Great Summer Getaway Destinations
by logancreekGEM
Jul 14, 2025
Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Tibetan Cultural Guide🦅 Dance with seagulls in the sky mirror!
Tibetan watchtowers flying alongside seagulls! A must-visit in Gonghe, the aerial view of Erlangjian is stunning!
Who says Qinghai Lake is only about water? Experience both Tibetan culture and a seagull feast! The boat tour at Erlangjian Scenic Area is worth every penny🚢
📍Address: Inside the lake scenic area on National Highway 109, Gonghe County, Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province
⏰Opening Hours: Year-round 08:30-18:00 (Don’t stay too late)
1️⃣ Tibetan Cultural Area
Colorful prayer flags circle the white stupa! Tibetan moms braid colorful plaits for 10 yuan each
📸Tips: The best light is at 10 AM, using the watchtower as a background gives a strong ethnic vibe[ThumbsUp]
2️⃣ Seagull Viewing Platform
Breadcrumb summoning magic! Siberian red-billed gulls will land on your palm[ThumbsUp]
🚶Avoid traps: Don’t buy the 5 yuan/bag seagull feed outside the scenic area (bringing small biscuits secretly is more cost-effective)[Victory]
3️⃣ Boat Dock
The turquoise Qinghai Lake hits you 360°! Choose the double-decker boat, the second floor has unbeatable views[Cute]
💡Trip TIPS: The 3 PM boat shows the diamond-like sunlight sparkling on the lake surface[Love]
🎫Tickets:
Peak season 90 yuan / Off-season 50 yuan (half price with student ID)
Boat tour separately 140 yuan/person
🏔️Hidden Activities:
▪️At the westernmost side of the scenic area, the prayer flag forest is perfect for photos in Tibetan robes
▪️At 4 PM, herders drive sheep by, instantly giving a grassland documentary vibe
📸Photo Hotspots:
① Bow of the second floor on the boat (use a telephoto lens to zoom in on the snowy mountains)
② Wooden railing at the seagull viewing platform (capture seagulls diving while throwing food)
🐑Food Bonus:
Yak yogurt at the scenic area entrance! Add barley grains and gulp it down
Tibetan guy grilling lamb skewers on the spot (remember to ask for less chili powder)
⚠️Plateau Reminder:
① Sunglasses + sunscreen must be firmly applied on your face
② Running after seagulls can cause altitude sickness, bring chocolate just in case
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