Tours in Qinghai have become very popular in recent years. It is hard to find air tickets and train tickets in many cities. The first stop of our summer trip this year is Golmud City.
This is a new internet celebrity city, with magnificent and peculiar tourist check-in spots such as Kunlun Grand Canyon and Kunlun Mountain Pass.
how can I get there
Golmud has a railway station and an airport, but motor vehicles and high-speed rail are not available for the time being. You can take the train to Golmud directly, or fly to Xining or Lanzhou first, and then transfer to the train. There are not many flights to Golmud, and it is generally necessary to transfer to the second place to arrive.
The two transportation hubs are very close to the city center, and it is very convenient to take a taxi.
schedule
Golmud is a county-level city and the second largest city in Qinghai Province. It takes at least 4 days to play carefully, plus two days of heavy traffic time back and forth, a total of 6 days. It is recommended to live in the urban area, where the atmosphere of life is strong and travel is more convenient.
You can choose to travel here by self-driving, you can also choose to charter a car, or report to a local tour group. If you choose to travel by self-driving, you must use an off-road vehicle to go to the Kunlun Grand Canyon and Chaerhan Salt Lake on the day.
climate
The highest temperature in Golmud in summer is below 30 degrees Celsius, and most of the time will not exceed 28 degrees. It is relatively cool all day long, and the temperature is similar to autumn in the eastern coastal cities. However, when the sun is shining, the ultraviolet rays are also strong, so you must do it well when you go out sun protection.
attire and others
Generally speaking, it is enough to wear a pair of trousers, a short-sleeved shirt and a long-sleeved shirt. However, in some places, the wind is relatively strong and the shade is relatively cool. It is recommended to prepare an extra spring and autumn jacket or a jacket. no.
If possible, it is recommended to prepare a plateau scarf, which can cover most of the neck and face to avoid sunburn. Do not wear shorts and shorts when traveling. Even if you are not afraid of the cold, you may get peeled in the sun, and it is relatively easy to get high under the care of strong winds.
Be sure to prepare enough drinking water along the way, and there are relatively few shops along the way.
It is recommended not to take a bath when you arrive in Golmud on the first day. You can take a bath according to the actual situation from the second day, but do not wash for too long to prevent high reaction. If you have slight high reaction symptoms, please do not take a bath. Take care to protect your head and body when going out. On the neck, if the wind blows too much in these two places, it may also cause high reaction symptoms.
Generally speaking, when traveling on plateaus, as long as you are more careful, most people can have a good time. If you have experienced very serious altitude sickness before, it is recommended not to travel to plateau areas.
Day 1: Visit Populus euphratica Desert Park in the morning and General Building Park in the afternoon
Considering that I just arrived on the plateau, the itinerary on the first day was relatively leisurely. The first thing to check in was the Populus euphratica Desert Park Scenic Spot.
This scenic spot is about an hour's drive from the downtown area of Golmud. When you see the sign of "Euphratica Forest Scenic Spot", you will officially enter the sightseeing area. If you want to see the spectacular Populus euphratica forest, you have to drive a little further inside.
The most beautiful season of Populus euphratica is in late autumn, but the vibrant appearance in summer is also very eye-catching.
Populus euphratica trees in Golmud Populus euphratica Forest Scenic Area are in different shapes, some are like camels, some are like beautiful girls, some are like galloping horses, some are dead but still maintain a high-spirited posture.
The altitude here is 2,800 meters, and the Populus euphratica forest stretches over 1,700 acres. The desolation is full of life and upward force. It is very suitable for taking pictures. It is recommended to prepare brightly colored clothes in advance.
Jiangjun Building Park is located at the intersection of Jiaotong Lane and Kaikai Street in Golmud City. To understand the urban development of Golmud and the history of the Qinghai-Tibet Highway, you must visit here.
There is a two-story general building in the park, which is the place where General Mu Shengzhong worked and lived. He led the road construction army here to build the Qinghai-Tibet Highway. The hardships of the process are touching.
The General Building is also the first building in Golmud City. When General Mu Shengzhong led the construction of the Qinghai-Tibet Highway, Golmud City was built at the same time. It has been more than 50 years.
More than 50 years later, Golmud has become more and more beautiful, and the story of the road-building army has been passed down from generation to generation.
Useful information: Both Populus euphratica Forest Scenic Area and Jiangjun Building Scenic Area are open for free.
Day 2: Taijinel Wild Luxury Town
The car left the urban area of Golmud and drove along the 315 National Highway for several hours to arrive at the wild luxury town of Taiji Naier.
In recent years, G315 has been very popular on the Internet, because this road crosses the desert and the Gobi Desert, and many places have the vision of looking up to the sky, and the visual effect is very spectacular.
The special check-in point of the G315 highway is the wild luxury town of Taijinel. The land here is a desolate yellow tone, but most of the time it is set off by the blue sky and white clouds. It is a bit like the surface of Mars and a scene in a magical movie.
Taijinel Wild Luxury Town is located at 894 kilometers of G315 National Highway, only 5 kilometers away from Water Yardang, and only 3 kilometers away from Dongtai Jinel Lake.
The white houses and the 360-degree panoramic dome star room here are very beautiful. They are suitable for stargazing at night, and suitable for taking pictures in a daze during the day. Wearing brightly colored clothes is very good for taking pictures in the wild.
