#Qilian Mountain Grassland Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
#2 of Best Things to Do in Qilian
Grasslands
Address:
Qilian, Haibei, Qinghai, China
Opening times:
Open year round, 24/7Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
2-4 hour
Explore the infinite charm of Qinghai's C-position city—Haibei!
Qinghai, this mysterious and beautiful plateau province, has a C-position city that is fascinating—Haibei. Speaking of this city, everyone must feel very niche, yes! It is indeed niche, but it has magnificent natural scenery and deep Tibetan cultural heritage, and it is also a place where many travelers yearn for. 😍 After I went, I found out that it is really beautiful here! Companions really have time to explore!
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⚠Small tips
When traveling to Haibei, there are a few small tips to note
✔Transportation: It is recommended to rent a car for self-driving, which is more convenient, but due to the complex road conditions, it is recommended that experienced drivers drive, which can explore the scenery of Haibei more deeply
✔Climate change: The climate on the plateau is changeable, the temperature difference between day and night is large, and warm clothing and sun protection products are essential
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🌿Recommended scenic spots to check in
1⃣Qilian Mountain Grassland
It is a dazzling pearl in Haibei, with magnificent natural scenery and rich tourist resources🏞. Walking into the Qilian Mountain Grassland, you will be shocked by the endless green, as if you are in a fairyland.
⚠Riding a horse on the grassland is also a good choice, but safety should be noted.
2⃣Zhuoer Mountain Scenic Area
The Zhuoer Mountain Scenic Area is located in Qilian County, with majestic mountains⛰, vast grasslands and mysterious Tibetan buildings. Climbing Zhuoer Mountain and overlooking the entire scenic area, you will be shocked by the beautiful scenery in front of you.
⚠There is a 360-degree viewing platform in the Zhuoer Mountain Scenic Area, where you can overlook the spectacular scenery of the entire scenic area.
3⃣Menyuan Hundred Miles Rapeseed Flower Sea Scenic Area
Located in Menyuan County, Haibei Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, it is a scenic spot known for its spectacular rapeseed fields and beautiful natural scenery. 💐When the rapeseed flowers here are in full bloom, it is like a golden ocean, the scenery is very spectacular, and in the summer season, walking into Menyuan Hui Autonomous County, Qinghai, 🖼 is like walking into a naturally formed oil painting. The photos are very good, and girls can wear fresh dresses to look beautiful!
4⃣Gangshika Snow Peak
The Gangshika Snow Peak towers over the Cold Dragon Mountain, and the Gangshika Snow Peak is the highest peak here! It is also the location of the film "The Climbers"! The scenery is very charming in winter, and the waterfall here forms an ice waterfall after freezing. Under the sunlight, 💦 the ice waterfall refracts colorful colors, and the photos are really good📸.
⚠The road to the top of the mountain is all mountain roads, everyone drive carefully
Haibei is a city full of charm and charm, a niche treasure city! If you haven't been here, you can really find a holiday to come once!
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Beautiful Scenery
If you’re looking for a quiet place off the beaten track, you should head to Qilian mountain, north of Xining. Beautiful drive to get there and a beautiful place overall to have a look around.
Location: Qilian Mountains, Qilian County, Qinghai
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Qinghai & Gansu Self-Driving Tour
Had the good fortune to do a self-driving tour through Central Gansu Province and Northern Qinghai Province. If you’re in China for a while and have a foreign driver’s license, you can apply for a Chinese one. It requires jumping through some annoying hoops but then you can rent a car when you travel. We drove up to Qilian Mountain in Qinghai and to the famous 4120m Large Winter Tree pass. It was a very fun experience!
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Into the grassland of Qilian Mountain, the most beautiful grassland in China, the grassland in June has changed from dry yellow to green, and the high altitude makes the peak at the end of the grassland still snowy in June. Qilian Mountain has a picturesque scenery, Tiangaoyun is light and summer is like spring, and the snowy peaks of Qilian hold the white Hada. The vast grassland pavilion unfolds a thousand miles of blankets, so that the feelings of Qilian Mountain are deeply hidden in everyone's heart. You walked forward with a smile, and the scarves are flying in the wind...
