Zhang Qian (164 BC -- 114 BC)was an outstanding explorer, traveler and diplomat in the Han Dynasty, who made significant contributions to the development of the Silk Road and who was called the pioneer of the silk road and the Columbus in the east.

China is a great country, which has a long history of more than 5000 years and brilliant civilization. Many dynasties took turns to replace in the history. This article will be beneficial to your tours and helpful to learn more knowledge.

The scenic area of Majishan grottoes is located 45 kilometers southeast of Tianshui City, the northern foot of the western section of the Qinling Mountains. Maiji Mountain Grottoes is an important scenic spot in Maiji Mountain Scenic and Historic Interest Area. It is a national 5A class tourist attraction. It is named because the shape of the mountain resembles the shape of a wheat stack. Maijishan Grottoes is one of the four grottoes in China, known as the Oriental Sculpture Hall.

Fa Xian (334 -- 420) was a famous monk in the history of Buddhism in China, an innovator in Buddhism, the first master to study Buddhism abroad, a distinguished traveler and Buddhism translator. The book , Record of The Buddhistic Kingdoms written by him, provided important information for the study of the ancient history of the sub-continent countries.

Labrang Monastery is situated 1 km in the west of Xiahe County.Labrang monastery is an inflection of the Tibetan word "Ratzhang", which means the residence of the Living Buddha Master.Together with Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Gandan Monastery, Tashilhunpo Monastery in Tibet and Ta er monastery in Qinghai, they are collectively known as the six major monasteries of the Gelug Sect (yellow sect) of Lamaism in China. It is known as the "Tibetan institution of the world".