12 of the most worth visiting places in Qinghai, all of them are so picturesque, it would be a pity to miss any of them
Some people say
Tibet is the place closest to heaven
Xinjiang is the place that people yearn for
However, what they don’t know is
There is a mysterious place between Xinjiang and Tibet
It is the closest to heaven and you can see a variety of worlds
This is Qinghai
p>The scenery of Qinghai
It is unforgettable once you see it
A place with unknown scenery
The scenery is also world-class
< p> Anyone who has been to Qinghai will never forget it!Colorful flower grassland
Beautiful mountain lakes
The vast Gobi Yadan< /p>
Qinghai always has a way to enchant you
In 2021, go to Qinghai!
01
Qinghai Lake
Qinghai Lake is a huge mirror bestowed by nature on the Qinghai Plateau.
July and August every year are the most beautiful times in Qinghai Lake.
Thousands of acres of rapeseed flowers are blooming, and the vast expanse of blue is dotted with bright yellow. The wild flowers in the alpine pastures are colorful, like silk, and countless fat and strong cattle and sheep are dotted among them. .
02
Chaerhan Salt Lake
Chaerhan Salt Lake is the largest salt lake in China and one of the most famous inland salt lakes in the world. The Qinghai-Tibet Railway Walk through it.
There are white salt crystals on both sides of the salt lake, and the lake water is transparent and green.
On a sunny day, the surrounding scenery, sky and white clouds are reflected in the lake, making it an excellent place for photography.
03
Dongtai Jinair Lake
Dongtai Jinair Lake, a new internet celebrity place.
The lake water shows a "Tiffany blue" color under the sunlight, and the large white salt fields melt like cream ice cream. It is magical and gorgeous, and is known as the "Maldives of the Northwest."
Under the sunlight, Dongtai Jinair Lake is like the blue eyes of Qaidam Basin, stunning this lonely world.
04
Dachaidan Emerald Lake
The Emerald Lake is named "Emerald Lake" because the lake water is clear and blue under the sun and has a color like emerald.
Emerald Lake is still an undeveloped virgin landscape.
Standing by the lake, the mirror-like surface of the lake reflects the blue sky, white clouds and snow-capped peaks, just like a fairyland.
05
Heima River Township
Heima River is one of the best places to watch the sunrise over Qinghai Lake.
The sun rises little by little from the distance, breaking through the clouds and shining on the lake. The lake is sparkling. It feels really beautiful.
06
Kumbum Monastery
Kumbum Monastery is the activity center of Tibetan Buddhism in northwest China and enjoys a high reputation in China and Southeast Asia.
Because there was a pagoda first and then a temple, it was named Kumbum Temple. It has a history of more than 400 years and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Xining.
The lifelike butter flowers, colorful murals and colorful embroidery are known as the "Three Wonders of Kumbum Temple Art".
07
Yuzhu Peak
Yuzhu Peak, also known as Kekesaijimen Peak, with an altitude of 6178 meters, is the highest peak in the eastern section of Kunlun Mountains.
This is a mountain suitable for beginner mountaineers to learn and improve. It is also one of the most accessible snow-capped mountains in China.
08
Water Yadan
In the hinterland of Qaidam Basin in Haixi, Qinghai, after hundreds of millions of years of geological evolution, the world’s largest and most beautiful The spectacular Yadan Group is truly a unique beauty.
The 60-square-kilometer Yadan Group is reflected on Taijinair Lake, as quiet as a mirage.
The blue lake, the uncanny Danxia landform, and the dunes and lakes form a beautiful and moving picture.
09
Rapeseed flowers in Menyuan
In July, the rape flowers in Menyuan are in full bloom. They are surrounded by the Qilian Mountains in the north and Yong'an City in the west. Hundreds of kilometers.
The rapeseed flowers are in full bloom, complementing the local blue sky and white clouds, high mountains and flowing water, forests and grasslands, unique houses, beekeepers, etc., reflecting the unique and charming scenery.
Standing on the river bank, you can see that the sky is covered in golden color, reflecting the Qilian Mountains in the distance.
