The Rainbow Mountains of China within the Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park are a geological wonder of the world. These famous Chinese mountains are known for their otherworldly colors that mimic a rainbow painted over the tops of rolling mountains.

The Zhangye Danxia National Park is located in the Gansu province in China’s northwest covering 200 square miles. The site was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009 and is the destination for many Chinese and international tourists.

In 2013, Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park was listed as one of the 22 “epic places” in the world by Huffington Post.

Best views are at sunrise and sunset. There are five viewing platforms which provide different sights. Due to the undulating terrain, visitors can feel as if they are walking through a colorful painting.