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Maqu
City in Gansu, China
Overview
Maqu is a small, peaceful town in southern Gansu at the edge of the Tibetan plateau, known for its pristine grasslands, Tibetan culture, and the majestic Yellow River. The city offers a unique blend of natural beauty, spiritual sites, and authentic local life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
China
Province
Gansu
Population
57,076
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
33.87°, 101.71°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
62
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$485
Local Cost
$237
Local Income
$370
Cashless
60
English
15
Temperature
1.4°C
Summer Avg
10.0°C
Winter Avg
-7.7°C
Record High
26.4°C
Record Low
-25.1°C
Humidity
64%
Precipitation
686 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 47/100.
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