2025 Jigzhi Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

My journey to Nianbaoyuze National Geopark, tucked away in Qinghai Province, was like stepping into a dream. Known for its stunning alpine lakes, jagged snow-capped peaks, and vibrant meadows dotted with wildflowers, this remote Tibetan paradise offers a peaceful escape into nature. The centerpiece of the park is the majestic Nianbaoyuze Mountain, revered by the local Tibetan community as a sacred site. Surrounding the mountain are breathtaking turquoise lakes like Fairy Lake, which shimmer against the rugged backdrop. As I wandered through the valleys, the serenity and natural beauty of the area left me in awe. Tibetan Culture and Stunning Views The spiritual atmosphere is palpable here, with prayer flags fluttering in the wind and small Tibetan villages nearby. Hiking through the trails, I came across nomadic herders with their yaks grazing in the fields, adding to the park’s authentic Tibetan charm. Tips for Future Travelers: • Altitude: Nianbaoyuze is located at a high elevation, so take time to acclimate and be cautious of altitude sickness. • Best Time to Visit: The ideal time to visit is from June to September, when the wildflowers are in full bloom, and the weather is mild. • Prepare for the Elements: Bring warm clothing, as temperatures can drop quickly in the mountains, even during summer. • Photography: The landscapes are incredibly photogenic—don’t forget your camera for some stunning shots of the alpine lakes and mountain vistas. 📍 Location: Nianbaoyuze National Geopark, Qinghai, China #NianbaoyuzeGeopark #TibetanHighlands #AlpineLakes #QinghaiTravel #SacredMountains #TrekkingAdventures #ExploreChina #HiddenParadise #NatureLovers #TibetanCulture #OffTheBeatenPath #TripCoinsRewards

【Secret Journey to the Sichuan-Qinghai Border】Essentials of Jiuzhi & Aba County (Including Transportation/Itinerary/Food & Accommodation) 🚗 How to Get There? • Self-driving is the top choice: The main way to get around is by car. You can start from Chengdu, passing through Dujiangyan - Wenchuan - Aba County, about 7 hours in total; or from Xining, passing through Guoluo to Jiuzhi, about 5 hours. The roads are mostly paved, but be cautious of many mountain curves. • Public Transport: There are 1-2 daily buses from Chengdu Chadianzi Bus Station to Aba County, taking about 8 hours. Jiuzhi County can be reached by bus from Guoluo Prefecture. 💰 Ticket Reference • Lianbaoyeze Scenic Area: Peak season 120 RMB/person (April-October), off-season 60 RMB/person (November-March), self-driving cars can enter the core area. • Gemo Monastery: Free admission. • Dehelong Monastery: Open for free, an important practice site of the Nyingma school. 🗓️ Itinerary (3-Day Highlights) Day 1: Arrive in Aba, Explore Gemo Monastery • Depart from Chengdu/Xining in the morning, arrive in Aba County in the afternoon, visit Gemo Monastery (home to the Guinness World Record Maitreya Buddha Hall and precious artifact museum). • Overnight in Aba County, recommended to try Tibetan cuisine (butter tea, tsampa, hand-pulled lamb). Day 2: Magical Journey to Lianbaoyeze • Drive 1 hour to Lianbaoyeze, visit Zhaga’ercuo Lake, hike to the glacier viewing platform (about 4200m altitude, take it slow). • Head to Jiuzhi County before evening, stay overnight in Jiuzhi town or nearby Tibetan family guesthouses. Day 3: Dehelong Monastery and Return • Visit Dehelong Monastery in the morning, experience the peaceful atmosphere of the Nyingma practice site. • Depart in the afternoon for return. 🏨 Accommodation & Food Tips • Accommodation: Aba County has more options (hotel standard rooms about 200-400 RMB); Jiuzhi County mainly offers guesthouses and family inns (about 150-300 RMB), book early in peak season. 🍲 Foodie Guide: ✔️ Yak Meat Hotpot ("Plateau Pastoral" restaurant, about 80 RMB per person) 🥘 Rich broth! The dipping sauce is amazing ✔️ Butter Tea (10 RMB/pot) ☕️ Freshly made, tastes top-notch ✔️ Highland Barley Cake (5 RMB each) 🍯 Perfect with honey, forever the best! 🚨 Hard-earned Tips: 1️⃣ Altitude sickness alert! Over 4000m, portable oxygen bottle is a must 2️⃣ Temperature difference 15℃+, layering skills are key 3️⃣ Sunscreen trio: SPF50+ 🕶️👒 4️⃣ Mountain roads discourage motion sickness sufferers, don’t stop your meds 5️⃣ Taking cute photos with lambs 🐑 is adorable, but don’t disturb their meal 🌤️ Best Season: June to August is Jiuzhi’s peak beauty! The grasslands glow green 💚 Snow scenes appear in September ❄️ Ladies, quickly save this! Take advantage of fewer crowds and stunning views to go for it～💫 Comment below to win 2 travel guidebooks of the same kind!