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Qilian Travel Guide, a must-see
✨【Essential Guide to Qilian Journey】📍Location: Qilian County, Haibei Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, China
🌈Best Travel Season: Summer and Autumn (July-August, enjoy the grassland feast; September-October, experience the colorful autumn scenery)
🛣️Travel Suggestions:
Self-driving: Good road conditions, more freedom to explore.
Public Transportation: Take long-distance buses from Xining or Zhangye to Qilian.
💰Ticket Budget:
Zhuo'er Mountain Scenic Area: 80 RMB/person (includes admission and sightseeing car fees)
Niu Xin Mountain: Free admission
Qilian Mountain Grassland: No admission fee
Attractions Highlights:
- Zhuo'er Mountain: Picturesque 'Eastern Switzerland', a perfect combination of Danxia landform and grassland scenery.
- Niu Xin Mountain: A symbol of Qilian, with perennial snow on the mountain top and pleasant grassland views.
- Qilian Mountain Grassland: A top grassland in China, vast and broad, with numerous cattle and sheep.
- Binggou Forest Sea: The primeval forest is lush and cool, a perfect retreat from the summer heat.
- Arou Temple: A Gelug sect Buddhist temple, with uniquely charming architectural art.
🔧Travel Tips:
- Consider the plateau environment to prevent altitude sickness.
- Large temperature differences, please prepare warm clothing.
- Respect local culture and remain polite.
- Try authentic local foods, such as hand-grabbed mutton, yogurt, and highland barley cakes.
- Plan tightly to fully enjoy the beautiful scenery.
📷Photography Tips:
- Sunrise and sunset at Zhuo'er Mountain are a must for photographers.
- Capture the elegance of Niu Xin Mountain with snow-capped mountains in the background.
- Shoot a panoramic view of the Qilian grassland, a wide-angle lens is essential.
📷Food Recommendations:
- Delicious mutton with a delicate taste, try the roasted mutton.
- Fresh and fragrant yogurt, rich and tasty.
- Highland barley cake, a crispy texture worth trying.
🍵Don't forget to taste the butter tea, warming for both heart and stomach.
🛌Accommodation Recommendations:
- Qilian County Town offers a variety of accommodation options.
- Around Zhuo'er Mountain Scenic Area, choose characteristic accommodations to enjoy a visual feast.
🎉This is a well-planned travel guide, may your trip to Qilian be filled with joy!
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Qilian Mountain Grassland | Run wildly in the twilight
I completed the last day's journey in the Qilian Mountains.
Just before it got dark, I drove back to Xining with a friend.
✨ Along the way, I saw the Qilian Mountain grassland again.
Under the setting sun, the grassland was draped in orange light,
Even more beautiful than during the day.
I greedily gazed at the scenery outside the window,
Sheep, grasslands, snow-capped mountains.
I unconsciously pressed the camera shutter,
Click, click,
Trying to capture this last light.
🚗 We headed east,
The sun set in our rearview mirror.
The twilight gradually faded,
We left the grassland at a speed of 60 kilometers per hour,
Making a wish to come back again.
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You have entered the northwestern secret realm, where the scenery ahead is boundless
Welcome, dear travelers, to this meticulously crafted Qinghai travel guide. Here, you will witness the unique plateau scenery of Qinghai, experience the rich ethnic culture, taste authentic cuisine, and enjoy an extraordinary journey of transportation, granting you an unforgettable travel experience on this magical land.
Attractions:
1. Qinghai Lake - China's largest inland lake, like a sapphire embedded in the plateau, with rippling blue waves, flocks of sheep and cattle by the lake, and a golden sea of rapeseed flowers, offering a spectacular sight of thousands of birds flying together in the summer.
2. Chaka Salt Lake - Known as the 'Mirror of the Sky', its pristine surface reflects the blue sky and white clouds, as if stepping into a dreamy fairyland.
3. Ta'er Monastery - One of the six major monasteries of the Gelug sect of Tibetan Buddhism in Qinghai Province, with exquisite murals, thangka, and butter sculpture art that are breathtaking.
