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Northwest Trip

D1: Xining - Laji Mountain - Riyue Mountain - Qinghai Lake - Delingha (Stay) D2: Delingha - Chaka Salt Lake - Dachaidan Emerald Lake - Dachaidan (Stay) D3: Dachaidan - 315U-shaped Highway - Heidu Mountain - Dunhuang Night Market - Dunhuang (Stay) D4: Dunhuang Mogao Caves - Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring - Dunhuang (Stay) D5: Dunhuang - Jiayuguan (optional) - Zhangye Danxia Landform - Zhangye (Stay) D6: Zhangye - Qilian Grassland - Xining (Return)

Green Treasure: The vitality and energy of Chaerhan Salt Lake

Green｜Chaerhan Salt Lake Green, as a color, is located in the middle of the spectrum, with a wavelength range of 517-570 nanometers. In nature, green is widely present, such as in leaves, grasslands, oases, etc. In human culture, green is usually associated with concepts like life, health, vitality, nature, peace, etc. Chaerhan Salt Lake is located in Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, China. It is the largest salt lake in China and the second largest in the world. The area of Chaerhan Salt Lake is about 5856 square kilometers, and its altitude is about 2670 meters. Chaerhan Salt Lake is an inland lake, with its water mainly coming from the melting snow of the surrounding mountains and groundwater. The salt content of the lake water is extremely high, reaching 32%, making Chaerhan Salt Lake one of the most important salt chemical bases in China. The green of Chaerhan Salt Lake may be related to the microorganisms, minerals, and light in the lake water. Under sunlight, the microorganisms and minerals in the lake water may appear green. In addition, the green of Chaerhan Salt Lake may also be affected by the surrounding ecological environment, such as grasslands, oases, etc.

Chaerhan Salt-Lake in Qinghai Province

The Chaerhan Salt Lake is located 60 kilometers away from the northern Golmud city, more than 110 kilometers away from the southern Chaidamu. The salt lake is more than 160 kilometers long from east to west and 20-40 kilometers wide from south to north. The thickness of the salt lake is 2-20 meters. The Chaerhan Salt Lake is located in the desert; the weather is dry and hot. With the long-time sunburn and windburn it's necessary to bring sun protection. 🏴 Tourists can rent cars to get to the Chaerhan Salt Lake along the No. 215 National Highway. Hotels or travel agencies might also organized tours. Adventurours without driving license can try to hitchhike. 🎫 Entrance including bus to the final destination inside the lake: 100元/80元 students ✨ You can also rent bikes (if they're not broken) or drones at the final destination. #dessert#hiking#roadtrip#summervacation

[Qalhan Salt Lake in Qinghai] Zarhan Salt Lake is the largest salt lake in China and one of the most famous salt lakes in the world. The picture taken in my picture is the Wanzhang Salt Bridge, which is a road made of salt and extends into the lake. Its hardness is comparable to that of the asphalt road. We can see from the sky that there are white crystals on both sides of the salt bridge. The lake is transparent and green. The scenery here is picturesque. The sunny Chaerhan Salt Lake has also become a good place for photography. Note: Sun protection measures should be prepared. It is recommended to bring a hat and sunglasses. You can drive in by yourself. In principle, only visiting documents are allowed to enter. You need to communicate in advance.

Golmud Chaka Salt Lake

Have you ever seen a salt lake lying quietly under the highland sun? Vast and profound, the pure and crystalline salt lake shimmers with enchanting colors, stretching to the horizon, boundless. Against the backdrop of a dreamy blue, it appears like a mysterious fairyland, dreamlike and illusory.

the Chaka Salt Lake Guarded by the ancestor of all mountains

The 'Kunlun Mountains' reflect the sky, stretching into the boundless desert. From west to east, there are four continuous sections: Bele Beach, Dabuxun, Chaka, and Hobson, collectively known as the Chaka Salt Lake. As the heart of Qaidam, the beauty of Qinghai Chaka Salt Lake captivates everyone, and as the 'Supreme Salt Lake in China,' its fame is widespread. The lake is surrounded by the highland spectacle of salt flowers, pure white as snow and crystal clear as jade; on ordinary days, it resembles a vast and boundless emerald sea. In the evening, under the glow of the sunset, it appears as if the sky and the water merge in a mist of clouds and rosy light. At midnight, the sky is filled with little stars, each trying its best to blend its speck of light with the others. Though not as brilliant as the sun or as clear as the moon, this dreamlike light sprinkles over the lake surface, stirring in people the desire to explore in this silent and boundless space. Source: Chaka Salt Lake Scenic Area

Please bring me a glass of green apple juice

📍 QingHai·Golmud·Chaka Salt Lake It is said to be the tears left by deities in the human world, as if walking into a dream, unable to distinguish whether it's salt crystals or snow...

The Pearl of the Great Northwest - A Guide to Visiting the Chaka Salt Lake!

