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Chaka Salt Lake
茶卡鹽湖8.7
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#1 of Best Things to Do in WulanOpen Opens at 07:30-19:30(Tickets available until 18:00; admission ends at 18:00)
Recommended sightseeing time:2-4 hours
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Chakayan Lake, Ulan, Haixi, ChinaMap
Phone0977-8246999, 0977-8240129
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Must-go attractions, if the weather is good, the photos are very beautiful, the sky mirror feels very dreamy, you can buy water shoes in the middle of the salt lake to play, go to the middle of the lake, there are many points that can be punched in.
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Chaka Salt Lake is located on the west side of Qinghai Lake in Chaka Town, Wulan County. It is approximately 80 kilometers from Heimahe Township on the coast of Qinghai Lake. Many travelers touring Qinghai Lake make a point of coming here. Salt has been harvested from Chaka Salt Lake for over 3000 years. The lake has a high salt content that naturally crystallizes to form a white layer over its surface that reflects the sky, clouds, and mountains on the opposite bank. Guests can even walk barefoot onto the lake's surface to view and photograph their own reflections.
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Salt LakeCaka Salt Lake, situated in Qinghai, China, is a natural wonder renowned for its ethereal beauty. Spanning over 100 square kilometers, it's one of the largest saltwater lakes in the region. What sets Caka apart is its striking pink hue during certain seasons, attributed to the presence of microorganisms and high salinity. The lake's landscape is surreal, with vast salt flats extending to the horizon, forming mesmerizing hexagonal patterns. Caka Salt Lake is also ecologically significant, providing habitat for migratory birds and supporting unique flora and fauna adapted to extreme salinity. Tourists are drawn not only to its surreal landscapes but also to the cultural richness of the Tibetan and Mongolian communities in the surrounding areas, making Caka Salt Lake a destination of natural and cultural intrigue. #timetotravel #China #instatravelJoe041213
A Fairy lake surrounded by snowy mountainsChaka Salt lake is a naturally crystallized saline lake surrounded by snow capped mountains in Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, China. It is located at an altitude of approx 3000m about 300km from Xining. The combination of the white lake with reflection of the sky in the water, the distant snowy mountain range, the fresh wind makes it a magical place. I went there in May. It snowed in the evening the day I reached Chaka town while the prediction was 6-12 deg. I carried a puffer jacket for just in case and that saved my life 😄. So, take your jackets no matter which time of the year you decide to visit 🤭nitt_kat11
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Chaka salt lake - winter landscape in summerWe spent about a week in Qinghai, mostly at Qinghai lake as we visited local horse racing there. I liked Chaka lake better than Qinghai lake (as I still don't understand why Qinghai lake entry tickets are so overpriced) We came to Chaka in the evening by bus from Qinghai lake and stayed in a hotel. In the early morning I walked about 3-4km to the Scenic area witnessing wildlife such as hares and ducks. At the entrance I requested information in English and there was an English speaking employee to give details which were quite helpful. The path in the area is about 5km long, there are some cafés at the beginning and special shoes and fancy dresses rental somewhere in the middle. Visiting Chaka was one of the highlights of this summer! There are 2 Scenic areas, I've been to one only (should have visited both) It's not easy to find a taxi in the area, so the English speaking employee helped to arrange it in the evening #chakasaltlake #chakaJenny_A7
Surrounded by SALTChaka Lake is a must to visit. We took a bus and a slow train to the lake . People use to walk all the way to the lake in the past. Glad we don’t have too. It is known as “Mirror of the Sky in China”. “Chaka” means “Salt Lake” in Tibetan. As the name, Chaka Lake is a famous natural crystal salt lake in Qaidam Basin, able to meet all Chinese’s need to salt for 75 years. The lake reflects wonderful images , but it depends on where and how you take your pictures. Unfortunately I wasn’t able to caption the reflection from the lake. However, we had a great time.Travelgirrl44
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Chaka Salt LakeGetting There - You can drive yourself, get a taxi or go with a tour group. You drive for kilometers on end mext to the big salt lake. We went a tour group so we had a bus that took us to the scenic area. It's pretty easy to locate when you are in the area. Attractions - The whole Chaka Salt lake are breathtaking! Just spectacular! You can take the train to the middle of the lake, there you can walk in the lake, do a photoshoot, eat a salty ice-cream, just take in the beautiful scenery, you can decide if you want to take the train back to the entrance/exit or you can walk back. Hotels - There are hotels 5-10 minutes drive from the salt lake. Food & Restaurants - There are shops to buy food and drinks. There's also a few small restaurants. Shopping - There are shops to buy....salt😋, souvenirs, food, something to drink and the blue ice-cream that you have to try! It has a salty taste but not overbearing, it's sooo good #silkroad #awesomepic #summervacation #naturalwonders #chakasaltlakeNicoleen3
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Chaka Salt Lake, the Mirror of the SkyChaka Salt Lake aka “Mirror of the Sky” truly lives up to its name 🪞 I wanted to share some shots from this magical place in Xining province which I’ve been sitting on for a while (honestly far too long) The journey to get here was hectic but boy was it worth it for the view 🤩 Fun fact: The Chinese name of this lake is 茶卡盐湖 or Chá kǎ yánhú. “Chaka” means salt lake in Tibetan while “yanhu” means salt lake in Chinese So this marvel of nature is actually named “Salt Lake Salt Lake” Go figure! 🚫Don’t go on a windy day or you won’t be able to see the mirror effect🚫 #travellater #chinatravel #xining #chakasaltlake #solotravel #solofemaletravelqueenb_travels42
