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No need to go to Bolivia! Qarhan has embedded the "Mirror of the Sky" on the earth

Qarhan Salt Lake Must-Do Travel Guide 🌊 As China's largest salt lake, Qarhan's emerald lake water and salt crystal wonders are a visual feast ✨. This comprehensive guide will help you easily capture blockbuster photos and explore this secret realm where nature and industry intertwine! 🚗 Hassle-free transportation and tickets: From Golmud city center, carpool for 50 RMB/person, 1 hour direct to the scenic area. For self-driving, navigating to P2 parking lot is more convenient. The entrance ticket + sightseeing car package is 100 RMB, students get half price, and tourists from Zhejiang province get free admission with their ID card – super cost-effective! The sightseeing car is a must-take; for 60 RMB, it connects four core attractions including the Salt Flower Museum and Wanzhang Yanqiao (Ten Thousand Zhang Salt Bridge), saving you time and effort. 📸 Must-visit photo spots you shouldn't miss: Be sure to use a drone to capture aerial shots of the Wanzhang Yanqiao (Ten Thousand Zhang Salt Bridge). The 32-kilometer salt crust road looks like it's floating on the emerald lake, and at sunset, the contrast between the golden road and the blue lake is absolutely stunning. Wear a light-colored long dress for photos on the Crystal Boardwalk; the lake's reflection intertwines with the sky, instantly transforming into an upgraded "Mirror of the Sky." In the Thousand Island Salt Flower Area, squat down for close-up shots; the salt crystals refract rainbow light, as if you're stepping on crystals. Walk back 200 meters from the terminal station to the Salt Lake Swing, where you can capture dreamy back-shot photos with the salt lake and snow-capped mountains in the same frame 🏔️. 💡 Outfit and photography tips: Bright yellow or red long dresses photograph best; avoid blue to prevent blending in with the lake water. Bring high-top shoe covers to prevent corrosive brine from touching your skin. For advanced play, you can carpool to take an all-terrain off-road vehicle to explore the secret realm of the salt cliffs, or pick up a small salt crystal and hold it up to the sun to see its diamond-like luster. In the evening, wait on the north side of the salt lake to capture the pink and purple sunset mirage, creating an amazing atmosphere. 🍲 Food and precautions: On your way back, head to Golmud city center to eat Old Ma's Pit Pot Lamb; the crispy lamb with steamed buns is incredibly fragrant, and then enjoy a bowl of thick yak yogurt to cut through the richness. The altitude here is about 2670 meters, so avoid strenuous exercise to prevent altitude sickness. The UV rays are extremely strong; reapply SPF50+ sunscreen every 3 hours, and a windproof jacket is also essential. Do not touch the brine directly; if it gets on your skin, rinse immediately with clean water. To protect the salt lake ecosystem, please do not step on the salt formations! 👣 Go to Qarhan for a romantic rendezvous with salt crystals and lake water; every frame will be a hit on your social media feed 📱!
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Posted: Nov 30, 2025
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