10
Zhuoer Mountain
The Tibetan name of Zhuoer Mountain is "Zong Muma Glaima", which means the beautiful ruddy queen.
From June to August, the grassland is emerald green, and the exposed parts of the mountain are covered with red sandstone, intertwined with the green grassland, and the scenery is magnificent.
On the Zhuoer Mountain Observation Deck, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Niuxin Mountain in all seasons, the Ladong Gorge and Baiyang Valley on both sides, and the rolling Qilian Mountains.
11
Qilian Mountain Grassland
Qilian Mountain Grassland, named Summer Tara, is located at the foot of Qilian Mountain.
The vast grassland of Qilian Mountains, together with white clouds, herds of cattle and sheep, snow-capped mountains, herdsmen and smoke-belching tents, forms a beautiful picture.
Every year in July and August, the Qilian Mountains, which are connected to the grasslands, are still covered in snow, but the grasslands are vast expanse of blue waves, dotted with horses, cattle, and sheep.
12
Guide National Geopark
Guide National Geopark is mainly characterized by natural landforms and geological relics, supplemented by diverse ecological landscapes and A comprehensive geopark with rich cultural landscape.
The scenic spot consists of thirteen cultural theme squares and seven Danxia Gorges, among which Nuwa Gorge, Qianfo Gorge, Tongtian Gorge, etc. are all rare natural wonders in the world.
The Danxia landform in the scenic area has a long history and is unique, with abrupt peaks and strange geological shapes. The mountains are in seven colors, which is very beautiful.
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D1 Xining all-day gathering day
Today, friends from all over the country went to Xining, known as the "Oriental Gateway to the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau" to gather. Friends who arrive early can go to People's Park, Qinghai Provincial Museum, and Dongguan Mosque; if you have enough time, you can also go to Kumbum Monastery on your own to see the past and present lives of Master Tsongkhapa of Tibetan Buddhism.
In the evening, the gluttonous state starts, and snacks are concentrated in Mojia Street, Shuijing Lane, and Koufu Street. You can taste special delicacies such as stuffed skin, fried jelly, yogurt, fried cakes, noodles, noodles, mutton skewers, etc.
D2 Xining - Qinghai Lake (210km, about 3.5h drive) - Chaka Town (150km, about 2.5h drive)
Set off after breakfast and arrive in China's largest inland area in the afternoon Lake Qinghai Lake, the endless blue water and the leisurely birds and water animals form a peaceful and harmonious picture. During the flower season from June to August, the golden and bright yellow rapeseed flowers of Qinghai Lake are scattered around Qinghai Lake. The lake scenery is even more vivid. My friends took photos here and then rode around the lake in groups. I really hope that time can stop at this moment.
Then go to learn hand-painted Thangka. Thangka is a unique painting art form in Tibetan culture. Using hand-ground mineral pigments to copy Tibetan Thangka, the beautiful lines and rich colors are as if Telling about the vicissitudes of Tibetan history...
D3 Chaka Salt Lake - (480km, about 6 hours' drive) - Golmud City
After breakfast, set off for Chaka Salt Lake, which is known as China's Sky Mirror, the sky is reflected on the clean and pure white lake, making it difficult for people to distinguish between reality and illusion. The beauty is breathtaking. You can wear brighter clothes today. If the weather is good, this photo will be taken with the reflection. The photos are absolutely stunning.
Drive to Golmud in the afternoon.
D4 Golmud - Crossing Hoh Xil - Kunlun Pass - Suonandajie Conservation Station - Golmud (440KM round trip, about 7.5 hours' drive)
Today is also the highlight of this trip, after breakfast Let’s start the wonderful journey to Hoh Xil!
Starting along the Qinghai-Tibet Line, there is a beautiful scenery in the uninhabited land. Passing by Kunlun Holy Spring, Wuji Dragon and Phoenix Palace, and Xidatan Observation Deck, you can take pictures of the Yuzhu Peak Glacier at an altitude of 6178 meters. . On the way through, if you are lucky enough, you can see Tibetan antelopes, Tibetan wild ass, foxes, wild yaks, gazelles and other nationally protected animals running freely and foraging.
