Qinghai Lake Travel Guide 20 19

Qinghai Lake is the largest inland lake in China and enjoys a high reputation. Since ancient times, the land is vast and sparsely populated, and the natural ecosystem has been well protected with little man-made damage. Now it has become a popular tourist attraction. Let's share the latest travel strategy of Qinghai Lake.

Optimal travel time

July-August is the most beautiful time in Qinghai Lake. At this time, the rape blossoms by the lake are in the flower season and the scenery is beautiful. The average temperature is about 15℃, which is relatively comfortable.

Bird Island has the most birds from April to June, which is a good time for bird watching. But the best season for the big swan is between June 165438+ 10 and February of the following year.

Clothing preparation

For brightly colored clothes, you can choose fancy shawls as accessories.

Sunglasses, sunglasses, sunglasses! ! The large area of white in Chaka Salt Lake can easily stab your eyes.

Sun protection, high-altitude ultraviolet rays are strong, and it is best to take sun protection measures.

Qinghai Lake is located on the plateau, with a large temperature difference. Check the local weather before going out. I went there in early July. It's still cold at sunrise in the morning, so you need to wear thin down or coat. You can refer to it

? Food recommendation

mutton

The mutton in the northwest has no smell, so you must try it. Kangkeng lamb chops and hand-grabbed sheep are mainly recommended.

Meat. Hand-grabbed mutton pays more attention to the original flavor, and Kangkeng lamb chops have cumin and northwest characteristics.

The main ingredients of Kangkeng lamb chops are potatoes and broad flour. Potatoes are crispy when fried, but they are easy to get bored when eaten too much, but they still taste very good.

Hand-grabbed mutton is a famous dish, which is said to have a history of nearly a thousand years. Originally named after eating with hands. There are three ways to eat, that is, hot (steamed in a cage after slicing, dipped in three heavy oils), cold (dipped in refined salt directly after slicing), and fried (fried in a pot and eaten while frying).

Recommended index: ★★★★★☆.

Old yogurt

Qinghai old yogurt is solid, smoother in taste, more sour than ordinary yogurt, and needs to be eaten with honey or sugar. It's normal for old yogurt to have a yellow layer on it, so don't worry!

Tip: This is very similar to the yogurt in Xibei Youmian Village!

Recommended index: ★★★★★☆.

Gamian

Actually, Mian is Lamian Noodles, but it has been given other names in this land. Noodles have different names according to their shapes, ingredients and cooking methods. It should have the same effect as pimples, and it is very delicious in the local area.

Recommendation index: please taste it yourself ~

Niangpi

Strange to say, although the technology is similar, the reputation of stuffing skin is far less than that of cold skin. The fermented skin is yellow in color, almost square in cross section, sour and spicy in taste, and the garlic juice is also very rich in flavor. Because it is thicker than cold noodles, the taste of fermented skin is more elastic.

Tip: The stuffing is heavy, and friends who eat it for the first time may not be used to it.

Recommended index: ★★★★★

Narrow working face

Sausage noodles are one of the more distinctive snacks in Qinghai. Sausages are divided into sausages and noodle sausages. It is cool in summer and hot in winter, which is quite versatile.

Recommended index: more emphasis on taste, be careful.

Dog urine

In fact, when frying pancakes with green oil, the action of pouring oil along the pan with a small oil pan is like the posture of a dog peeing at the root of a wall, so it is called "dog urine".

Recommended index: Qinghai Lake has none.

Must-see attractions

The scenic spots marked on the map are of personal interest and are for reference only.

Erlangjian scenic spot

It is a part of the official circle that goes deep into the scenic spot of Qinghai Lake, with hot air balloons, cruise ships and other recreational facilities.

Tips: There are many Tibetan private circles around Qinghai Lake. You can go here if you want to pursue higher cost performance. You must negotiate the price with Tibetans in advance.

Heimahe town

Heimahe Township is famous mainly for its excellent sunrise angle. This area has a wide field of vision and almost no obstructions, which is widely sought after by photographers. Many large films of sunrise in Qinghai Lake also come from here.

Tips: Generally, people who want to watch the sunrise in Qinghai Lake will choose to live in Heimahe Township, where the infrastructure is relatively complete and there are many restaurants to choose from.

Kaka salt lake

Known as the "land of the sky", Chaka Salt Lake was named as one of the "55 places to visit in life" by National Tourism Geography magazine. Don't look too good at the photos on the internet. If you are in a hurry or afraid of the sun, you can take a small train to visit the panorama. If you want to appreciate the beauty of tea cards, you'd better take a walk by yourself.

Tips:

1. If you can choose, try to go to Chaka Salt Lake when the weather is good, so the photos taken will be very effective.

If it is cloudy when you go, you can try black and white photos. Because Chaka Salt Lake has a large area of white, it is an excellent choice to wear brightly colored clothes, such as red.

Bird Islet

Bird Island is called "Bird Kingdom" because it is home to nearly100000 migratory birds. In fact, it is two islands, one east and one west, opposite to each other, living near the lake. Birds begin to fly to Bird Island in April, and May-June is the best season for bird watching. Birds will leave after July. But the best time to watch the swan is between June 165438+ 10 and February of the following year.

