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2-Day Itinerary: Qinghai Lake-Chaka Salt Lake-Riyue Mountain: Explore the Beauty of Western China

Friends! Here's your guide to a two-day tour of Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Riyue Mountain. Enjoy endless natural beauty and cultural experiences. Pack your bags and let's go! -- 💎Itinerary Overview: DAY 1: Riyue Mountain -> Qinghai Lake Daotang River Scenic Area -> Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Scenic Area 📝First stop, we'll cross Riyue Mountain, then explore the secrets of the Daotang River. Afterward, we'll stop at the Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Scenic Area to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of nature. DAY 2: Chaka Salt Lake -> Qinghai Lake Jinsha Bay Nature Reserve -> Jinyintan Grassland 📝Where is the Sky Mirror? Chaka Salt Lake will show you! Next, we'll visit the Jinsha Bay Nature Reserve and the Jinyintan Grassland. We look forward to seeing you there! -- Must-See Attractions: 🔶Chaka Salt Lake🔶 ★★★★★ Address: No. 9 Yanhu Road, Chaka Town, Ulan County, Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture Opening Hours: 08:15-19:00, March 1 to September 29 Duration: 2-4 hrs The salt here is white, like snow, reflecting the sky, pure as a mirror. It's like stepping into another world. 🔶Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Scenic Area🔶 ★★★★☆ Address: No. 109 National Road, Gonghe County, Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province Opening Hours: 08:30-18:00 Duration: 2-4 hrs The narrow, pointed peninsula stretches for over ten kilometers, shaped like a sword, and is spectacular from afar. The scenery along the way is breathtaking. 🔶Riyue Mountain🔶 ★★★★☆ Address: 40 km southwest of Huangyuan County, Xining City, Qinghai Province Opening Hours: 08:00-18:00, October 15, 2024 to April 14, 2025 Duration: 1-3 hrs Towering mountains and fluttering prayer flags, this is a place of pure legend. If you have time, come and experience it, and transform your journey. -- Some Tips: 🔺Souvenir Prices: Be discerning when buying souvenirs. Black goji berries, yak milk products, and Tibetan handicrafts from Qinghai Lake are all good choices. Remember to bargain💰. 🍜Food: Try the local Haidu cuisine. Don't miss the highland barley wine and hand-grabbed yak meat. They are delicious, but remember to control your portionsと_と. ✈️Airport Transportation: Check the official bus and taxi services to avoid unlicensed taxis. Travel with integrity for a more enjoyable trip😉. ❄️March Climate: The weather in March is cold at Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake, and the temperature difference between day and night is significant at Riyue Mountain. Remember to bring warm clothes to avoid catching a cold🧥. -- With that, our journey to the mystical lands of Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Riyue Mountain comes to an end. We hope you find your own enchanting moments in this place where yin and yang meet!
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