🤩There is such a stunning salt lake in the Great Northwest - the dreamy Chaka Salt Lake! It's incredibly beautiful! 😉If you love the scenery of salt lakes, Chaka Salt Lake will definitely not disappoint you! 🌊This vast salt lake, white as snow, is comparable in size to 55 Chaka Salt Lakes, making it the second largest in the world and the largest in China without a doubt! 📍It is located in Chaka Town, Golmud City, Qinghai Province. The opening hours are 8:00-20:00, and the ticket price is 100 yuan per person. 🎈The best time to visit is from June to October every year🤗, when the climate is pleasant, the sun is abundant, and the beautiful scenery is in full view. Especially in autumn, the dried-up lake bed forms a red salt layer, which is spectacular! 🚗For transportation, first get to Xining, then drive or charter a car to Chaka Salt Lake (there is no public transportation). Why not take a trip around the Qinghai-Gansu loop, with plateaus, snow-capped mountains, lakes, yardangs, grasslands, deserts... a colorful landscape like a palette overturned by God! 👀Main attractions include: 🛣The Salt Bridge: A naturally formed salt road, 32km long and 15-18 meters thick, is an excellent place to view the salt lake. 🤩Dream Island: A small island in the center of the lake with pianos, swings, and beautiful salt flowers. The starry sky rooms on the island are a major highlight, where you can enjoy the starry sky and the lake light at night. 👉The Ship of Salt: A symbolic landscape, the boat-shaped salt crystals are like a giant wheel sailing on the salt lake. 📋Notes: ☀The sunlight reflection on the salt lake is strong, so be sure to protect yourself from the sun and your eyes. 🚫Do not step on or damage the salt layer at will, and protect the natural wonder. 🤒Located in a high-altitude area, you may experience altitude sickness, so be sure to rest and hydrate appropriately. 🎊Recommended itinerary: D1: Xining → Qilian Grassland → Zhuoer Mountain → Qilian County D2: Qilian → Sui-Qi Highway → Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park → Jiayuguan City D3: Jiayuguan → Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring → Dunhuang D4: Dunhuang → Mogao Caves → Dachaidan Emerald Lake → Dachaidan Town D5: Dachaidan → Water Yardang → U-shaped Highway → Golmud City D6: Golmud City → Chaka Salt Lake → Chaka Salt Lake → Chaka Town D7: Chaka Town → Nanshan Panorama → Qinghai Lake → Xining

The largest salt lake in Asia and the second largest in the world is located here

This is the Chaka Salt Lake in Golmud, Qinghai Province. A poem says: The salt flowers vie for the colors of spring, the lake water laughs at the rising sun with flowing rosy clouds. Golden cups and silver platforms enrich the world, pearls and agates are the fragrance of the earth. It was formed by the crustal changes of the ancient ocean through the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, separated by mountains and gradually shrinking and drying up. 'Chaka' means 'salt marsh' in Mongolian, and the lake contains over 50 billion tons of sodium chloride. There is also a salt bridge tens of thousands of meters high on the Chaka Salt Lake, which is a naturally formed road from Golmud to Dunhuang, with a total length of 32 kilometers and a thickness of 15-18 meters. Chaka Salt Lake is the second largest in the world and the largest in Asia, one of the most famous inland salt lakes in the world. The Qinghai-Tibet Railway runs through it, covering an area of 5,800 square kilometers, at an altitude of 2,670 meters. The salt reserves are enough to feed the world's population of 6 billion for 1,000 years. No green plants can grow in Chaka Salt Lake, but it nurtures crystal-clear and ever-changing magical salt flowers. The salt flowers here resemble pearls, corals, pavilions, towers, or flying birds and beasts. They stand in clusters, patches, and bunches in the salt lake, decorating it like a fairyland. The Qaidam Basin always carries a bit of mystery, and this great treasure basin contains countless treasures. Chaka Salt Lake, located at the bottom of the basin, is a priceless pearl. Indeed: The vast salt lake is beautiful, Its quiet beauty is renowned far and wide. In clear waters fish are unseen, In the wild expanse, birds do not fly. Green waves reflect the mountain hues, Clouds and sky shine with purple light. Wondrous and amazing to the world, How can one ever forget upon acquaintance!

