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#Emerald Lake Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Qinghai Emerald Lake
The depth of the Qaidam Basin, the plateau salt lake at an altitude of more than 3,000 meters, like a gem falling into the human world, come here to appreciate it from the perspective of God, one by one The salt lake is like a piece of emerald embedded in the earth. The green is presented here to the fullest, deep or shallow, or thick or light...
Post-00s bravely exploring the Northwest: Real feelings and suggestions (unedited)
Ahhh, I didn't expect my first trip to such a far place to encounter an amazing Northwest group with an exceptional experience, I really want to tell you all about it
We joined a small group of 4, which saved quite a bit of money. The hotel we stayed at was arranged by the group in advance, so we could check in directly upon arrival without any worries. An important point is that there was absolutely no hidden consumption, I thought the guide would take us shopping... but instead, they even told us some tips to avoid tourist traps, I really want to cry
👔 Some fashion advice:
·Grassland: You can wear a white dress and denim style
·Lakeside: Choose beautiful long dresses, and even windbreakers look better and warmer than imagined
·Desert: Black camisole dress, spicy girl style, leather jackets also make for great photos~
·Rainbow Danxia: Suitable for solid colors (black and white)
Small tips (Northwest has strong UV rays, so it's advised to bring sunglasses, a sun hat, and as for shoes, just a pair of Martin boots and a pair of slippers will be enough)
Scenery that I think is worth visiting
➡️ ➡️
🔸Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Emerald Lake (each with its own characteristics)
🔸Mogao Caves, Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring (remember to take photos first when renting costumes📷)
🔸Rainbow Danxia (nature's specialty), Qilian Grassland
Everyone who set off together was around the same age, with no friction. I thought the group meals would be just so-so, and was mentally prepared, but then I found out the meals had a good mix of meat and vegetables, and some special local dishes, so enjoyable~ Before going, I was really afraid of joining a group, afraid of falling into traps and not having a good time, but after going, I sincerely want to praise this group experience, it was super cool, saved quite a bit of money! I'm so grateful for the team leader who took care of us during the trip and the fun companions, enjoyed an amazing journey
Unlock another color of the plateau
🚩 Location: Located on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau in Qinghai Province, China, the Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop is a classic route that connects the natural and cultural landscapes of Qinghai and Gansu provinces.
💎 Dachaidan Emerald Lake Dachaidan Emerald Lake Tourist Area: As the shining pearl on the Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop, this natural wonder at an altitude of 3148 meters is known for its unique emerald color and the reputation of 'Mirror of the Sky', attracting countless travelers' attention.
🚗 How to get there: Self-driving or chartered car is the best way to explore the Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop. There is no entrance fee for Dachaidan Emerald Lake, allowing you to enjoy the gifts of nature. However, please note that some sections of the road may be primitive, and extra caution is advised when driving on rainy days.
☀️ Weather tip: Sunny days are the best time to explore the Emerald Lake, as only under the sunlight can the lake surface reflect the mesmerizing emerald color.
📸 Recommended visiting time: It is suggested to reserve 2-3 hours. Here, every shutter click might capture a unique scenery. Wear brightly colored clothing to leave a vivid mark in this 'Mirror of the Sky'.
🚫 Safety tip: The Emerald Lake is a salt lake, and for your safety, please do not enter the water. And definitely do not taste it, as it is industrial salt. Respect nature, admire from a distance without desecration, and safety always comes first.
📝 Summary: On the journey along the Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop, the beauty of Dachaidan Emerald Lake even surpasses that of the Chaka Salt Lake, making it a must-visit spot for every traveler. Of course, beauty is subjective, and personal preferences vary, but the unique charm of the Emerald Lake is definitely worth exploring.
🌟 Don't miss: On the Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop, Dachaidan Emerald Lake is a natural wonder you shouldn't miss. Its color, its tranquility, its mystery, are all waiting for your exploration and discovery.
After 8 visits to the Jade Lake, I stayed up late to summarize 15 tips to avoid pitfalls
🌈 The Da Qaidam Jade Lake is like a palette overturned by God, simply a divine existence. So how can you see the colors you want to see? I've put together a super detailed guide hoping to help you.
1️⃣ Entrance fee is 50 yuan, sightseeing train is 60 yuan per person, opening hours are 07:30-20:00, it is recommended to play for 3-5 hours. If you have enough time and energy, you can choose not to take the train and enjoy walking, playing, and taking photos.
2️⃣ The train (non-stop) route: Ticket Hall → Lake No.2 (final stop); Train return route: Lake No.2 → Lake No.3 → Lake No.4 → Lake No.5 → Lake No.6 → Ticket Hall. The train stops at each station, with a 10-15 minutes interval per trip, no time limit for play, you can get on and off at the stations; Operating hours: 07:30-20:40 (last train leaves from Lake No.2); Board the train with a paper ticket, one ticket per person; valid for the day of purchase only, no refunds or exchanges once sold. It's best to sit on the left side for a better view.
3️⃣ The round trip is about 10 kilometers, with 6 stations in total, each station is about 1 kilometer apart, it is recommended to walk if you are physically fit, and not to follow the train route but go straight. Currently, the scenic area has not arranged for visits to Lake No.1 salt lake.
4️⃣ Lake No.2 and Lake No.6 are the filming locations of the movie starring Yi Yang Qianxi; to capture the reflection of the train, go to Lake No.3.
5️⃣ Tour route: After getting off the train, first play at Lakes No.1 and No.2, then return to the main road on the other side, follow the order of Lakes No.3, No.4, No.5, No.6, No.7/No.8, and finally take the return train at Station No.5 back to the entrance of the scenic area.
