How many meters above sea level is Gansu? Analysis on the correlation between geographical characteristics and recent hot spots
Gansu Province is located in northwest China, with complex and diverse terrain and significant altitude differences. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to conduct a structured analysis of Gansu altitude data and its correlation with hot events.
1. Altitude gradient distribution in Gansu Province
| area name | Average altitude (meters) | Highest point (meters) | lowest point (m) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexi Corridor | 1000-1500 | 5564 (the main peak of Qilian Mountains) | 550 (Minqin Basin) |
| Longzhong Loess Plateau | 1200-2500 | 3670 (Maxian Mountain) | 800 (Yellow River Valley) |
| Gannan Plateau | 3000-4000 | 4920 (main peak of Dieshan Mountain) | 1200 (Bailongjiang Valley) |
2. Relationship between recent hot spots and altitude
1.New energy development (heat index: ★★★★☆)
Gansu wind power bases have recently been reported by CCTV due to the strong wind resources on the plateau. Among them, the Jiuquan 10-million-kilowatt wind power base has an average altitude of 1,500 meters, with a cumulative new installed capacity of 200MW in 10 days.
| New energy projects | altitude | recent developments |
|---|---|---|
| Dunhuang Solar Thermal Power Station | 1136 meters | Single-day power generation reaches record high |
| Zhangye Photovoltaic Industrial Park | 1480 meters | Signed new energy storage project |
2.Tourism hotspots (Popularity Index: ★★★☆☆)
Summer tourism data shows that the number of tourists in Gannan scenic spots above 3,000 meters above sea level has increased by 40% year-on-year, and the booking rate of homestays in Langmusi Town (3,350 meters above sea level) has reached 95%.
3.Agricultural meteorology (heat index: ★★★☆☆)
Drought has occurred in the area 800 meters above sea level in Longnan, which is in sharp contrast to the precipitation in high-altitude areas during the same period. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has launched an emergency response.
3. Altitude and characteristic industries
| Industry type | Suitable altitude | Typical representative |
|---|---|---|
| Plateau summer vegetables | 1800-2800 meters | Lanzhou Plateau summer vegetable export sales increase by 25% |
| Chinese medicinal materials | 2000-3500 meters | Angelica planting area exceeds 500,000 acres |
4. Extension of geographical knowledge
The altitude difference in Gansu is as high as 4,814 meters. This vertical difference creates a unique landscape of "one mountain has four seasons". Recently, the topic "Gansu Altitude Challenge" on Douyin platform has been played more than 8 million times, among which Wushaoling (3,562 meters above sea level) has become an internet celebrity check-in point.
5. Health Tips
Medical experts remind: When entering areas above 2,500 meters above sea level, you need to pay attention to:
• Avoid strenuous exercise on the first day
• The daily elevation gain should not exceed 300 meters
• Have portable oxygen equipment ready
The data in this article are synthesized from popular content from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Gansu Provincial Meteorological Bureau and major social platforms from July 15 to 25, reflecting the multi-dimensional connection between Gansu’s altitude characteristics and modern development.
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