Day 3: Kunlun! Kunlun!
In ancient Chinese myths and legends, Kunlun Mountain is known as the sacred mountain, the land of the Chinese dragon veins, and the ancestor of ten thousand mountains. It is the place where the Queen Mother of the West lived and the place where Jiang Ziya ascended to the Tao. In many fairy dramas, Kunlun Mountain and Kunlun Ruins are also haunted by fairy spirit and very mysterious.
The third day of our journey was to take a look at the scenery of Kunlun Mountain.
The first thing to check in is the Kunlun Holy Spring, then the Wuji Dragon and Phoenix Palace, the Kunlun Mountain Pass and the Sanjiangyuan. The landscape along this road is distributed around the 109 National Highway.
Kunlun Holy Spring is located in Nachitai Town, southwest of Golmud City, about 94 kilometers away from the urban area. The altitude here is 3,700 meters. The spring water is not frozen all year round. The temperature is 7°C in winter and summer. "Iceberg Nectar".
Leave the Kunlun Holy Spring and continue along the G109 highway, and soon you will arrive at the Wuji Dragon and Phoenix Palace, which is about 110 kilometers away from the downtown area of Golmud. It is said that this is the place where Jiang Ziya ascended to Taoism. The Taoist temple with the highest altitude in my country, the surrounding cliffs are desolate, and there is no grass, which adds to the sense of mystery.
Majestic and elegant, the Wuji Dragon and Phoenix Palace has the style of Han-style palace architecture, but it is vaguely integrated into the characteristics of Northwest ethnic architecture.
Leaving Wuji Dragon and Phoenix Palace, the next check-in point is Yuzhu Peak, and the viewing platform is next to National Highway 109.
Mount Yuzhu is 6,178 meters above sea level, covered with snow all the year round, and it sets off with the swiftly moving clouds, making it very spectacular.
Continuing forward is the Kunlun Pass.
The Kunlun Mountain Pass is about 158 kilometers away from the city of Golmud. It is the only way for Qinghai and Gansu provinces to go to Lhasa. It is also an important pass and halfway viewing station in the Kunlun Mountains.
The altitude here is 4767 meters, and the surrounding area is desolate, but under the majesty, there is a heroic beauty.
There are many landmarks at the Kunlun Mountain Pass, and many passing friends will leave commemorative photos of "visit here".
This is also a part of the Hoh Xil Nature Reserve. Continuing along the road is a vast and uninhabited area. Tourists usually return after visiting the Sanjiangyuan National Park.
Sanjiangyuan National Park includes the source of the Yellow River, the source of the Yangtze River and the source of the Lancang River. It is desolate and vast, but the scenery is very spectacular. The distant peaks of Kunlun Mountain seem to be smiling at tourists in top hats.
Tips: The altitude of the trip on the third day is relatively high. It is recommended not to run or jump. We have adapted to the plateau environment by jumping. You can bring some oxygen and medicine with you in the car. If you feel unwell, it is recommended to rest in the car as much as possible and return to the city as soon as possible. There are many places suitable for taking pictures along the way, and the dress is still bright and casual.
There is no need to buy tickets for the whole day trip, which is very cost-effective. Since it is difficult to find a place to eat halfway, you can prepare some dry food in advance.
fourth day
Check out Kunlun Grand Canyon and Chaerhan Salt Lake.
The Kunlun Grand Canyon is part of the Kunlun Mountains Geological Park. It is about 15 kilometers away from the main road of the Qinghai-Tibet Highway. We focused on visiting the core area.
The Kunlun Grand Canyon is a beautiful scar left by geological evolution. The canyon here is deep and deep, the stream is gurgling, and there are a line of skylines everywhere, like a mysterious prehistoric magical world. As long as you know some basic photography skills, you can easily shoot large-scale effects with any equipment.
The Kunlun Grand Canyon has not undergone in-depth development and has retained a relatively primitive and natural style. It was a niche attraction a few years ago, but now it is a phenomenon-level "net celebrity". The scene of the off-road vehicle wading forward and the cliff face And the gradually changing pictures have fascinated countless tourists. After seeing the photos and videos on the Internet, we secretly vowed to check in once.
Leave the Kunlun Grand Canyon and continue to follow the convoy to the Chaerhan Salt Lake. The lake here is 2680 meters above sea level. When the weather is fine, the lake is emerald green. The visual effect is very dreamy and eye-catching. It is very suitable for taking portrait photos. Women wear red and yellow , The blue clothes are very good for taking pictures. Men can wear casual clothes with a pair of sunglasses. It feels cool and has a sense of travel.
Chaerhan Salt Lake is the largest salt lake in China. The salt reserves can be used by people all over the world for two thousand years. It is also a must-see scenic spot on the Northwest Ring Road.
Tips: The Chaerhan Salt Lake is currently being upgraded. It is recommended to know in advance whether it is open normally before driving there. The ticket for the scenic spot + scenic spot delivery fee is 100 yuan. The specific fare may fluctuate at different times. It is recommended to book online or consult the scenic spot in advance.
accommodation and food
The better hotel in Golmud is Golmud Hotel. There are also many business hotels and tourist hotels with moderate prices. There are many Sichuan-style restaurants and ground pot chicken restaurants in the local area. Most people can adapt to their tastes.
