Top 20 Best Things to Do in Qinghai

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M42***98

Being beautiful to the soul of Chaka Salt Lake! Family members, after going to Chaka Salt Lake, I was directly beautiful to aphasia! This place is simply a real-life version of the sky, every frame can seal the gods! As soon as I stepped into the scenic spot, I was shocked by the scenery in front of me! The vast lake is like a huge mirror, reflecting the blue sky and white clouds, the snowy mountains in the distance, the heavens and the earth are connected, and the beauty is like a dream. Standing on the lake, as if you are part of the sky, you can't tell where is reality, where is reflection, any shot, it is a blockbuster that can surprise the circle of friends. Come to Chaka Salt Lake, you must take a small train! The retro carriage, the slow rhythm, took me through the salt lake. Along the way is an endless salt field, the brine is shining in the sun, and the salt crystals pile up into white "small mountains", like breaking into a fairy tale world. The terminal of the small train is a great place to take pictures. How to shoot it is! The salt carving group in the scenic spot is simply a ghost! Each salt sculpture is lifelike, with characters from myths and legends, and scenes from historical stories. They shine in the sun, shining with a crystallized light, and blending perfectly with the natural scenery of the salt lake, making people sigh the magical collision of nature and human wisdom. The Chaka Salt Lake at night is another shock! There is no interference from light pollution, the vast galaxy is clearly visible, the galaxy is like a ribbon across the sky, and the stars seem to be within reach. The lake reflects the starry sky, and there are only endless stars and quiet lakes between the heavens and the earth. This kind of beauty that shocks the soul is really indescribable. Before I went, I also saw some bad reviews, saying that the weather here is very picky, and there is no film on a cloudy day. Indeed, when the Chaka Salt Lake is sunny, the effect of the mirror of the sky is the best, and the filming rate is super high. Everyone try to choose a good weather. There is also the experience of the small train. Some people feel that the seats are crowded, but I think it is okay. The experience of the retro small train shuttle to the salt lake is rare. I really recommend everyone to come to Chaka Salt Lake to feel it. This is really a place where you don't want to go!

Anonymous user

Worth to visit if you are travelling to Xining. Go to South Hall instead of the free North Hall to see the cultural displays. The QR code caused us some trouble as there were 3 places that you need to scan the code. But once you scan it will showed used and will be barred from entering the other 2 locations. The staffs were friendly and quickly manually let us in.

Anonymous user

A bit far from the town , took didi about 60 , also can join the day tour. Weather is a bit cold in end of Oct, but still crowded.

M29***51

Qarhan Salt Lake is located in the hinterland of the Chaidamu Basin in Qinghai Province, China. It is a bright pearl on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and the largest salt lake in China. It is known as the "China's sky mirror" and the "king of the salt lake". It attracts many tourists with its unique natural landscape, abundant salt resources and fantastic ecological scenes. Summer vacation is here, friends bring their children to Chaer Khan to enjoy the dream painting of salt and water. The [scenery] of Chaerhan Salt Lake is covered with thick salt crystals, the lake is clear and transparent, forming a perfect mirror effect under the sun, reflecting the sky, clouds, mountains in the water, as if in an illusory dream. Especially in the windy and sunny weather, the lake is like a mirror, the scenery is breathtaking.

