Code it! Travel Guide for Qinghai-Gansu

📣 The Great Northwest is a treasure trove that captivates at first sight. Vast deserts, clear blue skies, and snow-capped mountains—each scene is a stunning masterpiece, and every snapshot is a work of art. Here's a meticulously prepared "Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop 6 Days and 5 Nights" travel guide to help you experience the majestic beauty of the Great Northwest! ———————— 🧳Preparation for the Trip ✔️Documents: ID card, student ID, military ID, journalist ID, and other documents that may offer discounts ✔️Clothing: The Great Northwest has significant temperature differences between morning and evening. If you're traveling now, bring a windbreaker or down jacket. If it's warmer, a jacket will suffice. ✔️Electronics: Drone, power bank, headphones, chargers, etc. ✔️Medications: Cold medicine, stomach medicine, band-aids, etc. ✔️Others: Sunscreen, sunglasses, umbrella, disposable bed sheets, disposable toilet seat covers, etc. ✅Classic 6-Day Itinerary 💎Day 1: Xining - Qinghai Lake - Chaka Salt Lake - Delingha 💎Day 2: Delingha - U-shaped Highway - Water Yadan Ghost City - Dachaidan Town 💎Day 3: Dachaidan - Emerald Lake - Black Mountain - Oil Town - Dunhuang 💎Day 4: Dunhuang - Mogao Caves - Mingsha Mountain Crescent Lake - Dunhuang Night Market - Dunhuang 💎Day 5: Dunhuang - Son of the Earth - Jiayuguan - Rainbow Danxia - Zhangye 💎Day 6: Zhangye - Qilian Grand Canyon - Qilian Grassland - Gangshika Snow Peak - Xining ———————— ✅Highlights of Qinghai and Gansu 🔱Qinghai Lake: Crystal blue waters surrounded by stunning scenery, like a dazzling gem on the plateau 🔱Chaka Salt Lake: The lake surface reflects the sky and your silhouette clearly, as if stepping into the heavens 🔱Water Yadan: Mysterious and awe-inspiring Yadan landforms that leave visitors in amazement 🔱Emerald Lake: Green waters resembling scattered emeralds on earth, every photo is wallpaper-worthy 🔱Mogao Caves: A treasure trove of art with exquisite murals and statues, the details are breathtaking 🔱Mingsha Mountain Crescent Lake: A unique sight where sand and spring coexist; amidst the vast desert, Crescent Lake is as enchanting as a jade, mysterious and romantic 🔱Zhangye Rainbow Danxia: Vibrant mountain formations like nature's spilled paint palette, stunningly beautiful ———————— 💁Pre-Trip Tips 💫Check the Weather: Always check the weather forecast and cloud maps before departure 💫The Great Northwest has large temperature differences between day and night, strong winds, and low temperatures. Remember to bring enough warm clothing such as down jackets, windbreakers, warm hats, boots, and gloves. 💫Prevent Altitude Sickness: Some areas in Qinghai have high altitudes, which may cause altitude sickness. Prepare altitude sickness medication like Rhodiola (start taking it a few days in advance). Avoid strenuous activities upon arrival, drink plenty of water, and rest well. 💫Sun Protection Essentials: The Northwest has strong UV rays. Sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, and sun-protective clothing are a must to avoid sunburn or tanning! ------------------------------------ ⚠Tips: 1⃣Bring a thermos. The water in the Northwest is relatively hard, so it's best to drink boiled water. Hotels provide it! 🏨 2⃣The local cuisine mainly features beef and lamb, with a spicy flavor. If you're not used to it, bring some snacks. The locals are super friendly! 🙌 3⃣Qinghai has many ethnic minorities. Remember to respect local beliefs and customs, and avoid loud noises!