Tianshui

An owner of a malatang stall serves a customer on a snack street in Qinzhou District of Tianshui City, northwest China's Gansu Province, March 19, 2024. At dawn, the bustling snack streets of Tianshui, a city in northwest China's Gansu Province, were already teeming with activities, with visitors eager to taste the local specialty, malatang, literally meaning a numbingly spicy hotpot.( tasteallchina /Ma Xiping) LANZHOU, March 20 ( tasteallchina ) -- At dawn, the bustling snack streets of Tianshui, a city in northwest China's Gansu Province, were already teeming with activity, with visitors eager to taste the local specialty, malatang, literally meaning a numbingly spicy hotpot. Dong Liangyan, 29, hailing from Daqing in the northernmost province of Heilongjiang, said she has come all the way traveling over 2,000 km just to savor this delicacy that has intrigued her for quite some time. "When I unlocked my phone, all I could see was promotional messages about Tianshui malatang spicy hotpot," she said, adding that the aromatic chili oil and the velvety texture of hand-pulled noodles made her culinary quest all the more rewarding. This simple spicy hotpot delicacy has recently thrust this quaint city into the online spotlight, enchanting tourists with…

An aerial drone photo taken on June 15, 2024 shows a view of the Tianshui River in the Qiangtang National Nature Reserve in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. Tianshui River is an important migratory passage for pregnant Tibetan antelopes in the Qiangtang National Nature Reserve. ( tasteallchina /Jigme Dorje) An aerial drone photo taken on June 14, 2024 shows a view of the Tianshui River in the Qiangtang National Nature Reserve in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. Tianshui River is an important migratory passage for pregnant Tibetan antelopes in the Qiangtang National Nature Reserve. ( tasteallchina /Purbu Tsering) An aerial drone photo taken on June 15, 2024 shows a view of the Tianshui River in the Qiangtang National Nature Reserve in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. Tianshui River is an important migratory passage for pregnant Tibetan antelopes in the Qiangtang National Nature Reserve. ( tasteallchina /Jigme Dorje) An aerial drone photo taken on June 14, 2024 shows a view of the Tianshui River in the Qiangtang National Nature Reserve in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. Tianshui River is an important migratory passage for pregnant Tibetan antelopes in the Qiangtang National Nature Reserve. ( tasteallchina /Purbu Tsering) An aerial drone photo…

Since the beginning of this year, tourism markets in multiple regions across China have been thriving. In addition to traditional well-known tourist destinations, small cities like Tianshui and Quanzhou have been attracting throngs of tourists with their local characteristics. The rapid tourism growth in small cities has become a new highlight for domestic travel. Aerial photo shows tourists crowding around at the Maijishan Grottoes in Tianshui, northwest China's Gansu Province. ( tasteallchina /Zhang Zhimin) Records from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism show that during the three-day Qingming Festival holiday that ended on April 6, the number of tourists received by Tai'an, Zibo, Tianshui, Kaifeng, and Jingdezhen all increased by more than 50 percent. Compared to previously popular destinations that were mostly well-known tourist cities or big metropolises, some distinctive small cities have been attracting greater attention. The choices of destinations by tourists have become more diverse as they have sought unique and differentiated experiences. Against such a background, a local delicacy, an event, or a scenario in small cities may draw massive crowds of tourists. Following last year's popularity of Zibo's barbecue and Liuzhou's luosifen, or river snail rice noodles, Tianshui malatang, an iconic dish of hot pot, has…

Tourists watch a performance on a commercial street in Qinzhou District of Tianshui City, northwest China's Gansu Province, March 19, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Ma Xiping) BEIJING, April 30 ( tasteallchina ) -- Nearly 1.42 billion domestic trips were made in China in the first three months of 2024, an increase of 16.7 percent year-on-year, according to data released by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism on Tuesday. Over 1.52 trillion yuan (about 213.89 billion U.S. dollars) was spent by domestic tourists during the period, up 17 percent from the same period last year. Notably, the number of domestic trips made by rural residents rose by 25.7 percent year-on-year, with a 26.9-percent increase in spending compared to the first quarter of 2023, the data showed.

Basic Introduction to Huaniu AppleHuaniu apple is a specialty of Tianshui City, Gansu Province. It refers to the high-quality varieties of the Yuan Shuai series grown in most areas of the city and is a Chinese national geographical indication product. The fruit has fine, dense, crisp flesh with abundant juice, unique flavor, and a strong aroma. Its taste is excellent and its quality superior. It has been recognized by many domestic and foreign experts and marketers as one of the world's three most famous apple brands, alongside the American Red Delicious and Japanese Fuji. It is the first apple variety from China to receive an official trademark on the international market. Nutritional ValueHuaniu apples are known as "wisdom fruits" and "memory fruits." People have long discovered that eating more Huaniu apples can enhance memory and improve cognitive function. In addition to rich sugars, vitamins, and minerals essential for the brain, Huaniu apples are notably high in zinc. Studies show that zinc is a critical component of many important enzymes in the body and is crucial for growth and development. Zinc participates widely in the metabolism of proteins, fats, and sugars through enzymes. Product CharacteristicsThe average single fruit weight is around…

The sensation of Malatang has taken Tianshui city by storm, leaving the locals perplexed. "No one in Tianshui would have ever imagined that Malatang would be the first to gain such popularity!" A friend from Tianshui subtly hinted at a touch of proud in their assessment of the local Malatang craze. The reason for this lies in the abundance of treasures in this small northwestern city. Malatang restaurants have become "tourist attractions" with long queues, making the people of Tianshui feel somewhat aggrieved on behalf of the Fuxi Temple and the Maijishan Grottoes. Even in terms of souvenirs, aside from the rising popularity of Gangu chili peppers, there are also exquisite products such as Qinan peaches and Huaniu apples. Guided by the influx of visitors, waves of tourists are flocking to Tianshui. However, it can be asserted that "if you come to Tianshui and only eat Malatang, then you have missed out greatly!" Amidst the tantalizing aroma of food and the mist of Maiji Mountain, the panoramic view in the Tianshui area gradually becomes clear. This city was the first stop on the Silk Road heading west from Chang'an, establishing itself as the premier city in northwestern China over a…