6️⃣ To get good photos at Da Qaidam Jade Lake, you definitely need a drone. If you don't have one, there are services in the scenic area that can help you take photos, 300 yuan per person.
7️⃣ Good weather is essential for good photos, so check the weather forecast before you go. However, on sunny days it's super sunny, so be sure to do a good job with sun protection. It is recommended to enter after 4 pm.
8️⃣ Residents of Shaoxing, Zhejiang can get free entrance, only need to purchase the train ticket.
9️⃣ The best visiting times are before 11 am or after 4 pm.
🔟 The Love Salt Lake is not visible to the naked eye; a drone is needed.
1️⃣1️⃣ Accommodation is available in Da Qaidam Town, about 12 kilometers from the scenic area, approximately an 18-minute drive, with a variety of options including Vienna, Xingcheng and other chain brands.
1️⃣2️⃣ Jade Lake is a salt lake with many variable salt cover caves and the salt water can corrode shoes and clothing, so it is advised not to enter the water carelessly and be careful of salt caves. If you want to lie on the ground for photos, be prepared to discard your clothes at any time. Swimming in the lake or soaking feet is prohibited.
1️⃣3️⃣ The altitude of Jade Lake is 3150 meters, which can easily cause altitude sickness, so it is advised not to engage in strenuous exercise or get overly excited.
1️⃣4️⃣ The temperature on the plateau is low and the temperature difference between day and night is large. If you want to watch the sunrise/sunset, it is recommended to bring warm clothing.
1️⃣5️⃣ Jade Lake is the least affected by weather among all the salt lake scenic areas in Qinghai.
1️⃣6️⃣ Lake No.1 is the largest Tiffany blue lake and is the only one with an observation deck, offering glass boat rides and paid aerial photography, but it's very crowded during peak season; Lake No.2 is also worth visiting, although not many recommend it, it's really beautiful; Lake No.3 is the only yellow lake, where you can take photos of the distant snow mountains, not many tourists; Lake No.4 is the largest green lake, where you can see white cotton-like spherical crystals, few tourists, best photo spot as shown in the picture; Lake No.5 is a heart-shaped lake, requires aerial photography, the water is yellow-green when the weather is good, and dark green when it's cloudy, there's also a more standard heart-shaped lake nearby; Lake No.6 is a stunning blue lake, the salt bridge in the center of the lake is very photogenic, and it's also where the glass boat is located; Lake No.7 is where the long tail and piano are located, many wedding photos are taken here, it's close to the entrance and crowded, during peak season you may need to queue for photos with the long tail; Lake No.8 is mentioned in other guides as a less crowded alternative to the long tail.
💥 Route recommendation
D1 Departure → Xining
D2 Xining → Qinghai Lake rapeseed flowers / cycling / afternoon tea → Chaka
D3 Chaka Salt Lake → Da Qaidam Jade Lake → Da Qaidam
D4 Da Qaidam → U-shaped road → Water Yadan → Bicolor Lake → Mars No.1 Highway starting point → Cucumber Ridge Yadan → Mangya
D5 Mangya → Aiken Spring Devil's Eye → Mangya Jade Lake → Distant view of Qianfoya Yadan → Gasikule Lake → Mangya
D6 Mangya → No.5 Oil Base → Heidushan (distant view) → Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring sunset → Dunhuang
D7 Dunhuang → Mogao Caves → Desert party / off-road desert surfing/camping → Dunhuang
D8 Dunhuang → Son of the Earth → Unbounded → Wind Whisperer → Jiayuguan → Zhangye
D9 Colorful Danxia → Qilian Grassland → Menyuan / Flower Sea → Xining
Let's go to the Northwest for the May Day holiday
You will never know how wonderful our country is until you visit the Northwest. It embodies vastness, wildness, depth, gentleness, and tenderness all in one. You will encounter deserts, snow mountains, Gobi, grottoes, Danxia landforms🎉, grasslands🌿, and glaciers.
Give yourself 5-7 days to travel through the classic beauty of the Northwest‼️
✅Must-visit attractions
◾️Qinghai Lake: The largest inland lake in Asia, the lake is incredibly beautiful under the blue sky and white clouds
◾️Chaka Salt Lake: Known as the mirror of the sky, it is one of the most beautiful salt lakes in China
◾️315 U-shaped Highway: Known as Qinghai's Route 66, it is very photogenic
◾️Emerald Lake: Known as the plateau's green gem, it is very worth visiting
◾️Zhangye Danxia: One of China's Danxia landform landscapes, a true natural wonder
◾️Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring: The spring is shaped like a crescent moon,
- ✅Recommended 7-day itinerary in the Northwest
◾️D1: Xining - Moon Mountain - Qinghai Lake - Chaka Salt Lake - Chaka Town or Delingha City【Stay】
◾️D2: Chaka Salt Lake - Emerald Lake - Dachaidan Town【Stay】
◾️D3: Internet-famous 315 Highway - Qinghai Yardang - Dongtaijiner Lake - Water Yardang - Dachaidan Town【Stay】
◾️D4: Dachaidan - Heidushan - Oil Town or Silk Road Heritage City - Dunhuang Ancient City - Dunhuang City【Stay】
◾️D5: Mogao Caves - Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring - Shazhou Night Market - Dunhuang City【Stay】
◾️D6: Dunhuang - Jiayuguan - Colorful Danxia - Danxia Town/Zhangye City【Stay】
◾️D7: Danxia Town/Zhangye - Biandukou Scenic Area - Qilian Mountains - Gangshika Snow Peak - Xining【Return】
- ❤️Warm tips: 1️⃣When you first arrive in the plateau area, please reduce strenuous activities and walk slowly. 2️⃣The climate is dry, please remember to drink water frequently and in small amounts. 3️⃣The ultraviolet rays are strong, be sure to take protective measures. 4️⃣The weather in the plateau area is changeable, pay attention to keeping warm and carry necessary cold-weather clothing. 5️⃣It is best to carry a camera, as many scenic areas can produce beautiful pictures.