印象西南

🌍 Exploring Wusute Water Yadan, the dream miracle of northwest of Shanghai This Qinggan Great Ring Road trip, Wusute Water Yadan Geopark is definitely the most amazing stop for me! 🚗 Transportation and itinerary: From Xining, all the way west, through the vast and endless Gobi desert, the scenery along the way has made me full of expectations for the destination. When the car slowly drove into the vicinity of the scenic spot, you could see the picture of the magical waters and the Yadan landform from a distance, and the heart was instantly choked. 🎫 Tickets and scenic facilities: The ticket price includes sightseeing tickets, which is reasonable. The sightseeing bus route planning in the scenic area is very clear, and the site setting is just right, and it is easy to reach the main observation decks. However, there are many tourists during the peak tourist season, and it takes some patience to wait in line. 🏞️ scenery: The moment I stepped into the scenic spot, I seemed to have entered another planet by mistake. The blue gem-like lake, sparkling under the sun, and the Yadan landform standing on the lake, in different shapes, some like mysterious castles, some like spirit animals, and some like expeditionary fleets, nature's ghostly work is displayed here. Walk along the plank road, enjoy the water Yadan up close, you can see the traces of wind erosion, touch the texture of the years. The light from different angles makes Yadan and the lake change different colors, sometimes golden, sometimes blue, each step is a beautiful picture. In the evening, the embers of the sunset were sprinkled on this magical land, and the whole world was dyed warm tones. The water Yadan was more magnificent in the embers. At this time, taking pictures, Zhang Zhang is a blockbuster! 🤸‍♀️ Play projects: The scenic area is rich in play projects and the experience is full. I took a speedboat, galloped on the lake, felt the roar of the wind, and watched the cliffs of Yadan up close; I also tried desert go-karts, and enjoyed the speed and passion on the Gobi. In addition, the camel riding project is not to be missed. Cycling slowly on the edge of the desert, as if crossing the Silk Road. 💡 Intimate tips: 1. Be sure to bring sun protection equipment, the ultraviolet rays here are very strong. 2. There are more mosquitoes, especially in the evening, remember to bring mosquito repellent supplies. 3. Aerial photography can take the whole picture and shock of the water Yadan, and friends with drones must not miss it. 4. The dining options in the scenic area are limited, and you can bring some small snacks and drinking water. Wusute Water Yadan Geopark is a treasure given by nature to the world. Whether it is a geology enthusiast, a photography enthusiast, or an ordinary tourist, you can find your own happiness and touch here. I really recommend everyone to come here to feel this unique charm!

旅思自然

Very worth going! First of all, it is located in the Qaidam Basin on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, with a vast plateau scenery as a background and foil; secondly, the mineral salt lake is large and small, with a large number of large and small distributions, and different shapes and colors, which is pleasing to the eye; Finally, this is the product of the combination of human activities and natural gifts, which perfectly interprets the green water and green mountains as Jinshan Yinshan.

Lee415

The tour is well organized with a coordinator contacting you the night before to confirm all details and pick up. The minivan had plenty of space and only half full. The driver was nice and friendly and drove smoothly. I would recommend this tour for any solo travelers looking to avoid the hassle of getting to Qinghai Lake on your own.

M28***77

The animals are good, the staff is hard enough, but the traffic is too large, the parking space is too small, I don’t know why, there is a school not far away, but the government has no temporary requisition. If you can temporarily requisition it, you can definitely solve many problems, especially the tourist bus.

M24***oh

As the dividing line between the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and the Loess Plateau, Sun Moon Mountain attracts tourists with the dual charm of natural wonder and humanistic heritage. The landscape on both sides of the mountain is different: the eastern side of the water valley, the moliang field, the west side of the Qinghai Lakeside grassland is vast, forming a magnificent picture of the "East look at the Wuyuan Canyon, the west side Qinghai Lake". Legend has it that the Chinese princess broke the sun and moon treasure mirror here, and the sun and moon double pavilion and memorial hall in the mountains carry the historical memory of Han and Tibetans and pro-Chinese. The ancient Tangyu Road and Princess Spring in the scenic area have been linked to thousands of years, and the mountain road and colorful stone carvings show the essence of Tibetan culture. In summer, the grassland is full of flowers, and in winter, the silver is wrapped in plain clothes. You can experience outdoor projects such as hiking and yak riding in all seasons. As a key cultural relics protection unit in the country, Riyue Mountain has become an important window for visiting Qinghai-Tibet culture with a high reputation scored by 4.6.

周华平

There is a water slide in the Sky One scenic spot of Chaka Salt Lake. Take the elevator to a high position, wear well equipped, and then sit on something similar to a rubber boat and slide down the track. Not exciting, but fun.