4. Qilian Mountain Grassland - A green carpet surrounded by snow-capped mountains, a paradise for photography enthusiasts, and an excellent place to experience the life of nomads.
Itinerary:
Arrive in Xining on the first day, rest, and then visit the Dongguan Mosque to taste the local Muslim culture. The next day, drive to Qinghai Lake, enjoy the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau scenery along the way, and camp by the lake to watch the stars. On the third day, visit Chaka Salt Lake and head to Qilian Mountain Grassland in the afternoon, spending a night in a grassland homestay.
Food Recommendations:
• Hand-grabbed lamb: Made from tender lamb, with a rich taste and aromatic flavor, it is a Qinghai specialty.
• Yogurt: Qinghai yogurt is thick and creamy, with a suitable sour and sweet taste, rich in probiotics, and is an excellent choice for quenching thirst and beating the heat.
• Tsampa: A local specialty with a rich flavor, chewy texture, thick soup, and rich in nutrients.
Transportation Tips:
You can take a flight directly to Xining Caojiabao Airport from all over the country, or choose to travel by train or long-distance bus. Within the province, chartered self-driving is the most convenient for stopping to enjoy the scenery along the way. In addition, there are tourist buses to and from Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and other places, which are both economical and convenient.
On this vast and mysterious land, let us listen to the stories of Qinghai, explore the treasures of nature, enjoy the delicacies of the world, and embark on a journey that captivates the heart and soul!
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Qilian Mountain Grassland
The Qilian Mountain Grassland is located in the northwest of Qinghai Province, one of the largest alpine grasslands in China, and an important ecological conservation area in Qinghai Province. Its terrain is relatively flat, with an altitude of over 3000 meters, a cold and dry climate, long and cold winters, and short and cool summers.
The vegetation of the Qilian Mountain Grassland is rich and diverse, with large areas of alpine meadows and oak forests, as well as many rare plants, such as Qinghai spruce, Qilian Mountain red pine, Qilian Mountain blue pine, etc. Various wildflowers grow on the grassland here, such as purple sage, yellow marigold, white hyacinth, etc., with a fragrant scent and beautiful scenery.
The Qilian Mountain Grassland is a paradise for wild animals, with many rare animals such as Tibetan antelope, wild donkey, snow leopard, wolf, fox, etc. These wild animals run freely on the grassland, adding infinite vitality to the grassland.
In addition to the natural scenery, there are many cultural landscapes worth seeing in the Qilian Mountain Grassland. There are ancient Tibetan villages, and the Qilian Mountain Folk Culture Museum, which displays the traditional culture and history of the Qilian Mountain area. Here, tourists can feel the simple life of the local people and the unique cultural heritage.
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Winter trip to Qilian Mountains: Exploring the magic of ice and snow
Winter in Qilian Mountains, encounter the magic of ice and snow❄️
Qilian Mountains, one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in China, is even more poetic in winter. As a master of route planning, today I am going to tailor a best route for you in the Qilian Mountains in winter. Let's step into this magical world of ice and snow and feel the unique charm of winter!
📍Itinerary:
Day 1: Xining - Qilian Mountain National Park
Day 2: Qilian Mountain National Park - Zhuoer Mountain
Day 3: Zhuoer Mountain - Xining
The magic of ice and snow, must-visit places in Qilian Mountains in winter:
1️⃣ Zhuoer Mountain: Located in Qilian County, Qinghai Province, it is one of the representatives of Qilian Mountains. The Zhuoer Mountain in winter is covered with white snow, like a fairy tale world. Standing on the top of the mountain, overlooking the entire valley, it is beautiful.
2️⃣ Niu Xin Mountain: Located opposite Zhuoer Mountain, it is another famous peak of Qilian Mountains. The top of the mountain is covered with white snow, the waist of the mountain is surrounded by clouds and mist, and the scenery is beautiful.
3️⃣ Ice waterfall: There are many spectacular ice waterfalls in Qilian Mountains, which are good places for winter exploration. Standing in front of the ice waterfall, feel the purity and shock.
4️⃣ Snow scene: The winter snow scene of Qilian Mountains is beautiful, whether walking in the snow or standing on the top of the mountain overlooking the entire snow field, it can make people feel relaxed and happy.