Explore the comprehensive guide to the Great Northwest Loop of the Hoh Xil
"China is very beautiful, with seven parts of it in the Northwest."
Hoh Xil, known as the "Roof of China"
Here, you can see
Magnificent snow mountains🏔, grasslands, lakes, forests🌳
As you trek through this undeveloped land
You will be immersed in a natural environment where desolation and beauty coexist💕
🌄🌈 With the steps of summer, I came to the mysterious and magnificent Hoh Xil, embarking on an awe-inspiring journey around the Great Northwest Loop! Along the way, I witnessed the miracles of nature, experienced the unique Tibetan culture, and uncovered the secrets of this land. Let me share this unforgettable journey with you!✨✈
🌺Must-visit spots in the Northwest:
✅Qinghai Lake: Encounter cattle and sheep, green fields, yellow flowers, desert oases
✅Chaka Salt Lake: Take the popular train deep into Qinghai Lake, see the lake and sky merge into one
✅Cherchen Salt Lake: The yellow-green salt lake is dreamy and fantastical
✅Blood of the Earth: A dried-up red valley runs through the Gobi canyons, known as the "Blood Vessel of Qinghai's Earth"
✅G315 Highway: The U-shaped highway that reaches the sky, giving a cinematic road movie feel
✅Dongtaijinaier Lake: Maldives "Qinghai branch," pure Tiffany blue
✅Water Yadan: The bizarre Yadan landforms and the clear lakes are mottled and scattered
✅Xitaijinaier Lake: Half emerald green, half sky blue, under aerial photography, the distinction is clear
✅Aiken Spring: Like a palette sprinkled by God, transforming into a variety of dazzling red, purple, blue, green, yellow
✅Mangya Emerald Lake: Dark green, light green, yellow-green, ink green...
✅Petroleum Town: Film locations for movies like "The Ghouls" and "Western Wind"
🌈Itinerary:
✔D1 - Gather in Xining
✔D2 - Xining - Sacrificial Lake - Xianhada - Sacrificial Prayer Flags - Qinghai Lake Cycling - Chaka Town
✔D3 - Chaka - Chaka Salt Lake Sunrise - Dachaidan Emerald Lake - Dachaidan Snow Mountain Hot Spring
✔D4 - Dachaidan - Blood of the Earth - U-shaped Highway - Water Yadan - Xitaijinaier Lake - Mangya
✔D5 - Mangya - Aiken Spring - Secret Blue Hole Salt Lake - Mangya Emerald Lake - Mangya
✔D6 - Mangya - Ebo Liang - Petroleum Town - Desert Party - Starry Sky Camping - Dunhuang
✔D7 - Dunhuang - Mogao Caves - Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring Sunset - Dunhuang
✔D8 - Dunhuang - Son of the Earth - Guazhou - Jiayuguan - Zhangye Danxia Sunset - Zhangye
✔D9 - Zhangye - Qilian Mountain Grassland - Menyuan - Disband in Xining
⭕Warm Tips:
Hoh Xil has an average altitude of 4500 meters, you can take Rhodiola one week in advance to prevent altitude sickness
Do not approach/chase wild animals closely, you can use binoculars and telephoto lenses to observe from a distance
The attractions are far apart, it is recommended to prepare snacks, fruits, etc. in the car in advance
Prepare fleece, cotton clothes, down jackets, etc. for September/October/November
🔥Remember to bring sunscreen as the UV rays are strong along the way!!
This journey has given me countless beautiful memories and deep emotions, and it has made me love this mysterious land even more. If you are also looking for a sense of purity and freedom, then Hoh Xil is definitely a destination you can't miss!🌠🌏
Self-Driving Tour | This is a treasure trove privately kept by God, with water green, azure, yellow-green, and more
Recommended Reason: Da Qaidam Jade Lake was originally the mining area of the Da Qaidam Chemical Plant Salt Lake Mining Team, which has formed mining pits after years of mining. The brine pools, large and small, show different colors such as green, blue, yellow, and brown due to the varying content of mineral elements. Against the backdrop of the blue sky and white clouds, they look like pieces of beautiful jade scattered on earth. The color of the lake water changes thousands of times depending on the angle and the light. Here, you can find tranquility and comfort, openness and desolation, and only by being in the midst of it can you feel the captivating beauty.
Scenic Area Address: Da Qaidam Town, under the direct jurisdiction of Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai
Ticket Price: Adult ticket 50 RMB/person, discounted ticket for students and people aged 60-69; sightseeing train 60 RMB/person.
Tour Route: The sightseeing train has 6 stops, starting from the farthest station 1 in the scenic area → Station 2 → Station 3 → Station 4 → Station 5 → Station 6 → Scenic Area Gate.
Tour Duration: 2-3 hours.
Best Seasons: Spring and summer, especially suitable for summer visits.
Precautions: 1) For those who like photography and want to take more beautiful photos, it is recommended to take the sightseeing train directly to Station 1, then walk along the edge of the lake and take photos until you reach the scenic area gate. 2) The color of the lake water changes with different angles and light, so it is suggested to look for different angles when taking photos for unexpected beautiful effects. 3) If you choose to walk, it is recommended to wear travel shoes or light shoes. 4) There are basically no snack shops in the scenic area, so it is advised to bring your own mineral water and snacks, and please dispose of mineral water bottles and snack packaging in the trash bins. 5) The UV radiation here is strong, so sunglasses, sun hats, and sunscreen are essential items.
