[2025 Guide Attraction] Travel Guide for Laji Mountain Pass (Updated Jun)

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 Laji Pass, with an altitude of more than 3,800 meters, is the gateway to Qinghai and Tibet. As the car wound its way up the mountain, the air pressure gradually decreased and the wind picked up. When I stood at the top of the mountain, all that was left was vastness and grandeur between heaven and earth. The weather here is changeable, with white fog rolling in in an instant, and the snow line is not far away, as if it is bordering the sky. Laji Pass is not only a geographical boundary, but also a junction between spirit and nature. Standing in the wind and looking at the endless mountains and grasslands in the distance, I deeply feel the insignificance of human beings and the greatness of nature. The prayer flags fluttered in the wind, and those dense blessings seemed to be seeing off the travelers and praying for heaven and earth. There is no embellished beauty here, but there is the purest power. Laji Pass is a pilgrimage site in the hearts of the brave and the thoughtful.

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The short holiday is here! Want to explore the area around Xining? This guide will show you how to easily check in to the beautiful Sky Mirror of Chaka Salt Lake, the magnificent Qinghai Lake, the golden sand dunes of Jinsha Bay, the lush greenery of Jinyintan Grassland, and the majestic scenery of Lajishan Mountain in just 2 days! Stop and go as you please, experience it in depth, don't miss out! / 🚗Itinerary: DAY 1: Ta'er Monastery -> Lajishan Pass -> Riyue Mountain -> Chaka Salt Lake Explore the ancient culture of Ta'er Monastery, cross the magnificent Lajishan Pass, then cross the picturesque Riyue Mountain, and finally immerse yourself in the dreamlike Chaka Salt Lake. DAY 2: Qinghai Lake, Heima River -> Qinghai Lake Jinsha Bay Nature Reserve -> Jinyintan Grassland -> Qinghai Atomic City Memorial Hall Along the beautiful Qinghai Lake, starting from Heima River, explore the unique scenery of Jinsha Bay Nature Reserve, then stroll through Jinyintan Grassland to experience the vastness of nature, and finally visit the Qinghai Atomic City Memorial Hall to learn about history. A two-day in-depth tour, enjoy the freedom of stop-and-go travel! / Must-see attractions: 🌅 Chaka Salt Lake: The salt is as white as snow, and the lake reflects the sky, as pure as a mirror, walking in it is like stepping into the sky. 🏯 Ta'er Monastery: An important monastery of the Gelug Sect of Tibetan Buddhism, with countless treasures inside and a strong religious atmosphere, which makes people feel awe. ⛰️ Riyue Mountain: A legendary magical place, with rolling mountains and colorful prayer flags fluttering in the wind, every place is full of stories. 🌸 Jinyintan Grassland: Golden and white florets interweave into a beautiful picture on this grassland, a good place to take photos and check in. 🏜️ Qinghai Lake Jinsha Bay Nature Reserve: Here, there are unique sand dune scenery, where the desert and lake complement each other, a natural wonder not to be missed. / Must-see tips for travel: - Price of specialties 🏷️: There are many specialties in Xining. Compare several stores when buying to avoid being cheated by high prices. - Local customs 🎉: Respect the customs of local ethnic minorities such as the Hui people, and do not take pictures of religious places at will. - Airport transportation 🚗: Xining Airport is far from the city center. Plan your transportation in advance. You can choose the airport bus or arrange a pick-up service in advance. - Altitude sickness 🏔️: Xining has a high altitude. You may experience altitude sickness when you first arrive. Please prepare medicine and pay attention to rest. - Sun protection and moisturizing 🧴: The northwest region has strong sunshine and dry air. Be sure to do a good job of sun protection and moisturizing when traveling. / Xining group tour, so simple and fun! Want to explore more exciting routes? Go to the homepage, more guides are waiting for you to discover!

💡Preparation ●Clothing: Laji Mountain is at a high altitude and has a low temperature. You need to prepare warm clothes such as thick cotton clothes, down jackets, warm pants, and leather boots, as well as windproof and cold-proof items such as hats, scarves, gloves, and masks. ●Medicine: Due to the high altitude, you may experience altitude sickness. It is recommended to prepare anti-altitude sickness medicine in advance, such as Rhodiola. People with a history of altitude sickness can bring an oxygen tank. ●Other items: Bring a camera, tripod, power bank, etc., to record beautiful moments and ensure that your electronic devices are fully charged. You can also prepare some high-calorie foods such as chocolate and bread, and hot water in a thermos to replenish energy and keep warm. 🚗Transportation ●Self-driving: Depart from Xining, take the G227 National Highway or the route suggested by the navigation software, about 100 kilometers in total, about 1.5 hours by car. You can enjoy the natural scenery along the way, but pay attention to the safety of the mountain road. ●Group tour: Choose a one-day tour group departing from Xining, the price is generally around CNY 200–300, including transportation, tickets, and tour guide services, which is convenient and worry-free. Itinerary ●Morning: After arriving at Laji Mountain, enjoy the plateau scenery at the mountain pass viewing platform. In the distance are continuous snow-capped mountains, and at your feet is a winding mountain road. You can also see prayer flags fluttering in the wind and take photos. ●Noon: You can taste local specialties such as butter tea and tsampa in the yurts near the scenic spot and experience Tibetan food culture. ●Afternoon: Visit Zongkala Temple, the world's largest mountain and water culture hall and China's largest Laze building complex. The ticket is about CNY 30. You can feel the solemnity and mystery of Buddhist culture here and enjoy the architectural art and surrounding natural beauty. ●Evening: Watch the sunset on the mountain, watch the sun slowly set, and the afterglow falls on the snow-capped mountains, forming a beautiful light and shadow. Then you can prepare to return. ⚠️⚠️⚠️Notes ●Laji Mountain is at a high altitude. Do not exercise vigorously, such as running or jumping, to avoid aggravating altitude sickness. ●Respect local religious beliefs and customs, and do not damage the environment and cultural relics at will. ●Check the weather and road conditions in advance. If you encounter bad weather, you need to take corresponding protective measures or adjust your itinerary.

