Qingdao is the largest industrial city and is located in the eastern part of the country. The city is characterized by an unusual style, more typical of German cities. About 3.15 million people live on the territory of the city. Lanzhou is an important industrial centre. Industry in Lanzhou is represented by a variety of industries: chemical, engineering, oil refining, cloth, tobacco, leather and others. In addition, the favourable location of Lanzhou makes the city an important transportation hub connecting the east and west of China. That is why Lanzhou became an important strategic and trade centre on the Great Silk Road in ancient times. Lanzhou was the only large city on the huge 1600 km long stretch of the Silk Road. The history of the city itself dates back more than 2 millennia. The first written records date back to 778 B.C. Lanzhou impresses not only with its historical part of the city, but also with its magnificent scenery. In the southern part of the city, at the top of Gaolangshan Mountain is Lanshan Park, which stretches for 10 kilometres. The park was almost completely destroyed during the Japanese occupation, so after the liberation of the city, there was only one tree left on top of the mountain. Through the efforts of the city’s residents, the park was restored again and today it is one of the most picturesque places in Lanzhou. Lanzhou is rightfully called the cradle of Chinese civilization. Its favourable location, rich history, natural and climatic conditions make the city one of the most attractive cities in China.