【Annual Review】Do you know these ten popular and unpopular attractions in Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province?
❗️In the summer of 2023, we spent half a month on a self-driving tour in Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province. Next, let's review these ten popular and unpopular attractions for everyone. It can be said that these are the essence of Haixi Prefecture❗️
1️⃣Dachaidan Emerald Lake Pictures 1-3:
🌟Highlights: This is a salt lake that changes color! On sunny days, it presents an emerald color, on cloudy days, it presents a white jade color, and when night falls, it reflects the color of the sky at that time!
📍Detailed address: About 5 kilometers west of Dachaidan Town, directly under Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province.
2️⃣"Blood of the Earth" Picture 4:
🌟Highlights: The river channel next to the highway contains sulfur elements, so it appears red when the light is good, and the river channel is like a blood vessel, so it is vividly compared to the "blood of the earth", of course, you need to take aerial photography to see such a scene!
📍Detailed address: 755-757 kilometers of National Highway 315 in Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province
3️⃣Wusute Yardang Geological Park Picture 5
🌟Highlights: What kind of scene will the Yardang landform present after being flooded? Anyway, I saw a lot of "aircraft carriers" and various "warships" here, like a huge fleet waiting for your "review".
📍Detailed address: About 250 kilometers west of Dachaidan in Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province, next to National Highway 315.
4️⃣Nanbaxian Yardang Pictures 6-7:
🌟Highlights: The mysterious Yardang landform group where few people set foot. Because G215 passes through the center, most vehicles and tourists can easily go deep into the core area of the Yardang landform to watch. Of course, this is also a free location for shooting big movies!
📍Detailed address: About 100 kilometers west of Dachaidan in Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province.
5️⃣Ebolian Yardang Picture 8:
🌟Highlights: The Yardang landform landscape that looks most like the "World of Warcraft" with various shapes, and the difficulty of reaching it makes it even more mysterious! Off-road enthusiasts can experience the fun of crossing here, and photographers can freely compose big movies here!
📍Detailed address: About 80 kilometers west of Lenghu Town in Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province, deep in the desert!
6️⃣Lenghu Mars Camp Picture 9:
🌟Highlights: This can be said to be the place on earth that looks most like Mars. The panoramic view of the opposite Ebolian Yardang makes people feel like they are on an alien planet, and the brilliant Milky Way at night is likely to refresh your understanding of the starry sky!
📍Detailed address: Opposite to Ebolian in Lenghu Town, Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province.
7️⃣Mangya Emerald Lake Picture 10:
🌟Highlights: The color is the same as that of Dachaidan Emerald Lake. The only difference is that the area of the emerald lake here is really large! So large that it is endless emerald green!
📍Detailed address: South side of Mangya City, Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province.
8️⃣Aiken Spring Picture 11:
🌟Highlights: This is the largest spring eye I have ever seen, and the "most beautiful" spring water landscape. Because the spring water contains certain substances, it causes the area around the spring eye to be barren for hundreds of meters and all dyed red and yellow! It is very appropriate to describe it as the "eye of the devil"!
📍Detailed address: About 20 kilometers west of Mangya City, Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province.
9️⃣Kunlun Mountain Picture 12:
🌟Highlights: The best place to appreciate the scenery of Kunlun Mountain. The Yuzhu Peak here is 6178 meters above sea level, which is the highest peak in the eastern section of the Kunlun Mountains. The towering Kunlun will let you understand what is the "ancestor of all mountains"!
📍Detailed address: Next to National Highway 109 in Golmud City, Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province.
🔟Kekexili Picture 13:
🌟Highlights: Here you can watch the "highland elves" Tibetan antelope in a reasonable and legal way. If you are lucky, you can also touch the cute "little elf". When you come here, you have come to the mysterious Kekexili.
📍Detailed address: Sonandajie Protection Station, National Highway 109, Golmud City, Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province.
Haixi Prefecture Dachaidan Emerald Lake
Dachaidan Emerald Lake, located in Dachaidan Town, Dachaidan Administrative Region, Haixi Mongolian Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, is a unique salt lake landscape of Dachaidan, belonging to the sub-type of magnesium sulfate salt lake, with an area of 15 square kilometers. The salt lake is composed of halides (water) and minerals (crystals) after the development of mineral resources in the mining area.
Emerald Lake is a sub-type of magnesium sulfate salt lake, originally the mining area of the salt lake mining team of the chemical plant, and is the third largest artificial lake in Haixi Prefecture. Due to the high salt content in the lake, it does not freeze all year round. The lake is rich in various elements such as potassium, magnesium, lithium, etc. with different concentrations, so it presents different colors. The Emerald Lake is clear and transparent, and through the water surface, you can clearly see the salt layer at the bottom of the lake. The inner layer of Emerald Lake is blue, the outer layer is milky blue, and through the water surface, you can clearly see the salt layer at the bottom of the lake.
In August 2023, Dachaidan Emerald Lake Scenic Area was determined to be a national AAAA level tourist scenic area.
Dachaidan Emerald Lake
Dachaidan Emerald Lake is located within the territory of Dachaidan Town, Dachaidan Administrative Region, Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province. It is a unique salt lake landscape of Dachaidan, belonging to the subtype of magnesium sulfate salt lakes, covering an area of 15 square kilometers. The salt lake is composed of halides (water) and minerals (crystals) formed after the resource development of the mining area.
