Tianshui

Tianshui is a city in Province. Tianshui, a gem on China’s Loess Plateau, is where ancient legends and natural beauty intertwine. From the mythical birthplace of Fuxi to the breathtaking Maijishan Grottoes, this city offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and stunning landscapes.
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Places in the Area

Nearby places include Shifu.

Town
Shifo is a town of Maiji District, , , . Its history can be traced back to at least 937. It is named after a stone buddha sculpture near the town.

Tianshui

Latitude
34.6539° or 34° 39′ 14″ north
Longitude
105.8004° or 105° 48′ 1″ east
Population
1,210,000
Elevation
1,153 metres (3,783 feet)
IATA airport code
THQ
Open location code
8P67MR32+H5
Open­Street­Map ID
node 6027125225
Open­Street­Map feature
place=­region
Geo­Names ID
1792892
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In Other Languages

From Chinese to Spanish—“Tianshui” goes by many names.
  • Chinese: Tiānshuǐ Shì
  • Chinese: 天水
  • Chinese: 天水市
  • French: Tianshui
  • German: Tianshui
  • Korean: 톈수이시
  • Portuguese: Tianshui
  • Russian: Тяньшуй
  • Spanish: Tianshui

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