📸Photography tips:
1️⃣ Choose the right angle: Shooting from a high angle or a low angle can take stunning photos.
2️⃣ Use the snow mountain as the background: With the snow mountain as the background, the characters or scenery as the foreground, it can better highlight the winter atmosphere.
3️⃣ Adjust camera parameters: Properly adjust camera parameters, such as exposure, white balance, etc., to make the photos more vivid.
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Qilian Mountain Grassland
It is in Gansu and Qinghai provinces.Its a very magnificent mountain which means heavenly mountain.At the foot of Qilian Mountain lies it’s Grassland. Benefited from the good weather and favorable natural resources from Qilian Mountain, the grassland is developed into a wonderland for nomads and tourists with its fabulous scenery. Depending on the time of visit you can expect a dynamic green scroll adorned with lush grass, blossoming flowers, roaming flocks of cattle, horses, and sheep. I highly recommend this place to nature lovers for us a few minutes after arriving we sent to play on grassland and it rained we were forced to stay in a car until it stopped raining .When the rain stopped the rainbow with visible seven colours came out.
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Qilian County got its name because it was close to the foot of Qilian Mountain. The beautiful scenery of the mountains, the vast grasslands, the red Danxia and so on will surely surprise you.
Qilian is famous for China's most beautiful grassland, Qishan Yishi, Qingsong Yunhai and Santan two gorges. It is a place with pleasant scenery, abundant resources, numerous vicissitudes and humanities. When you are in Qilian, you will see that the eight-treasure river and the Heihe River love songs are full of enthusiasm, and they are rushing forward, creating a beautiful mountain and river and humanity world.
Zhang_Young_Master.
July and August is the most beautiful time in the Qilian Mountain Prairie. The sheep and grassland on the roadside are very beautiful. The Qilian Mountain is one of the most beautiful grasslands in China. The average mountain range of the
Qilian Mountain is between 4,000 and 5,000 meters above sea level. The long and wide glaciers formed by the snow in the mountains are spectacular and the white tents set up by the herdsmen on the grassland, the white clouds in the sky. The Qilian Mountains in the distance, and the grassy grasslands and the grassland, are all sighing like windows desktop.
Many locals drive to the grassland to play, and the food they eat while sitting on the ground is really good.
Breeze blowing, will make people feel like returning to the truth, like a dream. The famous Da Maying grassland, with its flat terrain, abundant water and grass, and the largest farm in the Far East, the Far East, is built here.
Air_Belle.
There are always a lot of surprises and surprises when traveling alone, such as encountering a warm stranger. When Qinghai Lake is around, there is a large part of the time on the road. The farther the road is, the louder the music on the car is, and I like the feeling of contracting the whole road. The most beautiful scenery on the road, this sentence is said to be rotten is not unreasonable. The advantage of self-driving is that you can stop and watch your favorite scenery as you like, but you can stay without it.
Jojos trip.
It takes about 4 hours for Zhang Wei to go to Qilian, and it will pass through the most beautiful 227 national highway and the flat Dukou - one of the alternative places to see rape blossoms. Pingdukou is also one of the important passages of the ancient Silk Road South Road in China, which is the passage of merchants from Qinghai to Gansu. Only in early July, rape blossoms have not yet appeared, only to see a large field of green oil. The brain has made up for the magnificent scenery, and I feel a little regretful in my heart. It is worthwhile to come to the season.
Qilian Mountain, the four seasons are not very clear, spring is not like spring, summer is not like summer. The so-called "Qianlian June Snow" is a portrayal of the Qilian climate and natural landscape. At the last stop, there are three best places for viewing rapeseed: First, on the Nanshan Mountain opposite the county cement factory, located in the southeast of Haomen Town (the location of Menyuan County), about 4 kilometers; the second is the circle of Qingshizui Town. Shanguanhuatai, located about 20 kilometers west of Haomen Town, can be seen from a close distance to the flower sea; the third is the Daban Mountain Observation Deck, which is free near the mouth of the Daban Mountain Tunnel. It is the highest place overlooking the Huayuan Sea.