The Emerald Lake is a magnesium sulfate subtype salt lake, originally the mining area of the chemical plant's salt lake mining team, and is the third largest artificial lake in Haixi Prefecture. Due to the high salt content in the lake water, it does not freeze in all seasons. The lake is rich in various elements such as potassium, magnesium, lithium, etc., with different concentrations, hence it displays different colors. The Emerald Lake is clear and transparent, and the salt layer at the bottom of the lake can be clearly seen through the water surface. The inner layer of the Emerald Lake is blue-green, while the outer layer is milky blue, and the salt layer at the bottom of the lake can be clearly seen through the water surface.
Dachaidan Emerald Lake Scenic Area is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction.
📍 Location: Dachaidan Emerald Lake Tourist Attraction
🏔 Altitude: About 3150 meters
🎫Ticket:
50 RMB per person for the attraction ticket + 60 RMB per person for the round-trip train ticket
🚂Train: There are four stops in total, and you can board at any point
⏰Opening hours: 7:30-20:30
💰Charges:
Drone aerial photography 300 RMB per person
Crystal boat shooting 168 RMB per person
Beach motorcycle 100-400 RMB per person
🗺️Attractions:
✅A total of 6 lakes, the innermost is Lake No. 1 (the largest lake), and the lakes with the best colors are 3-5, featuring Tiffany blue, emerald green, and yellow salt lakes, as well as the popular piano for social media check-ins. It is recommended to first take the train to the innermost Lake No. 1 upon entering the scenic area, and then start a free walk after getting off together.
✅Locations 2 and 6 are the filming sites for 'A Little Red Flower'.
✅Location 4 has the crystal boat, get the same model as in the MV by Xue Zhiqian.
✅At location 5, you can cosplay as a pianist on the water🎹.
⚠️Precautions:
✅Emerald Lake is a salt lake with many variable salt-covered caves, and the brine can corrode shoes and clothing, so it is advised not to enter the water at will and to pay attention to safety while playing.
✅The altitude of Emerald Lake is 3150 meters, which can easily cause altitude sickness, so it is advised not to engage in strenuous exercise.
✅There is a large temperature difference between day and night on the plateau, so if you want to watch the sunrise or sunset, it is recommended to bring warm clothing.
Dachaidan Emerald Lake | This trip is really worth it
🌟Travel Guide:
-Pay attention to the weather, sunny days are the best, the lake water color is better, if it's cloudy, you may be disappointed.
-If you can't keep up with the physical strength, it is recommended to buy tickets with a small train, otherwise it's really tiring to walk and take pictures.
-The weather in the plateau area is relatively cold, the temperature difference between day and night is large, pay attention to keeping warm and sun protection.
-The autumn here is very short, this season is easy to be surrounded by mosquitoes by the water, we were attacked by mosquitoes the night before, it was miserable.
📷Shooting reminder:
-Pay attention to choosing clothes for portraits, my photographer said that color looks better, but I think white is better, it depends on the level of photography.
-Aerial photography is recommended, this place is too suitable for aerial photography, the color that normal human vision can't see, aerial photography can fully show, it doesn't deceive Chinese people. Anyway, my photographer started to go crazy the moment the drone flew up.
🏠Travel advice:
Self-driving is the most convenient, not far from Dachaidan Town, it takes only 20 minutes by car. The place to stay is not expensive, called Shouxin Dragon Dream Hotel, only more than 200, clean and quiet, the service is very good!
❤️Personal experience: I am here to play and relax, I didn't think about taking too many photos, my photographer is here specifically to take photos, he is quite satisfied, as long as he can produce photos, he is happy. I'm also okay, after all, I've experienced the magic of nature. There are not many opportunities to come to this small city in this life, so take a good look, appreciate it, and feel it.
🎫Tickets: Tickets➕Small train 💰110
⏰Opening hours: 9:00-18:00
8 days and 7 nights self-driving tour guide for Qinghai-Tibet Ring Road! The scenery is on the road
D1, arrive in Xining, stay in Xining.
Accommodation: Recommend near the West Station or Haihu Wanda Plaza.
Dining: Recommend Mojia Street, Daxing Street Night Market.
Ta'er Monastery, Tibetan Culture Museum, if you have time, you can go.
D2, visit Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, stay in Chaka Town
Qinghai Lake: Navigate to Erlang Sword Scenic Area of Qinghai Lake.
Chaka Salt Lake: We went to Sky No.1 Scenic Area. It is recommended to prepare salt lake boots in advance (it should take a long time to rent boots during summer vacation and National Day).
D3, visit Jade Lake, stay in Dachaidan
Jade Lake: Navigate to Dachaidan Jade Lake Scenic Area. The drone shot is very good from the last spot of the small train
Accommodation: Recommend Jade Pedestrian Street.
D4, visit Xiaochaidan Lake, U-shaped road, Chaerhan Salt Lake, Water Yadan, stay in Dachaidan or Lenghu Town
Xiaochaidan Lake: Navigate to the U-shaped road, you will pass Xiaochaidan Lake.
U-shaped road: Don't shoot against the light! The car can drive into the desert next to it.
If you have time, you can go to Chaerhan Salt Lake, Water Yadan, if you want to go to the oil town, you can stay in Lenghu Town at night.
D5, visit Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring, stay in Dunhuang
The scenery on the way to Dunhuang by self-driving is also very beautiful.
Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring: Ride a camel to Crescent Spring at the entrance. There is a singing event at 20 o'clock in the evening.
Accommodation: Recommend near Dunhuang Night Market.
Food: The night market opens at 17 o'clock in the afternoon, in Shazhou Night Market.
D6, visit Mogao Grottoes, stay in Qicai Danxia
Mogao Grottoes: Be sure to book a normal ticket in advance! Protect cultural relics, please do not take pictures inside!
Navigate to Qicai Danxia: The journey is far, there are many big cars, pay attention to safety!
D7, visit Qicai Danxia, Qilian Grassland, stay in Xining.