Shadao

Sand Island is the largest island in Qinghai Lake. Just like a crescent moon, a new type of sand dune floats on the water, which is a great wonder in the lake. Together with the undulating sand hills on the east bank of the lake, it constitutes a unique desert landscape in Qinghai Lake area, and we can't help but sigh the magic of nature.

Reminder: If you just want to play with sand, there is a Jinsha Bay in the east of Hudong that doesn't need tickets, but the amusement parks on the roadside are privately run by local Tibetans, and the fees range from 20 to 30 yuan. You can also bargain!

Other scenic spots

Jinshawan

Jinshawan is located on the east road around the lake. You can walk some way west from the sand dunes, and you can also see the blue Qinghai Lake behind the sand mountain. You can go sand skiing, ride a camel and experience a sand motorcycle. There are many sightseeing projects, and the price is cheaper than that of sand island.

Daotanghe

Daotang River is named because it is different from other rivers and goes west. Daotanghe Scenic Area is located next to Daotanghe Town, which is a small area where Tibetans live in compact communities. Different from other scenic spots, it mainly wears Tibetan clothes and rides yaks to take pictures. Those who are not interested in these activities don't have to come in ~

riyue mountain

Sun and Moon Mountain is a very important dividing line of China's physical geography, but it is not important for travelers. The scenic spots are mainly two pavilions, the Sun Pavilion and the Moon Pavilion. Those who especially like history can go and have a look. It's quite humanistic. But don't go if you don't want to climb up and down, so as not to be disappointed, just watch from a distance.

The Atomic City

Atomic city is the first nuclear weapons research and development base in China, where the first atomic bomb and the first hydrogen bomb of the motherland were born. Those who are interested in this kind of scientific research can come and have a look, and those who are not interested can save a ticket fee.

Jinyintan grassland

Grassland is divided into Jin Tan and Yintan. A small river flows through it, and there is a kind of golden fragrant floret named Jin Lumei on the grass beach on the north shore, so it is called Jintan. On the grass beach on the south bank is the world of silver plums, called Silver Beach.

Tips: This scenic spot is mainly some entertainment facilities. I have just been to Zoige grassland before I went there, so this scenic spot is not very attractive to me.

means of transportation

1. chartered car&; be self-drive

The car traffic in Qinghai Lake is not very convenient, and it is also very inconvenient to change trains. Charter is a more convenient way for ordinary people. These chartered drivers basically have relatively mature routes.

Introduce our chartered master. They undertake custom-made high-quality and high-service travel carpool chartered cars in Qinghai and contact the chartered car master. The master is very kind and considerate. He told us to buy tickets in advance (it is very important to buy tickets in advance) and introduced some scenic spots worth visiting. The chartered master took care of us all the way and spent an unforgettable time with us on this trip to the northwest. If you go to Qinghai, you can contact the chartered master (WeChat: 19959772804). It's easy to customize the route, and the master service recommended by the price is quite good.

cycling

It takes about 4 days to ride around Qinghai Lake normally, depending on one's physical strength. Attached below is a more classic cycling route.

Day 1: Xihai Town → Jinshawan → Hudong Farm → Qinghai Lake Fishing Ground →15/base → Jiangxi ditch.

The journey is about 100 km, and it takes about 6 hours to ride. The road conditions are mostly hilly and slightly difficult.

Tips: National Highway 2 18 is the main traffic artery in Qinghai. There are many large trucks coming in and out, so it is forbidden to ride close to the roadside.

The next day: Jiangxi ditch → Heima River → Shinaihai → Bird Island.

The journey is about 95 kilometers, mainly in the gentle and low undulating section. Today, we will experience the most beautiful road section-Huanhu West Road. Qinghai Lake is close at hand, and the pastoral Tibetan style makes the soul seem to be in heaven.

Day 3: Bird Island → Buha River → Qinghai-Tibet Railway → Quanji → gangcha county → Hargeer Township.

The journey is about 93 kilometers, and almost the whole journey is a gentle road. However, about two kilometers out of Gangcha, there was a difficult uphill, and it was cool after reaching the top of the slope. More than 20 kilometers of downhill and flat roads lead to Hargill Township.

Day 4: Hallgeir → Ganzi River → Dezhou → Xihai Town.

There are only 60 kilometers left on the last day. If you have a physical partner, you can combine the itinerary for the next two days. Challenge your limits.

3. cars

Cars are more troublesome, and there are special tourist lines departing from Xining in the peak season of Bird Island and Erlangjian. However, it is troublesome to directly contact various scenic spots, and there are few or no buses a day.

Accommodation guide

There are many places to stay around Qinghai Lake, such as Xihai Town, Erlangjian, Bird Island, Heimahe Township and Huanhu West Road.

The first recommended place is Heimahe Township. Heimahe Township has a relatively complete infrastructure, and there are many dining options, and it is not far from the place where the sunrise is seen.

The second recommended place is Huanhu West Road. Many hotels around West Lake Road are close to the lake. In the evening, you can watch the sunrise in the hotel or go for a walk by the lake. However, it should be noted that there are few dining options here, which are basically solved in hotels.

Tips: Hotels around Qinghai Lake are expensive in peak season, but the conditions are average. Don't expect too much. In addition, the hot water supply in some hotels is not very good, so remember to choose 24-hour hot water supply when choosing.