Self-driving Tour of the Northwest Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop | Dachaidan Emerald Lake

Today, I will share with you the fifth stop of the self-driving Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop - Dachaidan Emerald Lake. Since the disappointing experience at Chaka Salt Lake, I have been worried that the 'lakes' in the following itinerary might also be disappointing. However, upon arriving at Emerald Lake, my anxiety was finally replaced by surprise. 📍Detailed Address: Dachaidan Emerald Lake, located in Dachaidan Town, Dachaidan Administrative District, Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province. 🌟Highlights: Like different colored emerald gems embedded in the earth, Emerald Lake is clear and transparent. The lake contains various elements such as potassium, magnesium, and lithium in different concentrations, resulting in different colors. The inner layer of the lake is azure, the outer layer is milky blue, and the right side is olive green, creating a colorful scene🌈. 🕙Opening Hours: All year round: 9:00-18:00 💰Average Cost: 🎫Adult Ticket: 50 RMB/person; Discount Ticket: 25 RMB/person; 🚂Sightseeing Mini Train: 60 RMB/person 🧳Preparation Before Travel: Altitude 3148 meters, be aware of altitude sickness; the plateau is dry, windy, and has high UV radiation, so take personal preventive measures. 🚉Transportation Advice: 🚗Self-driving (drive carefully) 🏨Accommodation Advice: Stay in Dachaidan Town, where there are many hotel and dining options. You can also replenish supplies here during your self-driving trip.