations, winding gullies, and gentle slopes, as well as their vibrant colors, offer visitors a breathtaking view of nature's artistry and a vivid glimpse into Earth's geological history, making it an essential destination for both nature lovers and geologists.