It's not abroad|The Great Northwest Salt Lake is truly beautiful

The Great Northwest Salt Lake is truly beautiful. My goodness, this is definitely the result of God accidentally spilling his palette! 🌈 It's as if I'm right there, feeling the romantic and dreamy beauty of the Northwest. Today, let me take you through the desert to see the angelic mountains, seas, and lakes left behind on earth! ✨ 🎨 Look, first is the emerald green Chaka Salt Lake, located 60 kilometers north of Golmud City in Qinghai Province. From an aerial view, it shows an emerald green color, but up close, it turns blue. The salt lake's thousands of salt flowers and towering salt bridges are stunning under the sunlight! 💚 🚗 To reach the salt lake, you need to take a shuttle bus, with a ticket price of 100 yuan per person, and a sightseeing car for 20 yuan per person. The best time for photography is in the morning or at noon to avoid backlighting. There are various photo spots equipped with water pianos, swings, dead trees, pavilions, and starry sky tents. However, be aware that the salt lake water is corrosive, so avoid direct contact! 🙅🏻‍♀️ Also, the sun is strong, so remember to prepare for sun protection! 🕶️ And, be prepared for altitude sickness! 🎨 Next is the sulfur yellow Eboliang Sulfur Lake, located in the Eboliang scenic area of Mangya City in the Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Hidden in the Gobi Yardang, this unique salt lake is an off-the-beaten-path attraction but a treasure in the desert. It's like a golden yellow gem! 💛 🚗 To enter the lake area, there is a fee of 80 yuan per vehicle, but walking is free. It's suitable for viewing all year round, but be careful as the terrain near the lake is unstable, and don't get too close to the lake. Also, remember not to drive to the lake at will, protecting the environment is our responsibility. ❗️ There might be no signal in the uninhabited area, so don't wander off! 🎨 Then there's the diamond blue Dongtaijinaier Lake, located in the Qaidam Basin in Golmud City, Qinghai Province. Its waters are a rare blue, clean and clear to the bottom. The boundless lake surface seems like an extension of the sky, breathtakingly beautiful! 💙 🚗 There is no entrance fee to the lake area, but parking costs 40 yuan per vehicle. It's suitable for viewing all year round, and it's recommended to wear bright clothes for visibility and photo opportunities! The lake is quite large, so walking deeper can help avoid crowds and enjoy a quiet time for photography. But remember to bring shoe covers, and don't go into the water barefoot! ‼ 🎨 Finally, there's the rose pink Ulan Lake, located in the Tengger Desert in Alxa Left Banner, Inner Mongolia. The lake water, like fresh red blood, flows on the surface, shaped like a beating heart imprinted in the desert. ❤ 🚗 If you can't find the location, you'll need a local driver to guide you. The best viewing period is July to August when the lake water is most vibrant. There are no high points around the lake, so you need to use a drone to capture the complete heart shape of the lake. Friends who get carsick, remember to bring some mint candies or motion sickness medicine! The area has strong winds and sand, so don't forget to bring a mask and sunglasses, and with the large temperature difference between day and night, keep warm! The world is dotted with one beautiful 'Heaven on Earth' after another, so let's pack our bags and wander! ✨ Chaka Salt Lake

The magnificent scenery of Dunhuang is breathtaking

The desert wind and sand highlight the lonely moon, as the ancient path is traversed by camel caravans; Apsaras dance in feathered costumes, while Dunhuang musicians play bells and drums. Barley wine, the mirror of salt lakes; Mingsha Mountain, Crescent Spring; Mogao Caves, Dunhuang murals; The world's pass, the colors of Danxia; Stargazing, the lingering sounds, the heavenly palaces transcend a thousand years; Looking at the mortal world, the dimming lights, the prosperous age of humanity takes on a new face. Driving with my father, following the tracks beyond the Great Wall, revisiting the Silk Road, dreaming back to the Han and Tang dynasties.

This is truly where the sea and sky blend into one, perhaps the place closest to the heavens

The sky is adorned with a rainbow, stunning beyond compare! Today, we will take everyone to appreciate a fascinating travel destination—Chaka Salt Lake! Located in Fuyun County, Xinjiang, Chaka Salt Lake is one of the world's oldest salt lakes, with a history dating back millions of years. Under the sunlight, Chaka Salt Lake appears exceptionally beautiful, with the lake surface and the blue sky and white clouds together creating a colorful tapestry. Walking along the edge of the salt lake, the white salt crystals are clear and sparkling, as if bringing us back to the embrace of nature. Moreover, in the vicinity of Chaka Salt Lake, there are many historical sites such as ancient stone cities and thousand-year-old walnut trees, natural and cultural landscapes that allow you to immerse yourself in a rich historical atmosphere while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Folks, hurry to Xinjiang's Chaka Salt Lake and admire this magnificent natural wonder!

With over 99+ comments in the Moments, the original photos are stunning, and this is definitely not abroad