Qicai Danxia: If you have time in the afternoon, you can go directly to Qicai Danxia. The Qicai Danxia before 10 o'clock in the morning and after 17 o'clock in the afternoon is the most beautiful, and the 4th spot (the last spot) is the most beautiful!
Qilian Grassland: Navigate to Xining, add waypoints Minle (the most beautiful grassland road), Qilian Grassland, it has started to snow on September 23.
D8, go home. Have a pleasant journey!
Precautions:
①Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, etc. are very dependent on the weather, please check the weather forecast in advance!
②Rent a car: Choose a regular company for more peace of mind, and buy insurance (to avoid trouble in case of problems).
③Strongly recommend bringing a drone!
④Scenic spot tickets: It is recommended to book tickets in advance, especially the tickets for Mogao Grottoes, you must buy them in advance! If you don't get a normal ticket, you probably only have to buy an emergency ticket. The emergency ticket is four separate caves.
⑤Replenish some fruits, water, oxygen bottles, fire-reducing and cold medicine, etc. in Xining.
⑥Do a good job of sun protection! Including sunscreen lotion, spray, sunglasses, ice sleeves, face towels, hats, etc.
Qinghai·Dachaidan Emerald Lake|Tears of God
Dachaidan Lake is a gift from nature, and it is also a legend formed by artificial excavation and cutting, forming many small salt lakes, and, each salt lake has different colors, and each salt lake has different shapes and areas, making the entire salt lake group even more magical. Overlooking the salt lake, people are too small, of course, it is these small people that make this lifeless salt lake full of vitality.
Welcome 2024 with a sunset by the Emerald Lake
Traveling south along the Liuge Expressway from Dunhuang, I stepped into the mysterious Qinghai for the first time in my life, and checked in the treasure salt lake group located in Chaidan Town, Haixi Prefecture - Emerald Lake.
Due to the difference in mineral content, each salt lake presents different colors. Riding on the small train to the depths, you can feel the staggered changes of colors such as emerald green, glazed yellow, amber white, mint blue, and matcha green along the way.
In the evening, the red glow on the horizon gradually appeared, and the sunset clouds over the mountain injected vigorous vitality into the originally fresh and quiet scene. The setting sun's afterglow formed a sparkling reflection on the lake, sketching a hot heart on the white saline-alkali land.
P.s. Travel tips💡:
① Due to the inconvenient transportation in Chaidan Town, it is recommended to drive by yourself; secondly, there are daily Dunhuang to Golmud passing buses stopping at Dachaidan Bus Station.
② The color of Emerald Lake is more vivid in sunny weather. Most of the online thunder posts are due to encountering rainy days; so be sure to check the weather before playing, pay attention to wind protection and sun protection.
③ If conditions permit, it is strongly recommended to use drone aerial photography. There are rental services in the scenic area, and you can see a more comprehensive and shocking landscape, and the experience is greatly improved.
Finally, I wish all friends who see here to maintain the clear initial heart like a lake and the sincere love like the sun in the new year, and have a brilliant tomorrow like an emerald.
The Emerald Lake, which will disappear in a few years, likes to like and collect
📍Dachaidan·Emerald Lake. No copywriting is better than seeing with your own eyes
Poetic sky, emeralds into the lake
The palette sprinkled on the northwest land🎨
Dachaidan Emerald Lake Tourist Area
Emerald Lake
The beautiful Dachaidan Lake is located in Dachaidan Town, Haixi Mongolian Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai. Dachaidan Lake is the 'North Gate' of the Qaidam Basin, translated into Mongolian as Yikezhao League Lake, among which 'Emerald Lake' is particularly famous. Emerald Lake covers an area of about 6 square kilometers, composed of salt pools of different sizes, shapes, and depths. Because the color of the lake is as beautiful as emerald, it is called 'Emerald Lake'. The water of Emerald Lake comes from Qaidam Mountain. Due to the high salt content, it does not freeze all year round, and the lake is rich in minerals of different concentrations, showing different colors. Dachaidan Emerald Lake Tourist Area
Qinghai has a hidden emerald lake! Scattered beauty on the plateau.
Emerald Lake, also known as Shuicui Lake, is located in Qinghai, China. In Mongolian, it is called "Ikchaidaamu", meaning "Great Salt Lake", and is the "North Gate" of the Qaidam Basin. It is a high-altitude salt lake at an altitude of over 3000 meters, nestled in the snowy plateau.
Emerald Lake is not a complete lake, but a group of hundreds of salt pit lakes. The salt pools of different depths are like pieces of "emerald", each with a different color, emerald green, blue-green...crystal clear. Moreover, the lake water will shimmer with different luster as the angle of sunlight changes.
These lakes of varying sizes are all pits left behind by years of salt lake mining, like a spilled palette. The quiet surface of the Emerald Lake is like a mirror! The sky is very blue and the clouds are low. It has more dreamlike colors than the Chaka Salt Lake, either azure or emerald green. The reflection taken from here is no less than the sky.
