A well-preserved piece of animal fossil is on display at the museum in Hezheng county, Linxia Hui autonomous prefecture, Gansu province. [Photo provided to gogansu.com]

A group of expats just had an amazing day exploring Hezheng county in Linxia Hui autonomous prefecture, Gansu province.

They were blown away by the fascinating Hezheng Ancient Animal Fossil Museum and the breathtaking beauty of Songmingyan National Forest. 

From lush greenery to picturesque landscapes, Songmingyan National Park in Hezheng county of Linxia Hui autonomous prefecture, Gansu province, has stolen their hearts. 

They also had an extraordinary experience visiting the Hezheng Ancient Animal Fossil Museum, a national second-class themed museum dedicated to late Cenozoic ancient mammal fossils, in Hezheng county of Linxia, Gansu province. It was a journey through time, unravelling the mysteries of prehistoric creatures.