I used to see the Great Northwest dominating my Moments feed! 🤗 I couldn't believe that there are lakes with such colors in China. Until I finally visited 🏝️ Chaka Salt Lake, the largest salt lake in China! It's eight times the size of the Tea Card Salt Lake‼️ Many people have only been to the Tea Card, but I want to say that Chaka Salt Lake is super, super beautiful 🥰 🔸 Chaka Salt Lake Photo Guide 🎈 1. The best spot for photos is deep inside, don't just take pictures at the entrance, inside there are super beautiful 🌈 multicolored salt lakes 2. The lakes on both sides are different! If you have a drone, make sure to capture the road 🛣️, one side is yellow and the other is green 💚 3. You can go to the edge of the shallow beach, where the fluorescent-colored beaches 🌊 are, one part is fluorescent yellow, another is fluorescent green, you can visit both 💓 🔸 Travel Tips 🎈 ✈️ Fly to Xining, then drive or hire a car 🚗 to Chaka Salt Lake (there's no public transportation), passing by Qinghai Lake, Tea Card Salt Lake, Xiaochaidan, and finally reaching Chaka Salt Lake. The scenery along the way is colorful, like God's palette was overturned 🎨 🔸 Preparation for the trip 🎈 1. Sun protection! Hydration! Otherwise, your skin will get dark, cracked, and you'll get nosebleeds in just a few days‼️ 2. For those who like postcards 💌, the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, the Shazhou Night Market, and the Jiayuguan City Wall all have scenic date stamps, commemorative stamps, and postage cards for sale, don't miss out. 3. The temperature difference between morning and evening is huge, and it's windy! Warm clothing such as windbreakers is essential 🔸 Food Recommendations 🎈 Since there's a lot of time spent on the road, it's recommended to check out the food in Dunhuang Jingyuan Gaoliu delicious lamb 🥩, Poplar Braised Pancakes, Cumin Lamb Chops 🐏, Leek and Egg, this restaurant is super popular 🔥 It's suggested to get a number an hour and a half in advance, then go for a stroll in the night market before coming back to eat, City Edge Barbecue, Wei Jin Salt Fried Meat, Jiayuguan Roasted Lamb, Fresh Fruit Yogurt, Milk Egg Fermented Rice Wine 🤗 🔸 Northwest China Travel Route Recommendations ⛱️D1 Everywhere — Xining ⛱️D2 Xining — Qinghai Lake — Qaidam Basin — Delingha ⛱️D3 Delingha — 315 — Water Yadan — Xitaijiner Lake — Dachaidan/Delingha ⛱️D4 Dachaidan — Jade Lake — Sky No.1 — Tea Card ⛱️D5 Tea Card — Golden Silver Beach — Atomic City — Xining ⛱️D6 Departure and return 🔸 Seeing the fluorescent green salt lake 🏝️ with my own eyes, under the sunlight 🌞 it's crystal clear, sparkling with diamond brilliance 💫💫💫 💚 Several layers of green, it's really too beautiful! My friends in the Moments can't believe I'm in China! 🤗🤗 A once-in-a-lifetime must-visit to the Great Northwest!

Qinghai-Gansu Tourism｜Fresh 7-day travel guide for Qinghai-Gansu loop

Day1: Depart from Xi'an——Xining——Qinghai Lake——Chaka Town (stay) Depart by early flight, rent a car online in advance, choose airport pick-up, have lunch, then buy snacks, water and fruits for the road First stop at Qinghai Lake, we did not choose to go to Qinghai Lake Scenic Area Navigate to Heima Town, then go 15km ahead where there is no charge, there is a camping site, you can camp there to watch the sunrise Day2: Chaka——Xiaochaidan Lake (pass by)——Chaerhan Salt Lake——Xiaochaidan Lake (pass by)——Dachaidan (stay) Chaerhan Salt Lake, we went to Chaerhan Salt Lake, if time permits, you can go to Emerald Lake, it is not recommended to go to Chaka Salt Lake The Xiaochaidan Lake we passed by on the road is really super beautiful, (you can bring some bread to feed the seagulls) You must bring sunglasses otherwise you can't see anything, it's too dazzling You must do sun protection, it's best to bring a hat or an umbrella, take photos and then take it Go to Dachaidan town to eat their hand-grabbed mutton and kang pot beef, it's very delicious and has no mutton smell Day3: Dachaidan——Liuge Expressway (small U-shaped road)——Dangjin Mountain——Petroleum Town (filming location of Nine-layer Demon Tower)——Aksai——Dunhuang (Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring)——Shazhou Night Market——Dunhuang City Area (stay) Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring, the ticket can be used for 3 days, bought a round-trip sightseeing car, bought sand sliding, you must find a ladder to climb when you enter the desert, otherwise it's really tiring, the sand is really soft, it is recommended to wear sandals, there will be a star concert at eight thirty, the whole audience sings. Day4: Dunhuang——Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring (photo shoot)——Dunhuang Qili Town (stargazing)——Dunhuang City Area (stay) Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring, we were tired from playing the day before, slept late the next morning, went out for lunch, went to the entrance of Mingsha Mountain Scenic Area to do makeup and then took photos, after taking photos, you can ride a camel with makeup Qili Town stargazing, a few minutes drive out of the city, stars all over the sky, and faintly saw the Milky Way, the moon was like a lamp that night Day5: Dunhuang Museum——Guazhou——Son of the Earth——Jiuquan (stay) Dunhuang Museum, we didn't get Mogao Grottoes, if you want to go to Mogao Grottoes, remember to buy tickets in advance, otherwise you can't book, you can only see four grottoes with the ticket Guazhou Son of the Earth, there are several sculptures on the way from Dunhuang to Jiuquan "Son of the Earth" "Han Wu Xiong Feng" "No Bound" "Gobi Ark" Day6: Jiuquan——Qicai Danxia——Zhangye (stay) Qicai Danxia, you need to take a bus to each viewing platform, the last one, Hongxia viewing platform has the best view Day7: Zhangye——Biandukou——Qilian Mountain Grassland——Xining——Xi'an Qilian Mountain Grassland, the three of us rode horses and played for an afternoon, it was very good.