Many people in Qinghai will think of Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake and other famous lakes. But in fact, there is a lake with unique scenery in Qinghai. It is worth visiting. It is located in the Emerald Lake of Dachaidan, with a large and small green amber. Colored salt mine pits are connected. Although the scenery of Emerald Lake is very beautiful, it has not been developed as a commercialized scenic spot, so there is no ticket here. Unlike the Jiuzhaigou, which is naturally formed, the boundaries of the lakes in Jiuzhaigou are smooth curves, while the boundaries of the artificially carved Emerald Lakes are sharp and sharp, making people feel like they are on the surface of an alien planet. If you just watch it on the ground, it is difficult to see the beauty of the entire Emerald Lake area. Large and small lakes of various shapes are scattered on the earth, just like the palette of God. If you are visiting this place, it is recommended that you bring a drone to enjoy the view of Emerald Lake from a higher perspective. The color of Emerald Lake comes from the metal ion complexes in the salt water contained in the lake and the bottom of the lake. Since each lake is relatively independent, its composition is slightly different and the color varies greatly. From the air, you can see the entire Emerald Lake area. The traces of the twists and turns on the ground are the wheel marks of the vehicles that transport salt mines. Opposite the Emerald Lake is the Dachaidan County. When the night falls, the city lights up a little light. Under the white salt fields, it is like a polar town in the snow and ice. Qinghai travels in addition to Qinghai Lake. It is worth recommending.
Rainbow on the northwestern land | Emerald Lake & Agate Lake
I really marveled for the first time. The magic of this land is in Dachaidan.
I plan to see a perfect sunset in Emerald Lake, but the closer I am to the big Chai, the more I expect to fall, the sun is not seen in the shadowy sky. When I arrived at Emerald Lake, I even held it. Come here, the travel sentence sent to the car to see.
The quietness in front of me makes me fall in love for a moment. Emerald Lake is the real "natural beauty". Even without the blessing of the blue sky, the water here is still green like emerald. The water surface is extremely calm, and the lake reflects the distant mountains. The colors are deep and shallow and very beautiful.
Emerald Lake:
1. Emerald Lake is also a salt lake. It is a salt lake where salt deposits and salt lake brine coexist, and its cause is a pit that originated from mining. The pit has become a beautiful scenery.
The lake has different colors due to the different depths of water and the different minerals.
2. Emerald Lake is not a whole piece of connected lake, but a small lake separated by a lake. A layer of white salt on the lake is like its beautiful lace, and the lake is also convex. It plays a small hill formed by a certain substance.
3. Emerald Lake is most suitable for aerial photography. The green of each piece is beautiful in the perspective of aerial photography. In the absence of wind, the reflection of Emerald Lake is more obvious than the reflection of Chaka Salt Lake~
Onyx Lake:
1. Presented in front of the lake is an orange-red lake, if If you look closely, you will find that its color is like Mars. These magnificent colors come from different minerals. If you stare at it, you will even have a trace of fear. This picture is really on earth. .
2. Similar to the principle of Emerald Lake, it is also a salt lake where minerals and salt lake brine coexist, and its periphery is also covered with a layer of white salt.
3. This is the best place to watch the sunset. The weather we went to was not particularly good. If there is a beautiful sunset, the orange sky and the orange lake will reflect each other. It must be a beautiful picture.
Emerald Lake and Agate Lake currently have no tickets and can be visited free of charge.
The series of life years is ten times better than Chaka Salt Lake. hh/
Emerald Lake is located in the salt lake mining area of the former Dachaidan Chemical Plant of Haixi Mongolian Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Qinghai Province. Because the lake is clear and blue in the sunlight, and the color is like jade, it is named "Emerald Lake". Emerald Lake is still an untapped virgin land. The color of
Emerald Lake and the concentration of minerals contained in the lake are related to the weather conditions. The color of Emerald Lake will vary from time to time. The color of the lake changes at all times, and it is different scenery when you look at it at different times.
The reflection of the blue sky and white clouds and the snowy peaks of the Qaidam Mountain in the water is breathtaking and can only be deeply felt in the meantime.
Tickets: Under development, temporarily free
Opening time: all day (January 1st - December 31st week - - Sunday km)
Address: about 10 kilometers northwest of Chaidan Town, Haichai State Administrative Committee of Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province (the northeast corner of Dachaidan Salt Lake, the original Dachaidan Chemical Plant Salt Lake Team, the old 215 National Road, 315 National Road Dachaidan North coincides Section)
Traffic: At present, there are no tour groups and shuttle buses in Emerald Lake. It is recommended to charter or drive by car.
Accommodation: There are no hotel inns nearby for accommodation. After the game is over, you need to go to other attractions or towns to stay. Second
Safety Information:
Emerald Lake is a mining area of a local chemical company that has existed for many years. However, it is still not suitable for the CMB bus.
Since it has not been developed in a large area, there is no sign in the scenic spot, so be sure to go under the leadership of the driver or local people who are familiar with the road!
In order to maintain the original state of the mining area, and everyone is safe, it is recommended not to be free. Get out of the water to avoid accidents.
Because it is a mining area with large vehicles, it is important to note that parking of vehicles does not affect their access and production.
Love the environment, don't litter.
The vast planet, such as the world. If you don't go deep into Qinghai Dachaidan, you never know that there is a beautiful scenery hidden here: Emerald Lake. It was originally the mining area of the salt mine of the Dachaidan Chemical Plant, which formed such a stunning emerald green because of its rich salt content. Due to years of mining, the caves that have been preserved today have become small lakes of different colors, such as dark green, dark green, and emerald green.
The best time to watch Emerald Lake is morning or afternoon, because there is no hot sun during these two periods. If you can catch the rain the day before, the salt lake that you see the next day is more beautiful. And the snow-capped mountains can also be reflected in the lake. If there is aerial photography, it is best to have a high angle view of the entire Emerald Lake.
Emerald Lake is about 10 kilometers away from Dachaidan Town. Since it is still under development, no tickets will be accepted. Because it is a mining area, it is recommended that visitors protect the environment when they are playing, and don't throw garbage at hand. Regarding accommodation, priority is given to Dachaidan Town.
Lakes of different sizes, shapes and colors are scattered throughout the mining area, forming a dreamy Dachaidan Emerald Lake.
