8-Day Travel Guide: Explore Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Dunhuang

Hey guys! If you're planning to explore the Northwest, you can't miss this 8-day travel guide to Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Dunhuang! It's a comprehensive guide, so save it now! -------- 🚗Route suggestions: DAY 1: Arrive in Lanzhou and enjoy a day of free time. Explore the city of Lanzhou! DAY 2: Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park -> Danxia Scenic Area - Viewing Platform. Spend a day exploring the Rainbow Mountains and marvel at the wonders of nature. DAY 3: Jiayuguan Pass -> Son of the Earth -> Sculpture Without Borders. Enjoy the weight of history and the infinity of art in one day. DAY 4: Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring -> Mingsha Mountain -> Mogao Caves. Experience the oasis in the desert and the thousand-year-old Buddhist caves. DAY 5: Cross Dangjin Mountain and arrive at Dachaidan Emerald Lake Scenic Area. Golden mountains and green waters, picturesque scenery. DAY 6: Chaka Salt Lake. The mirror of the sky, the beauty of the salt lake is intoxicating. DAY 7: Erlangjian Scenic Area of Qinghai Lake -> Qinghai Lake -> Riyue Mountain. Lake views and rolling hills, all in one day. DAY 8: Depart from Lanzhou, end your Northwest trip, and return home. 🏠 Return home with a full heart and endless memories! -------- Must-see attractions: 🏜️ Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring: Ride a camel across the dunes and experience the magnificence of the desert. Don't forget to take beautiful photos by Crescent Moon Spring! 🌈 Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park: The colorful Danxia landform is like a natural palette, and every photo is a masterpiece! 🌊 Chaka Salt Lake: Walking on the salt lake is like stepping into a mirror of the sky, with salt as white as snow, pure and dreamy. 🎥 Mogao Caves: Here, you can not only admire the stunning cave art, but also learn about Buddhist culture through dome movies. Each cave is a witness to history, and a thousand years of culture await your exploration. -------- Tips: - February climate: The temperature around Qinghai Lake is moderate, but you need to keep warm🧣. The wind is strong at Chaka Salt Lake, so bring a windproof jacket🧥. - Customs: Respect local customs and avoid making loud noises in religious places🤫. - Photo spots: The sunrise at Qinghai Lake🌅, the mirror of the sky at Chaka Salt Lake, the Mogao Caves and Mingsha Mountain in Dunhuang🏜️ are all beautiful photo spots! - Sun protection and moisturizing: The UV rays are strong on the plateau, so be sure to bring sunscreen🧴. The climate is dry, so keep your skin moisturized. - Food experience: Don't miss the Qinghai hand-grabbed mutton🍖 and Dunhuang donkey meat yellow noodles! -------- After visiting Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Dunhuang, your Northwest trip is complete. Pack your bags and start your next adventure!