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Short Holiday Fun in Xining and More: A Must-Have Guide

The short holiday is here! Want to explore Xining's popular twin lakes—Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake? This 2-day guide is your best travel companion. Save it now! / Must-See Attractions: ✨Chaka Salt Lake ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 9 Yanhu Road, Chaka Town, Ulan County, Haixi Prefecture Opening hours: 08:15–19:00, March 1 to September 29 Suggested visit duration: 2–4 hrs With salt as white as snow and a surface as pure as a mirror, the Sky Mirror here will transport you to a dreamlike world! 🏞️Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 109 National Road, Hu Scenic Area, Gonghe County, Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province Opening hours: 08:30–18:00 Suggested visit duration: 2–4 hrs The pointed peninsula juts into the lake like a sword, both magnificent and mysterious. A must-visit! 🌄Riyue Mountain ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: 40 km southwest of Huangyuan County, Xining City, Qinghai Province Opening hours: 08:00–18:00, October 15, 2024 to April 14, 2025 Suggested visit duration: 1–3 hrs A place of legend, with rolling hills and fluttering prayer flags, experience the piety and tranquility of the plateau. 🌸Jinyintan Grassland ⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 315 National Road, Haiyan County, Haibei Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture Opening hours: All day Suggested visit duration: 1–2 hrs Golden and white flowers intertwine to create a beautiful tapestry. Come for a close encounter with nature! 🌊Qinghai Dao Tang River Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐ Address: Near Xidao Highway, Gonghe County, Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture Opening hours: 08:00–18:00 Suggested visit duration: 1–2 hrs The clear river winds its way through the landscape. Experience the unique charm of a plateau river. / Things to Prepare Before Your Trip:🎒 👚 Clothing: Pack a jacket, fleece, long pants, and a down jacket to cope with the large temperature difference between day and night in Xining. 🕶 Accessories: Sunglasses, sunscreen, and a sun hat are essential due to the strong UV radiation on the plateau. 💳 Documents: ID card, student ID, etc., for discounts. Don't forget to bring them. 💊 Medicine: Rhodiola and cold medicine can help prevent altitude sickness and other discomforts. It's always better to be prepared. / Join a tour for a worry-free trip. Your Xining journey can be this simple and wonderful. Pack your bags and see you on the road!
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