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Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake Travel Guide for Friends

Hey friends! The classic and popular attractions in the northwest, Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake, are waiting for you! Enjoy a 6-day tour with a comfortable itinerary, and carefully selected hotels and food. Set off with your friends now! -------- 🚗Route suggestion: 6-day Qinghai and Gansu Grand Loop Tour🎈 D1: 🌊Erlangjian Scenic Area, Qinghai Lake Enjoy the magnificent and mysterious plateau lake. D2: 🧂Chaka Salt Lake->💚Emerald Lake, Dachaidan Visit the mirror of the sky, Chaka Salt Lake, and then head to Dachaidan to admire the fantastic colors of Emerald Lake. D3: 🛶Wusute Water Yadan Geopark->💧Dongtai Jinaier Lake->👻Ghost City of South Eight Immortals Cross the Water Yadan, explore the beautiful scenery of Dongtai Jinaier Lake, and then feel the mysterious charm of the Ghost City of South Eight Immortals. D4: 🌙Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring->🎨Mogao Caves Ride a camel to wander around Mingsha Mountain, enjoy the tranquility of Crescent Spring, and then visit the art treasures of Mogao Caves. D5: 👶Son of the Earth->🗿Sculpture Without Borders->🏛️Hanwu Xiongfeng->🏰Jiayuguan Pass Feel the shock of the Son of the Earth, appreciate the creativity of Sculpture Without Borders, experience the historical heritage of Hanwu Xiongfeng, and finally visit the magnificent Jiayuguan Pass. D6: 🌈Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park->📖Gansu Provincial Museum Explore the colorful and beautiful Danxia landform, and then head to Gansu Provincial Museum to learn more about the history and culture of Gansu. -------- Must-visit attractions: - 🌈Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park: The park boasts a rich and spectacular Danxia landform with colorful and breathtaking views. Take a leisurely walk and enjoy the wonders of nature with your friends. - 🌊Chaka Salt Lake: Known as the mirror of the sky, the lake is like a mirror with picturesque reflections. Walk barefoot to the lake and feel the fusion of water and sky, or take a small train deep into the lake to explore the purity and tranquility. - 🏯Mogao Caves: The caves are a treasure trove of Buddhist art, with thousand-year-old murals telling the vicissitudes of history. Enjoy the culture and learn about the profound Buddhist heritage with your friends, which is a spiritual journey. -------- Travel essentials: Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake itinerary checklist🧳 👕 Clothing: Down jacket, thermal underwear, sneakers, hat, scarf. The temperature around Qinghai Lake is low in February, so keeping warm is a priority. 🎒 Accessories: Power bank, sunscreen, sunglasses. The sun is strong on the plateau, so sun protection is a must. 📄 Documents: ID card, cash, bank card. When you go out, you must have your documents and money, and safety is the top priority. -------- Explore the charm of Qinghai Lake and the fantasy of Chaka Salt Lake, and start a romantic journey to the northwest!
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Posted: Feb 14, 2025
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