Experience the charm of nature at the salt lake!

📍Address: Chaka Town, Golmud City, Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province 🎫Ticket Price: Subject to the actual price announced by the scenic area ✨Must-visit Attractions: 1. 🌌Salt Lake: A scenery like the realm of the sky, photos taken here are super dreamy😍 2. 🌊Magnificent Salt Bridge: A road paved with salt, as if leading to the horizon, very spectacular🤩 3. 🏞Salt Lake Wetland: A rare habitat for birds, where you can enjoy the beautiful natural scenery🦜 4. 🌌Starry Sky: At night, the salt lake sky is dotted with stars✨, as if you are in the universe 📅Travel Itinerary: Morning: Arrive at Chaka Salt Lake, enjoy the sunrise🌅, and feel the charm of nature Morning: Stroll along the salt lake, check in at various attractions, and take photos as souvenirs📷 Noon: Taste local specialties at the restaurant in the scenic area🍲 Afternoon: Participate in some salt lake-related activities, such as salt lake baths🛀, to relax Evening: Watch the starry sky over the salt lake, ending a wonderful day🌙 📢Notice: 1. Pay attention to sun protection🌞, avoid sunburn 2. The climate in the salt lake area is dry, remember to moisturize💦 3. Comply with the regulations of the scenic area, and play civilized 😀Hope this guide is helpful to you, and wish you have fun at Chaka Salt Lake!🤗

Emeralds scattered across China

⛰【Travel Guide】 📍Detailed Address: Chaerhan Salt Lake Dreamy Scenic Area, 60 kilometers north of Golmud City, Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province 🚗Transportation Guide: Transportation is not very convenient. You can choose to take a train to Golmud City, then carpool at the He Xi roundabout (near the dispatched hotel) for 25 yuan per person directly to the scenic area. Alternatively, fly directly to Lanzhou or Xining and start a self-driving grand loop. 🕙Opening Hours: 8:30-18:30, no entry after 17:00. 💰Ticket Price: 100 yuan per person, including admission and shuttle bus. 🌟Highlights: A natural salt lake, two kinds of heart-stopping green complement each other, coupled with the crystallized salt on the shore, together they form a natural scroll, like emeralds scattered on the earth. 📌Little Tips: Even taking the shuttle bus inside takes tens of minutes. I visited in October, the wind was very strong, remember to keep warm. Although the weather was overcast, it did not affect the beauty of the salt lake at all, and I heard that it looks even better when it's windy.

Friends circle has gone crazy! This is not abroad

I also don't believe that there is such a color lake in China Until I finally went to Chaka Salt Lake! I saw the fluorescent green salt lake with my own eyes, crystal clear under the sun, shining with diamond light Several levels of green, it's really too beautiful! Friends circle doesn't believe I'm in China! Must come to the northwest once in a lifetime! . 📍Chaka Dream Salt Lake China's largest salt lake! It's eight times the size of Chaka Salt Lake! Many people have only been to Chaka, I want to say that Chaka Salt Lake is super super beautiful! ✈️Fly to Xining, drive or charter to Chaka Salt Lake (no public transportation), you will pass Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, Xiaochaidan, and finally arrive at Chaka Salt Lake. The scenery along the way is colorful, it really seems to have overturned God's palette🎨 . 📷Chaka photo guide 1. The most suitable photo spot is in the deepest part, don't just take pictures at the entrance, there are super beautiful multi-color salt lakes in the deepest part 2. The lake water on both sides is different! If you have aerial photography, you must take pictures of the road, one year is yellow and the other is green 3. You can go to the water's edge at the shallow beach, the fluorescent beach, one section is fluorescent yellow, and one section is fluorescent green, you can go to both

In the vast northwest, there is a whole piece of stunning green salt lake

🏠Chaka Salt Lake 📍 Located in Golmud City, Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province 🎫Ticket + scenic area bus: 96 🎫Zhejiang citizens are free of charge but need to buy a scenic area bus: 60 - You need to take a scenic area bus to get there The bus arrives at the starting point of the scenic area in about 15 minutes - If you want to reach the core position of the scenic area, you can choose to walk or take the scenic area's sightseeing car. One way is 15, round trip is 30, and the whole journey is about 5km I didn't go in because I was in a hurry, and I heard from the staff that there is less water in the core area recently, and I can't take pictures of the lake like the online pictures, but I suggest going if you have enough time! - The lake water is super green It's the color of the apple soda we drank when we were kids And it's magical The lake water is green up close and blue from a distance It's really super beautiful! The real thing is much better than the photos! - Walk along the plank road There are many sun-shading buildings by the lake where you can rest and cool down - There is a swing by the lake that is very photogenic The swing is free, and you need to queue up when there are many people The glass boat by the lake is 40 per person for photos Because there are few people going to take pictures, the boss said it's not limited by time It's very photogenic to lie in the glass boat with a drone - ❗️Must! Sunscreen! ❗️Must! Wear sunglasses! ❗️The lake water in the scenic area is brine, do not drink - ps: Chaka Salt Lake is the largest salt lake in Asia, it's not an exaggeration. The salt stored in the lake can supply 6 billion people in the world for 1000 years