Ta'er Monastery, Chaka Salt Lake, and Qinghai Lake are even more magical in winter. This 2-day itinerary will take you to the tranquil winter wonderland of the snowy plateau. Don't miss it! -- 🚀Itinerary: Day 1: Ta'er Monastery - Laji Mountain Pass - Riyue Mountain - Chaka Salt Lake On this day, you will visit the profound Ta'er Monastery, cross Laji Mountain Pass, enjoy the beautiful Riyue Mountain, and then immerse yourself in the magnificent Chaka Salt Lake. Day 2: Qinghai Lake - Qinghai Lake Sand Bay Nature Reserve - Jinyintan Grassland - Qinghai Atomic City Memorial 🔍On this day, you will immerse yourself in the fairyland-like Qinghai Lake, experience the charm of the Sand Bay Nature Reserve, hike on the Jinyintan Grassland, and explore the Qinghai Atomic City Memorial up close. -- Recommended attractions: 🌊Chaka Salt Lake: The white salt is like snow, covering the ground, and the water reflects the blue sky, pure as a mirror. ⛩Ta'er Monastery: The inheritance of Tibetan Buddhism, full of mystery, rich in treasures, and strong religious atmosphere. 🌿Qinghai Lake: Known as the sacred lake, Qinghai Lake is surrounded by endless grasslands and blue waters, where you can find inner peace. 🌄Riyue Mountain: A legendary place with rolling mountains and fluttering prayer flags like poetry and painting. 🌼Jinyintan Grassland: Stroll through the grassland, where golden and white flowers bloom, creating a fairyland of flowers. -- Travel tips: 1️⃣Airport transportation tips: From Xining Airport, you can take a bus, taxi, or express line to the city center, with convenient transportation✈️. 2️⃣Specialty price tips: The specialties of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, such as dried mutton and mare's milk wine, are reasonably priced and suitable as gifts🎁. 3️⃣Customs tips: Most scenic spots have Tibetan Buddhist culture, so it is recommended to learn about the religious rules and respect local customs⛩️. 4️⃣December climate tips: December in Qinghai is cold, but sunny. Remember to bring warm clothes and sunscreen⛄️☀️. -- At the end of this journey, you will take away not only photos, but also the spirituality of Ta'er Monastery, the dreaminess of Chaka Salt Lake, and the tranquility of Qinghai Lake. Looking forward to our next meeting! 😉

Laji Mountain, located in Guide County, Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, is the boundary mountain between Guide and Huangzhong. It winds from west to east. The highest peak is 4,524 meters above sea level. It belongs to the branch of Riyue Mountain Pass and is called "Gongmaola" in Tibetan, which means the place where Gala chicken (stone chicken) lives. It is an alpine pasture in Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province. The Hongshanzui grassland here is the summer pasture of Garang Township. It stretches from Laji Pass to the watershed in the north and to Datan Village in the south, with the center at an altitude of 3,746 meters. The pasture has gentle slopes, abundant water resources, and good grass growth. The northern slope is steep, with many exposed rocks. Except in summer, the slope is often covered with white snow. Snow covered. The southern slope is gentle and suitable for grass growth. It is an alpine pasture in Hainan area. The vegetation in Laji Mountain has a distinct vertical distribution, with various ecological types alternating. There are alpine meadows, alpine wetlands, alpine shrubs, mountainside trees, and farmland ecology at the foot of the mountain. Cordyceps sinensis is produced on the mountain.

| Share a sunrise guide. Laji Mountain 🌅There is a kind of beauty, which is the sunrise at Laji Mountain. At five o'clock in the morning, I drove to the Laji Mountain Pass Observation Deck, just to see its magnificence. 🌄Laji Mountain is located in Guide County, Qinghai Province, with an altitude of 3820 meters. It is an excellent place to watch the sunrise. Watching the dawn in the east on the top of the mountains, the increasingly clear sunrise, feeling the power of life, everything is full of hope. 🌞 🌸Best viewing time: Sunrise in winter, around 7 o'clock. 🌄Viewing Guide: Check the sunrise time one day in advance and go up the mountain to find a viewing position. When the first ray of sunshine illuminates the top of the mountain, all the waiting will become worthwhile. 💡Tip: Around sunrise is the best time to take photos, don’t forget to bring your power bank. Route: Navigation [Laji Mountain Pass], it takes 40-50 minutes from Xining city. Drive carefully on the winding mountain road and pay attention to safety. 💰Cost: The scenic spot is open to the public for free. Next to it is Dzongkhalaze, known as the "first pass on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau", where you can pray and light lanterns. 🌦Climate: Located at a high mountain pass, the wind in the morning is very cold and the temperature is relatively low. It is recommended to wear thick cotton clothes, jackets, leather boots, etc., as well as hats, masks, and scarves.

Greetings from the pass of Laji Mountain at 4188 meters! I love this feeling so much, the blue sky, white clouds, snow mountains, and the vapor I exhale. The distant mountains seem to be waving at me, and the prayer flags beside me are fluttering in the wind, praying for us. Tashi Delek in 2024!