Qinghai trip review: Proceed with caution, ladies
by CHRISTINA SIMMONS
Apr 19, 2025
😜 Dear friends, your travel enthusiast is here again! I went to Xining in August, and it was simply amazing😎!
📍Location Overview:
Xining is the capital of Qinghai Province, located in the northeastern part of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau🤗. It is a city with unique charm🎯.
🚗Transportation Guide:
✈ You can fly to Xining Caojiabao Airport, which is very convenient😃!
🚄 By train, you can go to Xining Station or Xining West Station🚀.
🚩3-Day Itinerary Plan:
Day 1: Visit Ta'er Monastery in the morning to experience the profound Buddhist culture🎆. In the afternoon, go to Dongguan Mosque to admire the exquisite architecture.
Day 2: First, visit Qinghai Lake to enjoy the vast blue canvas🌊. Then, go to Chaka Salt Lake to experience the magical mirror of the sky.
Day 3: Head to Kanbula National Forest Park to appreciate the beautiful natural scenery⛰.
🎯9 Must-Visit Attractions:
1. Ta'er Monastery🌟: A sacred place of Tibetan Buddhism with magnificent architecture.
2. Dongguan Mosque🎉: You can see exquisite Islamic architecture.
3. Qinghai Lake🌊: The largest inland lake in China, breathtakingly beautiful.
4. Chaka Salt Lake🧂: The mirror of the sky, perfect for dreamy photos.
5. Kanbula National Forest Park🌳: A mix of mountains and water, with excellent scenery.
6. Riyue Mountain🌄: Known for its beautiful legends and charming scenery.
7. Dangaer Ancient City🏯: Feel the ancient cultural atmosphere.
8. Nanfo Mountain🏞: A quiet and beautiful place.
9. Puning Pearl🗼: A great place to overlook Xining city.
💃Specific Ways to Enjoy These 9 Attractions:
Be quiet and respectful at Ta'er Monastery. Pay attention to your attire at Dongguan Mosque. You can cycle or take a boat at Qinghai Lake. Choose the right time to visit Chaka Salt Lake for better photos. You can hike to enjoy the scenery at Kanbula National Forest Park.
😋Local Food Recommendations:
1. Hand-grabbed mutton🐑: Tender and delicious, very fragrant😍!
2. Liangpi🥘: Smooth and chewy, tastes great.
3. Sweet fermented rice🍶: Sweet and refreshing.
4. Highland barley cake🌮: Full of wheat aroma.
5. Ga Mian Pian🥟: Unique texture, very tasty.
6. Dog urine cake🌯: Special name, good taste.
🏨Accommodation Guide:
You can choose to stay in the city center for convenience and nearby food🎈. Or stay in homestays near attractions to be closer to nature😃.
💡Tips:
1. Be aware of altitude sickness🌞, and prepare in advance.
2. Bring warm clothes, as the temperature difference between morning and evening is large😱.
3. Respect local religions and customs🙏.
4. Pay attention to sun protection, as the UV rays are strong😉.
5. Be mindful of food hygiene to avoid stomach discomfort😕.
In short, Xining is a super beautiful place🎉! I love it here so much, the scenery is beautiful, the food is great💖, and I highly recommend everyone to visit. You will definitely fall in love with it🥰!
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