Will it be very cold when I go to Qinghai in May?
It won’t be cold in Qinghai in May, but because Qinghai is located on a plateau, the temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so be sure to bring two extra layers of thick clothes. May in Qinghai is a season of "chaotic" dressing. Walking on the street, you will see people wearing short-sleeved skirts, sweater jackets, leather jackets and even down jackets. Because the weather in Qinghai changes so fast, sometimes one day It’s no surprise to experience four seasons.
May Day is the annual tulip festival in Xining. Since you are in Qinghai, you can’t miss it. Although you can see it on the streets, the People’s Park is relatively concentrated and has a wide variety of flowers. You can feast your eyes on all kinds of tulips in full bloom. , bright and eye-catching tulip flowers will make you happy.
If you are interested in history, the Ma Bufang Mansion located in Chengdong District, Xining City is a good choice. The Ma Bufang Mansion, named "Xinlu", is a witness to the modern history of Qinghai and even the entire northwest.
The Kumbum Monastery, 25 kilometers away from Xining, is located on Lianhua Mountain in Huangzhong County. It is a well-known Buddhist holy place. It is the birthplace of Master Tsongkhapa, the founder of the Yellow Sect. Kumbum Monastery has three unique arts that are worth visiting and experiencing. Even if you don’t drive yourself, transportation is very convenient. There is a dedicated line between Kumbum Monastery and Xining opposite Shanshui International in Chengzhong District.
When arriving in Qinghai, Qinghai Lake is a must-see. Qinghai Lake opened last week. Qinghai Lake will be a bit cold in May, and the surrounding scenery is not as beautiful as July and August, but it still has the characteristics of May. You must bring thick clothes when going to Qinghai Lake. If you are not driving by yourself, you can take a one-day or two-day tour of "Qinghai Lake" at various travel agencies in Xining. The cost is not high and it is convenient to travel.
Guide is called "Jiangnan Town" by Qinghai people. It is 116 kilometers away from Xining. There is a direct train from Nanchuan West Road Passenger Terminal with a ticket of 26 yuan. "Guide Qing, the Yellow River in the World" refers to this place. Guide National Geopark is famous for its unique Danxia landforms. Walking among the mountains, you can't help but marvel at the unique natural features created by nature's miraculous craftsmanship.
In addition to the above places, Qinghai has few people and many beautiful scenery. The main reason is that the direct distance between the scenic spots and scenic spots is relatively far, making it more suitable for self-driving. I drove in China on May Day last year, and it felt like I was going from spring to winter along the way. Therefore, traveling to Qinghai in May will not be cold, but it will definitely not be hot. It is also important to bring good clothes.
Have a pleasant journey!
Will it be cold when I go to Qinghai in May? What are the fun places to visit? I have been to Qinghai several times, and I would like to share my thoughts.
Beautiful Qinghai. After going to Qinghai, I feel that this sentence is absolutely true. Because Qinghai has a plateau climate, you will feel a little cold when visiting Qinghai in May. I think the best season for tourism in Qinghai is from the end of May to the end of September. During this period, the climate is milder and suitable for travel. The winter in Qinghai is long and very cold. Only a small number of experienced travel enthusiasts come to Qinghai in winter. But Qinghai has different beauty in every season. No matter when you come, you will gain a lot.
So where to go to Qinghai? Qinghai is most suitable for self-driving travel or independent travel. There are generally two tourist routes. The first one is the Qinghai-Gansu Grand Ring Line. The starting point of this line is Xining → Kumbum Monastery → Laji Mountain → Qinghai Lake → Delingha (accommodation) → Kruk Lake → Chaka Salt Lake → Emerald Lake → Yadan Landform (on land and water) → Dangjin Mountain ( The most beautiful Gobi Highway photo spot) → Guazhou → Dunhuang (Crescent Spring, Mingsha Mountain, Mogao Grottoes) → Jiayuguan → Zhangye Colorful Danxia → Qilian Mountain Observation Deck → Xining.
The other route basically follows the Qinghai-Tibet Line. From Xining → Kumbum Monastery → Qinghai Lake → Chaka Salt Lake → Chaerhan Salt Lake Mine Park → Golmud → Kunlun Pass (Yuzhu Peak, Yuxu Peak) → Go to Tibet.
Qinghai has many magical lakes, spectacular snow-capped mountains, unique Yadan landforms, and the empty desert Gobi. The beauty of Qinghai will definitely make your trip worthwhile.
Wish you: Happy travels, friends!