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Ta'er Monastery, Chaka Salt Lake, and Qinghai Lake | 2-Day Winter Tour

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! 😉
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