Dreamy Salt Lake - Chaka

Chaka Salt Lake The lake is vast and white as snow, 55 times the size of Chaka Salt Lake It is the second largest in the world and the largest salt lake in China! Coordinates: Geermu City, Qinghai Province, Chaka Town Opening hours: 8:00-20:00 Tickets: 100 yuan/person Best time to visit Every year from June to October, the climate is mild and the sun is abundant. You can enjoy the beautiful lake and the surrounding scenery, especially in autumn, the lake dries up and forms a red salt layer, which is very spectacular! Transportation Guide Take the high-speed train/train/plane to Xining first, then drive or charter a car to Chaka Salt Lake (no public transportation). It is recommended to take a trip around the Qinghai-Tibet loop, with plateaus, snow mountains, lakes, Yadan, grasslands, deserts... The scenery along the way is colorful, like God's palette has been knocked over Main attractions Salt Bridge A natural highway made of salt, 32km long and 15-18m thick. This is the best place to view the entire salt lake, with beautiful scenery! Dream Island Located in the center of the salt lake, the island has various shapes of pianos, swings, exposed salt flowers and other landscapes. You can take many beautiful photos. There are star rooms on the island for experience, and you can enjoy the starry sky and lake light at night Salt Ship The iconic landscape of Chaka Salt Lake, the shape of the ship is made of salt crystals, like a huge ship sailing on the salt lake, very attractive

The place on earth that most resembles the surface of the moon - Heidu Mountain in Qinghai!

If you are like me, willing to find peace in solitude, and empty yourself in the wilderness, then I suggest you must come here! This is not a place where there is no grass, the place that most resembles the surface of the moon "Heidu Mountain in Qinghai" It is the most unique scenery in the vast mountains of the northwest, the pure black and white create its appearance like the surface of the moon. It also gives it a unique feature of alternating black and white mountain colors, full of the charm of Chinese classical ink painting. It's as if, a peak walked out of an ink painting. Until now, I found a place called "Heidu Mountain", it is desolate, lonely, and cold, this desolate and tragic landscape will shock you. This ink-like scenery makes loneliness even more lonely. If your heart is strong enough, you must go once. Recommended itinerary: Explore Qinghai · Chaka Salt Lake · Aiken Spring 8 days and 7 nights (private group) D1. All over the country—Xining D2. Xining—Riyue Mountain—Daotang River—Qinghai Lake—Chaka Salt Lake—Delingha D3. Delingha—Chaka Salt Lake—Dachaidan Emerald Lake—Dachaidan D4. Dachaidan—Beautiful Highway G315 National Road—Dongtaijinaer Lake (passing by)—Water Yadan—Xitaijinaer Lake—Mangya D5. Mangya-Aiken Spring (Devil's Eye)—Mars No. 1 Highway—Boluo Transfer Well (Oil Town)—Dunhuang D6. Dunhuang—Mogao Grottoes—Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring—Shazhou Night Market—Dunhuang City D7. Dunhuang—-Son of the Earth—Mirage—Guazhou Taste Melon—Jiayuguan—Zhangye Danxia—Zhangye D8. Zhangye—Biandukou—Qilian Mountain Grassland—Gangshika Snow Peak—Menyuan Rapeseed Flower Sea—End of Xining

Chaka Salt Lake must be the emerald that God dropped into the world

✨If you like the scenery of the salt lake 👋🏻Then Chaka Salt Lake will not disappoint you Chaka Salt Lake The lake is vast and white as snow It's as big as 55 Chaka Salt Lakes It's the second largest and the largest salt lake in China! 📍Location: Chaerhan Town, Golmud City, Qinghai Province Opening hours: 8:00-20:00 🎫Ticket: 100 yuan/person Best time to visit From June to October each year, the climate is mild and the sun is abundant. You can enjoy the beautiful lake and surrounding scenery, especially in autumn, the lake dries up, forming a red salt layer, which is very spectacular! ✈️Traffic guide Take the high-speed train/train/plane to Xining first, then drive or charter a car to Chaka Salt Lake (no public transportation) It is recommended to take a trip around Qinghai and Gansu, with plateaus, snow mountains, lakes, Yadan, grasslands, deserts... The scenery along the way is colorful, like God's palette overturned ✨Main attractions 💚Ten Thousand Salt Bridge A natural highway, all made of salt, 32km long, with a thickness of 15-18 meters. This is the best place to enjoy the entire salt lake, with beautiful scenery! Dream Island Located in the center of the salt lake, the island has various shapes of pianos, swings, exposed salt flowers and other landscapes. You can take many beautiful photos. There are starry sky rooms on the island for experience, and you can enjoy the starry sky and lake light at night Salt Ship The iconic landscape of Chaka Salt Lake, the shape of the ship is made of salt crystals, like a huge ship sailing on the salt lake, very attractive Precautions The sunlight reflection on the salt lake is very strong, pay attention to sun protection and eye protection Do not step on or damage the salt layer at will, protect this natural wonder! Chaka Salt Lake is located in the plateau area at an altitude of 2670 meters, there may be altitude sickness, pay attention to proper rest and hydration 🚙Recommended itinerary : Xining→Qilian Grassland→Zhuoer Mountain→Qilian County : Qilian→Suqi Highway→Zhangye Colorful Danxia→Jiayuguan City : Jiayuguan→Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring→Dunhuang : Dunhuang→Mogao Grottoes→Dachaidan Emerald Lake→Dachaidan Town : Dachaidan→Water Yadan→-U-shaped Highway→Golmud City : Golmud City→Chaka Salt Lake→Chaka Salt Lake→Chaka Town : Chaka Town→Nanshan Panorama→Qinghai Lake→West