Arrive at the Kunlun Pass in time, which is the highest altitude place in the entire trip at 4776M. Being among the Kunlun Mountains, humans are insignificant compared to the mountains, and the majestic worship of nature arises spontaneously. Finally, we arrived at Suonandajie Nature Protection Station, which is also the earliest nature protection station set up by private forces and the only Tibetan antelope rescue point in Hoh Xil. Friends here remember the martyrs and learn about the past and present of the establishment of the reserve.
Tips:
1. Any illegal crossing and littering are strictly prohibited in the Hoh Xil Nature Reserve;
2. Do not get close to wild animals, especially Wild yaks must be kept away.
D5 Golmud-(280km, about 4.5h)-Dongtai Jinair Lake-Shui Yadan (far view)-Shuangse Lake-(5.5h, about 340km) Mangya Emerald Lake-Mangya City< /p>
Today’s drive is longer, and it is also the day with the most beautiful scenery~
Arriving at the highlight of the day, Dongtai Jinair Lake, which makes countless people marvel at the miraculous craftsmanship of nature, originates from the snowy mountains of the Kunlun Mountains. The blue lake water is pure and clean, painting a wonderful blue and white world in the Qaidam Basin. Under the sunlight, Dongtai Jinai Lake is like the blue eyes of Qaidam Basin, stunning this lonely world.
Then we headed west along the internet-famous G315 national highway, passing Yadan on the water for a long-distance viewing stop. "Yadan" is a Uyghur word, meaning "a hill with steep walls", where the salt crystals shine. In the silver light, Yadan and the lake water merge together wonderfully, which is amazing.
Then we passed Xitai Jinair Lake, named after a road separates the lake. The lakes on both sides are green on one side and blue on the other. Therefore, it is also called the two-color lake, which contrasts with the sky. Water and sky are connected.
In the evening, arrive at Mangya Emerald Lake, the "land of the sky" embedded in the west of Qaidam. The blue lake here is pure and clear in color, and the light green, emerald green, and dark green lake water makes it look like jade inlaid in the Gobi. We can take photos freely here and record the beautiful scenery.
D6 Mangya - Mangya Aiken Spring - Oboliang Yadan - (280km, about 4.5h) Lenghu Oil Base Site (260km, about 4.5h) - Desert partying/off-road desert surfing/starry sky Camping
After breakfast, set off for a day of sightseeing! First go to Mangya Aiken Spring, also known as the "Devil's Eye". Aiken Spring has a wide view. Viewed from the air, various beautiful lines have been formed around the spring due to years of sulfur precipitation. From a God's perspective, it's like a devil staring at you and me in the abyss. The uncanny workmanship of nature is breathtaking!
Then set off for Mangya Qianfo Cliff. Thousand Buddha Cliff is composed of a red mud overhang on a steep cliff, pouring down like a suspended red waterfall, majestic. The natural sculptures here have not been cut, painted or painted, but they are three-dimensional and reproduce the graceful and unrestrained style of the Buddhas and immortals, their honest and naive attitude, as if they are ready to come out.
In the afternoon, we headed north to Dunhuang. We were surrounded by the Erboliang Yadan landform, and we passed by the Cold Lake Oil Base ruins at the right time. This place is definitely a niche.
There are few tourists along the way, and the abandoned oil base is full of devastation. Against the backdrop of this desolate land, it is an excellent place to take photos.
Arrive in Dunhuang in the evening and head to Desert Starry Sky Camping. Here, friends can experience off-road motorcycle desert surfing, hold a super fun desert party, and light a bonfire outdoors in the desert to sing KTV and have a great time. It gets quieter at night, and with the stars in the sky, I gradually fall asleep in the desert...
D7 Dunhuang - Mogao Grottoes (20km, about 25 minutes' drive) - Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring (7km, about 25 minutes' drive) 10 minutes) - Dunhuang
In the morning, go to the Mogao Grottoes, a world-class cultural treasure house on the Silk Road and known as the "Treasure House of Oriental Art".
