【Chaka Salt Lake｜Step into the Mirror of the Sky and Encounter the Purest Dream】

When the snow shadows of the Kunlun Mountains reflect on the salt lake, and the little train whistles as it passes over the sparkling salt bridge, Qinghai’s "Mirror of the Sky" is blooming with breathtaking purity, creating an upside-down illusion under the plateau sun.

📍 Secret Photo Spots
❶ Mirror Dancer Area
💃 Best time: 1 hour after sunrise and 1 hour before sunset
👗 Outfit tips: Red dresses are best, orange/royal blue are next (avoid white)
📸 Creative angle: Low-angle shots of reflections, symmetrical composition for a more dreamy effect

❷ Century-old Little Train
🚂 Vintage journey: Ride the blue and white train across the azure salt sea
🎞️ Movie scene: Shoot at Platform 8, just like in "Spirited Away"
🌅 Golden hour: The evening train carriages cast long light trails

❸ Salt Sculpture Secret Spot
🗿 Artistic wonder: See the giant salt sculpture "Mu Tianzi’s Western Tour"
✨ Night surprise: Light shows transform the salt sculptures into crystal palaces

💡 Practical Guide
✅ Must-bring gear: Waterproof shoe covers (available for rent in the park)
✅ Sun protection: SPF50+ + polarized sunglasses (salt crystals reflect strongly)
✅ Photo tip: Shake the water surface to create ripples and capture starry light effects

🌊 Seasonal Highlights
June-August: Best mirror effect (rainy season with abundant water)
September-October: Fewer crowds and clear scenery (crisp autumn air)
Winter: Ice and salt wonders (half-price tickets)

🚗 Travel Tips
▪️ Stay at Sky No.1: A guesthouse inside the park with starry views from the window
▪️ Try salt lake cuisine: Specialty salt-baked lamb + Qinghai salt ice cream
▪️ Combo itinerary: Chaka + Qinghai Lake + Qilian three-day loop

🌅 When your reflection meets the skyline in the salt lake, you’ll understand—this pure white realm is the most magical mirror heaven has gifted to earth.