This is a really thoughtful itinerary, you've clearly spent time on the logistics. One thing I'd suggest is swapping the order of Day 1 afternoon and evening. Guanghua Temple is at its best in the lat...

Nice guide, covers the essentials well. One thing I would add is that if you are into photography, the terraced fields outside Dingxi are much more impressive in winter after a light snow, the yellow...

This is a solid itinerary, you've clearly put thought into it. I'd add that for Day 2, the Tomb of Ferdowsi is worth the drive but the Khorshid Palace can feel a bit empty if you're short on time. If...

I've done that coffee ceremony at Tomoca a few times and it's genuinely good, but for a more immersive experience I'd recommend walking over to the Kaldi's on Bole Road near the Edna Mall. The barista...

If you want something a bit different, the rooftop of the Taibai Building on Yucai Road gives you a clean view of the river bend at dusk. It's an older commercial building so you'll need to take the s...