5A Tourism Area
Designated 2011
Maijishan Grottoes Tourism Area
天水市麦积山景区
Gansu, Tianshui★ --Designated 2011·35.8222°N, 103.9978°E
Ticket Price
Peak CNY 90/Off-peak CNY 70 (inc. electric cart)
Duration
4 hours to 1 day
Rating
-- / 5.0
Designated
2011
About Maijishan Grottoes Tourism Area
A significant religious and cultural site in Tianshui, Gansu, featuring historic temples, shrines, and centuries of spiritual tradition. One of China's four great Buddhist grotto complexes; 1,000-plus cliff-carved niches and statues on a lone pyramidal hill...
Highlights
One of China's four great Buddhist grotto complexes; 1,000-plus cliff-carved niches and statues on a lone pyramidal hill with intricate clay sculpture; botanical garden and cable car.
Suggested Route
Enter and take the shuttle to the grotto base, climb the plank walkways to view the caves, then the Maiji Mountain Botanical Garden; allow 3-4 hours.
Food & Lodging
Try Tianshui rolled noodles (lumping) and guagua; stay in Tianshui city.
Facilities
Shuttle bus
Travel Tips
Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.
Location
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Opening Hours
Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.
Getting There
In Maiji District, Tianshui; HSR to Tianshui South Station then bus ~40 km; ~310 km from Xi'an; nearest airport Tianshui Maiji (~30 km).
Reservation
Timed real-name reservation required via official WeChat '麦积山旅游'; shuttle bus from visitor center mandatory.
Ticket Price
Peak CNY 90/Off-peak CNY 70 (inc. electric cart)
Address
Gansu Province Tianshui City Maiji District Maiji Town