While most tourists can only catch a quick glimpse inside the Nianbaoyuze Scenic Area, I have already discovered more secrets of this land with the help of a local guide. If you are not satisfied with conventional tourism, this in-depth travel guide is definitely for you! ​​【Theme Route: Explorer Exclusive】​​ 🌄 Secret Realm Exploration Route: Day 1: Jiuzhi County → Nianbaoyuze West Line Hiking Start Point → Hike to 4550m Pass → Camping Day 2: Cross the Pass → Explore Baiyu Valley → Return to County Town 📷 Photography Special Route: Day 1: Morning shoot at Fairy Lake → Lake circuit hike → Evening shoot of sunset on the golden mountain Day 2: Full-day creation at Yaonü Lake → Starry sky photography ​✅ Hidden Activities Confirmed​ ​Mountain Circumambulation Experience​: Follow local Tibetans on a small mountain circumambulation, about 5 hours in total, to feel the power of faith. ​Plateau Stargazing​: Camp in designated areas outside the scenic area, where the Milky Way is clearly visible, as if you can reach out and pick the stars. ​Visit to Nomad Families​: Visit local nomad families, learn to make butter tea, and experience authentic nomadic life. ​🏡 Accommodation Recommendations​ ► Comfortable Choice​: Hotels in Jiuzhi County, recommended "Nianbaoyuze Grand Hotel," with oxygen rooms friendly to visitors with altitude sickness. ► Experience Choice​: Tent hotels outside the scenic area, where you can count stars around the campfire at night. ​⚠️ Pitfall Avoidance Guide​ → The scenic area’s policies are currently changing frequently; be sure to confirm the open status before departure. → Always hire a local guide for hiking, as the weather can change suddenly. → After October, heavy snow may fall unexpectedly; prepare equipment according to winter standards. The autumn colors of Nianbaoyuze are brief but brilliant. If you also yearn for this secret realm, follow this guide to start a true plateau adventure!

Hi, I'm Xiao Man, a traveler who is irresistibly drawn to highland secret spots. Last autumn, while everyone was sharing Nordic scenery on social media, I secretly went to Nyainqêntanglha in Qinghai. Honestly, the autumn colors here were so stunning that I was still savoring the memories a month after returning! National Geographic didn't lie; this truly is the backyard of the gods. ​​【My Epic 4 Days 3 Nights Itinerary】​​ ✅Day 1: Depart from Xining → 6-hour self-drive to Jiuzhi County → Check into a hotel in the county to acclimate to the altitude (3800 meters is no joke) ✅Day 2: Jiuzhi County → Nyainqêntanglha Scenic Area entrance → Hike at Fairy Lake → Camp by the lake (advance registration required) ✅Day 3: Early morning shoot of Fairy Lake reflections → Explore Demoness Lake → Return to the county in the afternoon for a hot spring soak to relieve fatigue ✅Day 4: Visit nearby Tibetan villages → Experience carving Mani stones → Return to Xining ​🌟Highlights that will blow your mind: Every frame looks like a National Geographic cover ▫️Fairy Lake at dawn​: When the first ray of sunlight shines on the 5369-meter main peak, the golden snowy peak reflects in the azure lake water, a beauty that leaves you speechless instantly. ▫️Demoness Lake secret spot​: A 3-hour hike is needed to reach it, but it’s absolutely worth it! The red aquatic plants and yellow meadows by the lake intertwine, with colors as rich as an oil painting. ▫️Tibetan cultural experience​: In the surrounding villages, you can follow herders on a pilgrimage around the mountain, feeling the most primal spiritual power. ​📸Photo tips: How to instantly impress your friends on social media →6 AM to 8 AM, the south side of Fairy Lake is the best spot; a telephoto lens can compress the space to capture the perfect reflection of the snowy mountain and lake. →4 PM to 6 PM, the west side of Demoness Lake has the softest light; wearing a red jacket makes you stand out strikingly against the vast landscape. →Drone is a must! From the air, the peaks and lakes of Nyainqêntanglha look like the fingerprints of the earth, incredibly breathtaking. ​💡Practical TIPS​ ▪️Altitude sickness preparation: This is a very high-altitude area; it’s recommended to take Rhodiola a week in advance and avoid intense exercise immediately upon arrival. ▪️Environmental protection is important: The ecosystem here is fragile; be sure to take all your trash with you and do not pick any plants. ▪️Best time to visit: Late September to early October, when autumn colors are richest and the weather is relatively stable. ▪️Accommodation options: No lodging is allowed inside the scenic area; you can stay in Jiuzhi County or in tent hotels outside the park. If you yearn for the true beauty of the wilderness, autumn at Nyainqêntanglha will definitely give you a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Keep this guide safe, and I hope you also get to encounter this backyard of the gods!

