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Menyuan Food Guide: From Kanggou Lamb to Milk Skin, the Highland Flavors Are Absolutely Amazing

Complete Travel Guide Here! The scenery and cuisine here are simply stunning~🌟 🚩Menyuan Sketch A breathtaking fairyland in northeastern Qinghai📍 - July-August is the peak season for blooming rapeseed fields - Triple beauty of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and flower seas - Unique Hui ethnic customs 🌼TOP 4 Must-Visit Attractions 1️⃣ Ganshika Snow Mountain Scenic Area A sacred snow-capped peak at 5,254.5 meters❄️ Hiking trails with stunning views Rainbow Waterfall and Lianxin Lake are perfect for photos📸 Ticket: ¥80/person 2️⃣ Hundred-Mile Rapeseed Flower Sea - Hongshan 1314 Viewing Platform A romantic spot for couples💕 Unbeatable panoramic views of snow mountains + flower sea Best photo time is at dusk🌅 Ticket: ¥60/person 3️⃣ Yuanshan Flower Viewing Platform Climb up the trail⛰️ 360° immersion in flower fields Wear white/red outfits for better photos 4️⃣ Zhaobi Mountain Sunset Take the cable car to the summit🚠 Rapeseed fields under golden sunset Absolutely breathtaking (bring a jacket) 🍖TOP 3 Must-Try Foods 1️⃣ Kanggou Lamb Local specialty slow-cooked in iron pot🐑 Tender and flavorful lamb The potatoes are amazing! Price: ¥60-80/person 2️⃣ Highland Barley Long Noodles Handmade chewy noodles🍜 Rich and savory broth Highly recommended intangible cultural heritage dish Price: ¥25-40/person 3️⃣ Menyuan Milk Skin Freshly made daily✨ Rich milky flavor with Q-texture Perfect breakfast with milk tea ⚠️Tips to Avoid Pitfalls ✅ Free flower viewing spots along roads Don't buy overpriced tickets❗ ✅ Negotiate photo prices in advance Beware of tricycle scams ✅ Expensive food in scenic areas Bring your own snacks and water ✅ Changeable weather - bring umbrella Sun protection and warmth are both important 🏨Accommodation Recommendations Luxury Choice: Menyuan Haoyun Hotel Prime location with full amenities Average: ¥400-600/night Best Value: Green·Shangpin Hotel Clean rooms with convenient parking Average: ¥200-300/night 💡Practical Tips ☑️ Self-driving is more convenient 1.5 hours from Xining ☑️ Prepare Rhodiola for altitude sickness ☑️ Wear anti-slip walking shoes ☑️ Bring sufficient sun protection
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