Bolivia | Uyuni Salt Flats - A Real "Mirror of the Sky"

| Uyuni Salt Flats - the real "Mirror of the Sky". 👍 Recommended reason: The most dreamy reflection world on earth The Salar de Uyuni is the largest salt flat in the world and one of the most fairy-like places. During the rainy season, this place becomes a huge natural mirror, reflecting the sky, as if you are in the clouds; during the dry season, it becomes an endless white salt plain, like a giant white canvas, shocking. ✅ "Sky Mirror" wonder - during the rainy season (December to March), the salt marsh accumulates water, and the sky and the earth merge into one, forming a perfect reflection; ✅ Dreamy Starry Sky & Milky Way Reflection - At night, the stars are scattered on the salt marsh, as if stepping into the depths of the universe; ✅ Hexagonal salt crystals in the dry season - During the dry season (April to November), the surface of the salt marsh dries up, forming geometric patterned salt crystals, which are like entering a science fiction world; ✅ Fairyland-like sunrise and sunset - when the rays of light fall, the entire salt marsh changes into breathtaking colors such as pink, purple, golden yellow, and fiery red; ✅ Cactus Island Adventure - Isla Incahuasi, located in the center of the salt marsh, is covered with huge cacti and is the best place to climb and overlook the salt marsh; ✅ Explore the Train Cemetery - an abandoned steam train site, full of desolate and mysterious beauty, perfect for taking photos. ⸻ 📅 Travel guide: How to have fun in Uyuni Salt Flats? 🌟 Must-try items 📸 Sky Mirror Photography - Use the reflection on the water surface to take fantastic "floating photos" or symmetrical reflections; 🚙 Salt Flat Jeep Adventure - Take a four-wheel drive off-road vehicle and gallop across the vast salt plains to experience the magnificence of the end of the earth; 🏝 Climb up to Cactus Island - Climb up to Incahuasi Island and enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the salt marsh; 🌌 Milky Way Night Photography - On a clear night, the starry sky is reflected on the salt marsh, making for a dreamy photo; ⛺ Salt Hotel Accommodation——Experience the world's unique "salt brick" hotel construction and sleep on a bed made of salt! 🕰 Recommended play time 📌 Minimum 1 day, but 2-3 days is recommended so that you can enjoy the various wonders of the salt marsh at different times and in different weather. 🌧️ Rainy season (December to March): ✔️ Suitable for shooting the "Sky Mirror" effect, but some areas are inaccessible due to water accumulation; ✔️ It is recommended to stay for 1-2 nights to increase the probability of encountering a windless mirror effect. ☀️ Dry season (April to November): ✔️ White hexagonal crystals form on the surface of the salt marsh, with a unique landform, suitable for in-depth exploration by four-wheel drive; ✔️ Suitable for hiking on the island, enjoying the vast scenery, and photographing the unique landforms of the salt plain. ⸻ 🚗 Transportation Guide: How to get to Uyuni Salt Flats? 📍 Location: Salar de Uyuni is located in southwestern Bolivia. ✈ Aircraft: ✅ La Paz — Uyuni: There are flights every day, and the flight time is about 1 hour; ✅ Santa Cruz — Uyuni: Direct flights are available in some seasons. 🚂 Train: ✅ Oruro - Uyuni: Take the Bolivian Railway Company (FCA) train, about 7 hours journey. 🚌 Bus: ✅ La Paz-Uyuni: Long-distance bus, departing at night, the journey takes about 10 hours, and it is recommended to choose a sleeper bus. 🚙 4WD Salt Flats Tour: ✅ After arriving in Uyuni, you can sign up for a one-day salt flat tour or a multi-day expedition in the town, and the four-wheel drive driver will lead tourists to major attractions. ⸻ 🏨 Accommodation recommendation: Stay in a "hotel made of salt"! 💎 Featured Salt Hotel Recommendations: 🏨 Palacio de Sal (Salt Palace Hotel) - The world's first salt hotel, with walls, furniture and beds all made of salt, providing an excellent experience; 🏨 Luna Salada Hotel - the most luxurious salt hotel, offering a restaurant with a view, hot springs, and panoramic rooms; 🏨 Cristal Samaña - A uniquely designed salt brick dome house, perfect for taking photos. 💡 If you want to take pictures of the starry sky, it is recommended to choose a salt hotel farther away from the city, where there is less light pollution at night and the view is better! ⸻ 🍽 Food recommendation: Try the Bolivian flavor! 🥘 Llama Steak - a specialty of Bolivia, low in fat and high in protein, with tender meat; 🌽 Salteñas - baked pies similar to Argentinian Empanadas, filled with meat and vegetables; 🥔 Papas a la Huancaína (creamy potatoes) - rich in milk flavor and paired with chili sauce, very distinctive; 🥤 Quinua Soup - A traditional soup from the Bolivian highlands, warm and nutritious; 🍷 Coca Tea - A traditional local drink that helps relieve altitude sickness. 📍 Recommended restaurants: ✅ Tika - Uyuni's most popular local restaurant, serving traditional Bolivian dishes; ✅ Minuteman Revolutionary Pizza - American-style pizza shop, perfect for some familiar fare; ✅ Lliphi - A combination of Bolivian local cuisine and Western food, suitable for tourists of all tastes. ⸻ 💗 Other Tips ✔️ Altitude sickness: Uyuni is about 3,656 meters above sea level. It is recommended to take anti-altitude sickness drugs in advance, drink plenty of water, and avoid strenuous exercise; ✔️ Dressing Guide: • Rainy season (December-March): Bring slippers, shorts, and a waterproof jacket to avoid getting your clothes wet; •Dry season (April-November): Large temperature difference between day and night, short sleeves + sunscreen during the day, thick coats at night; ✔️ Photography Tips: • When shooting the "Sky Mirror", it is recommended to wear brightly colored clothes to create a more contrasting effect; •When photographing the Milky Way at night, a tripod is needed to improve stability. ✔️ Salt marsh environmental protection: Please carry garbage bags with you to keep the natural beauty pure. 🌟 Uyuni Salt Flats is a place you must visit at least once in your life. Whether it is the Sky Mirror, the hexagonal salt crystals, or the reflection of the Milky Way, every moment is shocking!