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Xining, a city that cools you from the inside out When the summer heat sweeps across the country, there is a pure land at an altitude of 2,261 meters that, with its natural coolness,

Xining, a city that cools you from the inside out When the summer heat sweeps across the country, there is a pure land at an altitude of 2,261 meters that, with its natural low temperature, becomes a “hardcore barrier” against the scorching heat. This is Xining, a city honored with the title “Summer Capital.” Its coolness is far more than just a refreshing feeling; it lies in the tranquility brewed by lakes, forests, snow-capped mountains, and rich culture. Lake and mountain scenery, a natural three-dimensional air conditioner In Xining, escaping the heat is a full sensory experience. You can embark on the “Qinghai Lake Summer Escape Tour,” feeling the cool breeze by the lakeside as the blue waters blend seamlessly with the horizon. You can also visit the “Mirror of the Sky,” Chaka Salt Lake, immersing yourself in a pure white dreamscape that instantly calms the soul. Drive along the colorful Zhanian Road, breathe deeply in the primeval forest of Yaozi Valley—each spot is a carefully arranged natural cool sanctuary. Cultural sanctuaries, a calming power that transcends time The coolness also comes from cultural depth. In Xining, you can enter the Tibetan Buddhist sacred site, Ta’er Monastery, and feel the devotion and serenity permeating the air. At the Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum, be amazed by the 618-meter-long “Painted Panorama” thangka, an encyclopedia of Tibetan culture. Stroll through the ancient city of Danga’er or visit the Dongguan Great Mosque, where Chinese and Islamic architectural styles blend, allowing you to find inner peace through the flow of history. Four seasons rotate, each with its unique way to cool down Xining’s charm lasts all year round. In spring, visit Guide to see the “Clear Yellow River of the World” and encounter the romance of pear blossoms like snow. In golden autumn, climb the Plateau Pearl Tower to overlook the city’s panoramic view of colorful forests. In winter and spring, challenge your “first snow mountain” at Gangshika Peak or chase the blue ice wonderland by Qinghai Lake, experiencing the purity and awe of the ice and snow world. Today, traveling in Xining goes beyond just sightseeing. The city has carefully planned many in-depth routes from intangible cultural heritage exploration and cultural meditation to stargazing journeys, inviting you to slow down and immerse yourself in the unique charm of the Hehuang culture. Xining’s “cool” is the wind of the wilderness, the tranquility of the lake, the depth of culture, and a relaxed lifestyle. This gateway city to the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, with its all-embracing heart, awaits you to experience a complete cooling of body and mind.
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