The Hidden Wonderland of Erlangjian in Gonghe

Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Tibetan Cultural Guide🦅 Dance with seagulls in the sky mirror! Tibetan watchtowers flying alongside seagulls! A must-visit in Gonghe, the aerial view of Erlangjian is stunning! Who says Qinghai Lake is only about water? Experience both Tibetan culture and a seagull feast! The boat tour at Erlangjian Scenic Area is worth every penny🚢 📍Address: Inside the lake scenic area on National Highway 109, Gonghe County, Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province ⏰Opening Hours: Year-round 08:30-18:00 (Don’t stay too late) 1️⃣ Tibetan Cultural Area Colorful prayer flags circle the white stupa! Tibetan moms braid colorful plaits for 10 yuan each 📸Tips: The best light is at 10 AM, using the watchtower as a background gives a strong ethnic vibe[ThumbsUp] 2️⃣ Seagull Viewing Platform Breadcrumb summoning magic! Siberian red-billed gulls will land on your palm[ThumbsUp] 🚶Avoid traps: Don’t buy the 5 yuan/bag seagull feed outside the scenic area (bringing small biscuits secretly is more cost-effective)[Victory] 3️⃣ Boat Dock The turquoise Qinghai Lake hits you 360°! Choose the double-decker boat, the second floor has unbeatable views[Cute] 💡Trip TIPS: The 3 PM boat shows the diamond-like sunlight sparkling on the lake surface[Love] 🎫Tickets: Peak season 90 yuan / Off-season 50 yuan (half price with student ID) Boat tour separately 140 yuan/person 🏔️Hidden Activities: ▪️At the westernmost side of the scenic area, the prayer flag forest is perfect for photos in Tibetan robes ▪️At 4 PM, herders drive sheep by, instantly giving a grassland documentary vibe 📸Photo Hotspots: ① Bow of the second floor on the boat (use a telephoto lens to zoom in on the snowy mountains) ② Wooden railing at the seagull viewing platform (capture seagulls diving while throwing food) 🐑Food Bonus: Yak yogurt at the scenic area entrance! Add barley grains and gulp it down Tibetan guy grilling lamb skewers on the spot (remember to ask for less chili powder) ⚠️Plateau Reminder: ① Sunglasses + sunscreen must be firmly applied on your face ② Running after seagulls can cause altitude sickness, bring chocolate just in case