Jinchang, a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Gansu Province, is located in the middle of Hexi Corridor. It is an important node city of the ancient Silk Road and one of the major cities in Hexi Corridor. It governs Jinchuan District and Yongchang County, with a total area of 9,593 square kilometers. Gold factories and mines promote enterprises, and the city is established because of enterprises. Because of its rich nickel resources, it is known as the "nickel capital of the motherland". Jinchang terrain is high in the south and low in the north. The mountains are flat and staggered, and Gobi and oasis alternate with each other.

Jinchang has a continental temperate arid climate. There is plenty of sunshine, dry climate, year-round north wind, large temperature difference between day and night, four distinct seasons, long frost period and windy spring. The sources of urban surface water are mainly the atmospheric precipitation in Qilian Mountains and the melting of alpine snow and ice. The main rivers are Dongdahe, Xidahe and Jinchuan River, all of which belong to Shiyang River system and are perennial inland rivers.

Gansu cuisine recommendation:

1, Lamian Noodles, Lanzhou

Lamian Noodles is one of the most famous cuisines in Gansu and one of the most famous pasta in China. Lamian Noodles in Lanzhou is characterized by thin and stringy noodles, delicious soup and rich ingredients, including beef, mutton, tofu skin and chopped green onion. The production of Lanzhou Lamian Noodles needs to go through many processes, including kneading, kneading and Lamian Noodles. The noodles produced are thin and chewy, and the taste is very good.

2. Jingyuan lamb

Jingyuan mutton is one of the traditional famous dishes in Gansu, which is famous for its freshness and delicacy. Jingyuan mutton is made from local goats or sheep. After special treatment, it is baked with charcoal fire. Roasted mutton is tender and delicious, with delicate meat and excellent taste.

Refer to the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia Jinchang