Qilian Mountains Autumn Stunning Guide｜Secret Fairyland Check-in Guide

Passing through the Qilian Mountains, the beauty here is like God’s palette spilled over🍂

I want to ask my sisters, have you ever dreamed of stepping into a fairy tale world? In the Qilian Mountains, this dream can really come true! When the sunlight shines on the ridges, the whole forest glows✨

As a seasoned traveler who has been here 8 times, I carefully put together this must-have autumn guide. Save it + share it with your besties～

🚩One-day Highlight Route:
👉7:30 Depart from Xining (3h self-drive)
👉10:30 Menyuan Rapeseed Flower Sea (📍Menyuan Hui Autonomous County)
👉11:30 Arrive at Qilian County Town (time to eat🍲)
👉14:00 Zhuo’er Mountain Scenic Area (📍Babao Town, Qilian County, Haibei Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province)
👉16:00 Amindongso Viewing Platform (Free‼️)
👉18:00 Sunset chase on the mountaintop (breathtakingly beautiful😱)

📸Three Must-Check-in Photo Spots:
✅Zhuo’er Mountain Summit (ticket 60 RMB)
✅Amindongso 360° Viewing Platform
✅Babao Riverside Autumn Corridor

⚠️Important Tips:
✨Don’t miss the sunset at Zhuo’er Mountain! The light is stunning😭
✨Temperature difference in the mountains is over 15℃! Down jacket is a lifesaver🧥
✨Book tickets in advance during peak season! Don’t miss out!

🏨Accommodation Tips:
Recommended to stay in Qilian County Town (📍Babao Town, Qilian County, Haibei Prefecture, Qinghai Province)
Price: 200-400 RMB/night
Choose Tibetan-style guesthouses for a more authentic feel～

📌10 Survival Tips:
1️⃣SPF50+ sunscreen! UV rays are insanely strong☀️
2️⃣Wide-angle lens is a must! Regular phone cameras can’t capture it all
3️⃣Try Tibetan cuisine! Butter tea + hand-pulled lamb is a perfect match
4️⃣Cows and sheep rule the road! Yield to them first🐂
5️⃣Star gazers alert! The Milky Way is visible to the naked eye🌌
6️⃣Bring enough snacks! Few options in scenic spots
7️⃣Altitude sickness sufferers should acclimate 2 days in advance
8️⃣Best shooting times: 9-11 AM / 4-6 PM
9️⃣The grassland where three cows rest is perfect for photos (see picture)
🔟Mid-October is the best viewing period!

When I was there, I saw three cows resting on golden grass🐄, with a forest dyed in autumn colors behind them. It was like stepping into a painting!

Sisters, which spot are you most excited about? Tell me in the comments～ Or ask me anything, I’ll reply instantly, no ghosting!😘