Chaka Salt Lake, the emerald pearl on Earth! Full guide

God's scattered emeralds! A few years ago, I took the Qinghai-Gansu loop, but due to limited time, Chaka Salt Lake was not included in the itinerary! But its beauty crazily swept across my screen, and I've been longing for it for a long time. This year, I chose the Haixi route, starting from Golmud and ending at Huatugou🔚; to witness the unearthly beauty of Chaka Salt Lake! . Chaka Dream Salt Lake This is the largest salt lake in China! It's more than 50 times the size of Chaka Salt Lake! Many people have only been to Chaka, but this is actually the most beautiful salt lake near Qinghai Lake, the real 'Sky Mirror'. . ❤️Brief Introduction to the Tour 1️⃣Location: 60 kilometers north of Golmud, 🚗less than an hour's drive 2️⃣Tickets: 40 yuan for the entrance ticket + 60 yuan for the bus ticket in the scenic area = 100 yuan 3️⃣Opening hours: 08:30-18:30, admission stops at 17:00 4️⃣Tour time: 2-3 hours 5️⃣Journey in the scenic area: After buying tickets at the visitor center, you need to take the scenic area bus, which takes 30 minutes to reach the final station. The views on both sides of the bus are similar 6️⃣Attractions: There are two attractions, the bus will first arrive at the final station, and on the way back, it will pass the 'Salt Bridge', where you can get off and take pictures for 10 minutes ⚠️So the Salt Bridge is in the Chaka Salt Lake Scenic Area 📷Chaka Photo Guide 1️⃣The best spot for taking pictures is in the innermost part, don't just take pictures at the entrance, there are super beautiful salt lakes of various colors in the innermost part 2️⃣The lake water on both sides is different! Be sure to shoot from multiple angles 3️⃣Taking pictures by the shallow beach is also absolutely beautiful, it's like being on a fluorescent beach, one part is fluorescent yellow, the other part is fluorescent green

I found the green in my dream! Strongly recommend Chaka Salt Lake!

I found the green in my dream! Chaka Salt Lake is highly recommended! 🌟Highlights: For those going to the northwest, Chaka Salt Lake is highly recommended! It is the second largest salt lake in the world (the largest is Uyuni Salt Lake in Bolivia), the largest salt lake in China, smaller than Chaka Salt Lake and Dachaidan Emerald Lake, but the scenery is even more beautiful! At different times of the day, the lake presents different shades of green; the more intense the sunlight, the more emerald the lake water becomes! 📝Note tips: Be sure to take the second sightseeing car into the core scenic area, where there are cat paw-shaped salt lake roads, swings and pianos that are very photogenic. In terms of clothing, white/green/red are all very photogenic! 🎫Ticket strategy: This attraction only has offline ticket sales points. You can buy it at the visitor center at the entrance of the scenic area. You need to buy tickets and sightseeing cars together, because this is the second largest salt lake in the world! You can't walk in haha!

Chaka Salt Lake: The Emerald Journey

Chaka Salt Lake is the largest salt lake in China, covering a vast area, like a green ocean. It is located in Qinghai Province, and unlike Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Dachaidan Emerald Lake, Chaka Salt Lake has a unique style that should not be missed. When you arrive at the visitor center, first buy tickets and bus tickets. The scenic area is very vast, you must take a bus to enter, and pass through the salt field to reach the scenic area. The scenic area has a sightseeing car that can take you into the central area. On the way back, the bus will stop at the Wanzhang Salt Bridge for 10 minutes. This is a good place for check-in and photography. You will be amazed by the scenery in front of you, it is like a green apple, shining with beautiful light in the sun. There are also many places for check-in and photography by the lake, such as Qiu Gan, rocking chair and transparent boat, The reflection here is very beautiful. The entire scenic area has a wide water surface and is an excellent place for photography.