Chaka Salt LakeGetting There - From Xining, there is a train to and from Chaka Lake. Only one train leaving from xining to chaka at 8am. The train returns 5:10pm. (Chaka to Xining). The train is not packed as Chaka is the only stop. (There is one stop before the lake also called Chaka, but it is for people that work in the are.) The train takes about 4:20 minutes. Attractions - Chaka salt lake Hotels - a day trip is more than enough Entrance fee: 80 yuan (Does not include train. The walk to the lake is much more quiet than the train and short.) Food & Restaurants - Dicos, Huizu cuisine, lots of beef noodles, Shopping - I mailed a postcard abroad. Some souvenir shops. Chaka lake was one of the better tourist experiences as a foreigner living in China. Very easy to get to from Xining, few people on the train. The staff on the train and park entrance did not make a big deal about encountering a foreigner. If you have traveled by train as a foreigner being in China during covid you will be surprised how smoothly it was to get on the train and into the park. For the train you will need the health code with green arrow, stamp showing when you entered China, phone number, vaccine record (phone one with health code is ok). Highly recommended as an easy day trip with not too much walking. Use the bathroom in the information/ticket office.Gaviota79812
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Qinghai's Chaka Salt Lake Is outstanding#salt #lake #qinghaitravel #qinghai #summervacation_TS***uq3
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Summer adventureQinghai in China is a great option for summer as the weather is milder due to higher altitude. Especially Chaka Salt Lake is worth to experience when you are looking for a more extraordinary adventure. You fly in to Xining and take a car from there for around 4hrs❣ #summervacation#urbanexplorerdavylegrand53
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Fabulous Day in Chaka Salt LakeFor my birthday, my boyfriend brings me to this beautiful natural place 🎊 This salt lake is also called “Mirror of the sky” for the reflective shots you can take. My advice is to just walk around and enjoy the views on the lake and the snowy mountains around ! You will not be disappointed 👌😉 Bring your best camera and outfits to take incredible shots of the salt lake, the snowy mountains and yourself for your next profile pics 📸 Tips 1: Stay until sunset 🌅😎 the views are unbeatable Tips 2: if you want to relax🧘♂️, there is also a Spa located in the site for salt bath and other relaxing spa activities with salt #happylaborday #travelguide #landscapes #beautifulnature #chinatravel #scenicspotphotoguideSixtine33
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Chaka Salt Lake is a natural, crystallised saline lake in Qinghai Province. It’s a vast and expansive landscape, with salt lake sections stretching as far as the eye can see - it’s said to be the largest salt mine in the world! There’s nothing like the feeling of salt between your toes...but this section of the Chaka Salt Lake was a little more painful than the others. The further you walk, the bigger (and sharper...) the pieces got. But, you won’t be able to stop taking pictures while here because it truly is beautiful! Can you capture the famous mirror-like photos? ⠀ 📍Chaka Salt Lake, Qinghai Province, China #leaveyourmarkMichaela (@uncoveringcities)5
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#awesomepic 🦸♂️The legendary mirror of the sky is the Uyuni salt marsh, which is located near the small town of Uyuni in southwestern Bolivia. It is the largest salt marsh in the world. The Uyuni salt marsh in Bolivia is the largest salt marsh in the world. The scenery and peaceful surroundings make it a dream place for many travel enthusiasts. Tea card, praised by the donkey friends as the sky of China, compared to Bolivia, the beauty here is more intoxicating green. It's still a quiet place that is rarely touched. As quiet as a virgin, stands quietly on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau like a city in the sky. Entering the tea card, your heart will be much quieter. #awesomepicjrobertbail5144
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Must-go attractions, if the weather is good, the photos are very beautiful, the sky mirror feels very dreamy, you can buy water shoes in the middle of the salt lake to play, go to the middle of the lake, there are many points that can be punched in.
A famous attraction, self-driving tour, is a very satisfied one in the entire Great Northwest Scenic Area, the weather was very good on the day I went, the photos were first-rate, the children forgot the time to play, it is very recommended
Chaka Salt Lake ～ is beautiful! Where the soul is washed, the pure lake water, the snowy lake salt. "The sky" is worthy of the name! When I went there, the weather was clear and there was no wind. The snowy mountains in the distance reflected in the lake like static landscape paintings. It was really beautiful!
I took a photo of the mirror of the sky, and the circle of friends said it was so beautiful. The important thing was said three times: Be sure to do a good job in sun protection and do a good job in sun protection! Be sure to do a good job in sun protection and do a good job in sun protection! Be sure to do a good job in sun protection and do a good job in sun protection! Be sure to do a good job in sun protection and do a good job in sun protection! Be sure to do
The most beautiful scenic spot on the Qinggan Dahuan Line, no loss is the sky, definitely worthy of the name! It's really beautiful! Of course, the weather must be sunny and genius. It is not recommended to come to the scenic spot on rainy days. The scenery should be greatly discounted! The scenic spot is very windy and pay attention to keep warm! Taking pictures on a sunny day is really too much, and any shot is super beautiful scenery!