[Free tickets | Undeveloped reduced version of the tea card salt lake]
Emerald Lake is an undeveloped salt lake in Dachaidan, where the lake is emerald color, very stunning.
The road here is not very good, all the way bumps, it is still very muddy when it rains, be careful that the tires fall into the quagmire.
When the weather is good, it is comparable to the sky. The reflection in the water is very clear. It is recommended to wear brightly colored clothes, and the large pieces are up up.
It is recommended to have a pair of small slippers. There is a salt lake with very shallow water. You can go to the lake and see a lot of art photos and wedding photos. It is beautiful.
tip: It is recommended to pay attention to the weather. It is best to watch it on sunny days, bring slippers, wear bright clothes, girls can bring a variety of balloons in bright colors, pay attention to sun protection.
Where is the most beautiful lake in Qinghai? Some people say that it is Qinghai Lake. Some people say that it is Chaka Salt Lake. It is the Emerald Lake that you have never seen Dachaidan! The Emerald Lake is still a free attraction, and it may be unremarkable, but the aerial photography is particularly shocking. It is hard to imagine that there are such attractions as foreign planets in China. This time it is Emerald Lake, which is a 400km drive from Delingha City. When you see these scenery, everything is worth it! I have been left to the sunset.
[New discovery of Qinghai Salt Lake] Promise me, don't go to the crowded tea card
400 km from Chaka Salt Lake, there is a salt lake area
it is called Emerald Lake (Shui Cui Lake) on the side of Dachaidan, go The trip to Qinghai is almost over, and it is Gansu.
When we arrived, it was six o'clock in the afternoon~ There was no sunshine and the sun had already gone down. The photos taken can only be said, in general. . There is a sun that can be beautiful, I hope you can take super beautiful photos in the future!
Because many little fairies gave me feedback, I was too tired to take pictures at Chaka Salt Lake! Therefore, grandly give everyone Amway this Emerald Lake!
Distressed you have worked hard in the Chaka Salt Lake to circle a photo without other tourists, even if you can't shoot one! ~
The key point is to tell you that there is such a place
Because in the construction of the scenic spot, the lake that leaves the road to enter the Emerald Lake will be more bumpy ~
is currently free, I heard that investing 3 billion to build this The scenic spot of Salt Lake, after the scenic spot is built, is another tea card salt lake.
There is a small salt lake here. The emerald under the aerial photography is very stunning
, but there are only one or two lakes currently available, and the other mounds are still gray!
punch card early
shoot salt lake must bring slippers, barefoot walking will hurt (such as me, hurt me)
there are many salt caves underwater, some salt caves are not bottom, walk in Be careful with the above. There is a place to wash in the
tea card scenic spot, but the Emerald Lake scenic spot is not yet built yet, so there is no flushing facility yet. Just when he is a wild attraction.
Emerald Lake was originally named Dachaidan Lake. Located in the northwestern part of Qinghai Province, Haihai Mongolian Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Dachaidan Town. She used to be the mining area of the Salt Lake Mining Team of the Dachaidan Chemical Plant, about 6 square kilometers, which is now abandoned. Big Chai Dan, meaning the Great Salt Lake. In this salt pond of different sizes, different shapes and different shades, due to the different mineral properties and different concentrations, it forms a colorful and jade-like scene, so it is called Emerald Lake. When the weather is fine, the mirror-like lake reflects the blue sky and white clouds and the snowy peaks. It is like a fairyland. Emerald Lake is a good jade hidden in the depths of Dachaidan. Few people know it, but it is beautiful. It's not like a tea card crowd, you have to take a photo, you have to find countless angles, in order to avoid the flow of people, free - station, own mood.
There may be many people in Qinghai Emerald Lake that have not been heard. It is actually the mining area of the Salt Lake Mining Team of the original Dachaidan Chemical Plant. Dachaidan, Mongolian called Ike Chai Damu, meaning Great Salt Lake, is the North Gate of the Qaidam Basin. It is located in the northwestern part of Qinghai Province, on the northern edge of the Qaidam Basin. It is a directly administered county of Haixi Mongolian Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Administrative level. The Dachaidan administrative area has a wide range of mountains and rivers, salt lakes, complex geological structure and soil structure, and good metallogenic conditions. Therefore, it is rich in mineral resources, with many varieties, large reserves and high grade. Ike Chaidamu Lake, also known as the Big Chaidan Lake, is a salt lake. The lake is rich in boron, lithium, salt, potash, and thenardite. The high-concentration salt water in the salt ponds of different sizes, different shapes and different shades is in the local area. Called "brine", it is a mining pit formed after years of salt lake mining, forming the beautiful emerald lake.
I have seen the beauty of Chaka Salt Lake, thinking that the paradise on earth is just like this. I will drive along the 215 National Road early in the morning until I turn into a rugged path until the big cloud reaches me in a low flying attitude. Floating, until the road began to appear a clear lake, I suddenly realized that the place I will arrive, maybe a dreamland that dreams can't dream.
In the Haixi Mongolian Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Qinghai Province, the salt ponds with different shapes and different shades are like a piece of crystal clear Jade. About 6 square kilometers of "Emerald Lake" is called Dachaidan Lake. It is the mining area of the salt lake mining team of the former Dachaidan Chemical Plant. After years of mining, it has become a beautiful "Emerald Lake". Standing on the edge of the lake, like a mirror-like lake reflecting the blue sky and white clouds and the snowy peaks, like a fairyland.
Emerald Lake is located in the salt lake mining area of the former Dachaidan Chemical Plant in Haixi Mongolian Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province. Because the lake is clear and blue in the sunlight, and the color is like jade, it is named Emerald Lake. The figure is reflected in the water, like a mirror, and it is a mirror of another sky that is not known to the deep.
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