The palette of nature

▼Chaka Salt Lake is the treasure pot hidden in the heart of the Qaidam Basin, an almost undeveloped fairyland, a mirror of the sky that is so beautiful it's indescribable. For thousands of years, it has coexisted with the towering Kunlun Mountains and the vast Gobi Desert, where grandeur and beauty coexist. When you step into it, the air seems to be filled with a salty taste, and what you see is the crystal-clear white salt flowers, shining with a warm and jade-like luster under the sun. Location: 60 kilometers north of Golmud City, Qinghai Province The emerald-like green color looks blue up close. The salt flowers and salt bridges of Thousand Islands shine with visible beauty under the sunlight. Cars are not allowed in, you need to take a shuttle bus for 100/person and a sightseeing car for 20/person. Shooting suggestions: The light is better in the morning or at noon, and it is easy to shoot against the light in the afternoon. There are photo spots such as water piano, swing, dead tree pavilion, starry tent and various viewing platforms. Note: The salt lake water is corrosive, avoid direct contact! The sun is fierce, so be sure to do a good job of sun protection! Remember to take measures against altitude sickness before you go. Ebo Liang Sulfur Lake Location: Ebo Liang Scenic Area, Mangya City, Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture

The breathtaking landscape

I explore many different landscapes, In Qarhan Salt Lake, Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai, I can find the breathtaking look of magnified glass, Whether it's flawless or broken. Photo taken at Qarhan Salt Lake, Golmud, Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai

The heart of the Qaidam Basin: Self-driving guide to Chaerhan Salt Lake

🌠Chaerhan Salt Lake, located in Golmud City, Haixi Mongolian Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, in the central and eastern part of the core area of the Qaidam Basin, is the largest in China and the second largest natural salt lake in the world, with an area of 5856 square kilometers. 🎇Chaerhan in Mongolian means salt lake, and from west to east, the salt lake is divided into four lake areas: Letan, Dabusun, Chaerhan, and Hobusun, with an altitude of about 2700 meters. 🌅Self-driving can navigate to the Chaerhan Salt Lake Tourist Service Center, and then spend 100 yuan (half price for children) to take the scenic spot sightseeing car to the hinterland of the salt lake. The journey takes about 20 minutes, and the return bus will stop at the Wanzhang Salt Bridge for 10 minutes for photo check-in. 💰Ticket price: Free 🕙Business hours: 8:30-20:30 (stop admission at 19:00) ⏳Play time: 3-4 hours 📍Detailed address: 60 kilometers north of Golmud City, Haixi Mongolian Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province

Qinghai | Chaka Salt Lake is blue-green🔹

Just arrived at Chagan Lake, I was amazed by the green and blue colors under the sunshine. The salt lake is clear to the bottom, I've been saying "It's really good, it's really good!" The photo has no color adjustment or filter, Just take a random shot and it's a big scene! The key is that there are few people, not even many during the May Day holiday, so you can take photos freely. 📍Chaka Salt Lake, 50 minutes' drive from Golmud. Can be arranged as part of the trip to G315. 🎫 Admission: 100 yuan/person (including sightseeing car), it's very large inside and the sightseeing car is a must-ride.

The Chaerhan Salt Lake is China's largest salt lake and one of the most famous inland salt lakes in the world. The Qinghai-Tibet Railway passes through. Entering the plant area, you will first see a Salt Lake Museum showing the history of the formation and mining of the Chaerhan Salt Lake. At the entrance, there is a crystal of 'salt lakes', which is very interesting. There is a 10,000-ton salt bridge extending from the salt to the lake in the scenic area. The hardness is the same as that of the general asphalt road. In case of damage, just add some brine to restore the road. There are white salt crystals on both sides of the salt lake, and the lake is transparent and green. On sunny days, the surrounding scenery, sky and white clouds are reflected in the lake. Great location.

The Chaerhan Salt Lake is one of the largest natural salt lakes in the world. The Qaidam Basin between Kunlun Mountain and Qilian Mountain is known as the treasure bowl of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The heart of the Qaidam Basin is the famous Chaer Khan. Its rich and surprising salt mine resources and the 32-kilometer singular Banzhang Salt Bridge have made its name resound for more than half a century. Most people only know the Chaka Salt Lake, but the Chaer Khan Salt Lake is larger and less well known. "Chaer Khan" is Mongolian, meaning "Yanze". Salt Lake is located in the Gobi Desert, where the climate is hot and dry, the sunshine is long, and the evaporation of water is much higher than the precipitation. Due to the long-term wind and sun, a high concentration of brine was formed in the lake, which gradually crystallized into salt particles. The lake panel was formed into a thick salt cover, which was extremely hard. Incredibly, there is a 32-kilometer long road and railway passing through the salt lake. It is a wanzhang salt bridge floating on the brine. The road and railway are a section of Golmud to Dunhuang Highway and Qingzang. A section of the railway. Unlike Chaerhan Salt Lake and Chaka Salt Lake, it is really a "lake." In fact, this is not a scenic spot, and the road to come in has also taken some effort. This is a salt lake where you can see the rushing lake. The shore is full of salt and alkali, a thick layer. When you step on it, it will seep slightly in the water. It feels like walking in the snow.