In the afternoon, when the weather is cooler, go to Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring. It has continuous fine sand and golden light, and a spring in the desert is like a bright moon. Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring are miracles in the vast desert.
Friends who have been having fun all day must be tired, so take a rest early~
D8 Dunhuang - (130km, about 1.5h) Son of the Earth - (170km, about 3.5h) Jiayuguan ( 381km, drive time is about 4.5 hours) - Linze/Zhangye Qicai Town (220km, drive time is about 3 hours)
After breakfast, we said goodbye to Dunhuang and drove to Jiayuguan passing through Guazhou. The friends went to visit the modern art museum Experience the perfect combination of modern art and the vast Gobi at the exhibition of Sons of the Earth and Unbounded Modern Artworks produced by masters.
Arrive at Jiayuguan Guancheng in the afternoon. Looking from outside the pass, the majestic Guancheng and Wengcheng stand in the sunset, looking solemn. The big bluestone from hundreds of years ago is still here silently carrying the weight of history. Outside Jiayuguan, there is the stretching Qilian Mountains. Snow can be seen on the top of the mountain in the distance. The brilliant clouds in the sky make the Jiayuguan city even more magnificent.
D9 Zhangye Colorful Danxia - (180km, about 2.5h) Private Ranch - (90km, about 1.5h) Qilian County
After breakfast, drive to the "Seven Most Beautiful Mountains in China" Colorful Danxia is one of the "Great Danxia Landforms". This is the only complex area of Danxia landforms and colorful hilly landscapes in China, and was rated as one of the seven most beautiful Danxia landforms in China by "China National Geographic" magazine. It's like God accidentally knocked over the paint box, and the mountains were filled with colorful paint.
Heading towards the Qilian Mountains in the afternoon, you will soon see beautiful mountains and green grass, cattle and sheep everywhere, and rapeseed flowers in full bloom (the flowering period is from the end of June to the end of July). You will pass by the Ancient City of Ebao on the way and you can stop and take pictures.
When you come to the Qilian Prairie, how can you not have close contact with the local herdsmen? The friends come to the private ranch to explore and feel the humanistic customs of the Tibetan herdsmen. Here you can wear the traditional costumes of ethnic minorities. Photography, grassland horseback riding, and archery
After having fun, taste Qinghai local hot pot + butter milk tea, tsampa, yogurt, oil dumplings and other 8 ethnic minority snacks.
D10 Qilian County - Zhuoer Mountain (170km, 2.5h) - Menyuan Flower Sea (180km, about 3.5 hours' drive) - Xining Railway Station
Today is the end of the event One day, after breakfast, we went to Zhuoer Mountain, known as the "Little Switzerland of the East". Zhuoer Mountain is close to the Babao River and across the river from Niuxin Mountain, the sacred mountain in the Tibetan area. On the left and right sides are Ladong Gorge and Baiyanggou Scenic Area. , with the rolling Qilian Mountains on the back. In summer, there are large seas of rapeseed flowers, red danxia dotted among the mountains, and the Ami Dongsuo Snow Mountain can be viewed from a distance.
Then arrive at the Menyuan Flower Sea (the flowering period is expected to be from the end of June to the end of July). The majestic Qilian Mountains stand in the distance. On the top of the mountain range, Gangshika Snow Mountain (also known as Lenglong Ridge) is covered with snow. The hundreds of miles of rapeseed flowers sea between the Qilian Mountains and Daban Mountains presents a majestic natural picture. Here you can enjoy the most spectacular view of the rapeseed flower sea in China
Then return to Xining all the way and pass by the Daban Mountain Observation Deck. This is one of the best viewing places overlooking the Qilian Mountains. Passing by the Heiquan Reservoir, the Qilian Mountains in the distance The snow-capped mountains and the green mountains and green valleys on both sides of the river are reflected perfectly.
Arrive in Xining city at about 19:00. This event ends here. We look forward to your next trip!
Tips:
It is recommended to book the train after 21:00 or the return flight after 22:00.
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