️Zhagana is located in Yiwa Town, Diebu County, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Here hides the most stunning Tibetan scenery! Snow-capped mountains, meadows, Tibetan villages... You can experience Swiss-like breathtaking views without leaving the country～ ✈️【Must-Have Items for Park Entry】 🧥 Thick coat + windbreaker (large temperature difference at high altitude!) 🥾 Hiking gear: waterproof hiking boots + trekking poles + gloves 🧴 Sun protection kit: sunglasses + sunscreen + hat + umbrella 💊 Medicine kit: altitude sickness medicine + cold medicine + stomach medicine 🚌【Transportation Guide】 ✈️ Major transport: You can first arrive at Lanzhou / Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport / Xiahe Airport / Hadapu Railway Station 🚗 Recommended car rental: You can book an off-road vehicle (with driver) on the official Zhagana platform for more convenience! 🚌 Scenic area transport: Sightseeing bus route: Dongwa Bridgehead ↔ Yixiantian Ticket price: 40 RMB/person 📸【Must-Visit Attractions】 🌄 Dari Viewing Platform (altitude 3160m) - The best place to watch sunrise and sea of clouds! Every shot looks like a masterpiece 🌅 Fairy Beach - Best spot to watch the sunset, also offers panoramic views of Lasang Monastery 💎 Fairy Lake - Emerald-like water, dreamy like a fairy tale world 🕌 Lasang Monastery - Qing Dynasty ancient temple, experience Tibetan Buddhist culture 🏞️ Runwu Valley - 5km easy hiking route, in winter you can see the spectacular ice waterfall 🗺️【Recommended Routes】 1️⃣ One-day tour: Dari Viewing Platform → 100 km Scenic Route → Tibetan Home Visit → Runwu Valley 2️⃣ Two-day tour: DAY1: Dari Viewing Platform → Banzhoutan Horse Riding → Tibetan Incense Making → Fairy Beach Sunset DAY2: Daxi Viewing Platform → Naheika → Laduo Lake → Stone City Prayer Flags 🍴【Tibetan Cuisine】 Must try Tibetan hot pot! Barley wine + yak meat is a perfect match Special Diebu fern pork is a must-try～ 🏨【Accommodation Recommendations】 ⛺ Zhagana Yun Jing Wild Tent Hotel 📍 Address: Daiba Village, Yiwa Town, Diebu County 🏡 Diebu Xilelinyuan Detached Boutique Stay 🐿️ Marmot Viewing Homestay (smart facilities are amazing!)

Qinghai Jiuzhi County is a land of magnificent natural scenery and rich Tibetan culture. Even with limited budget and time, you can still experience its essence. I have planned a compact two-day itinerary themed "Natural Secrets and Tibetan Culture," with a budget controlled within 3,000 RMB (based on one person; costs can be shared for multiple travelers, making it more affordable). Here is an overview of your itinerary to help you quickly grasp the overall plan: Time Activity Highlights Estimated Cost (RMB) Notes Day 1 Morning Arrival and Rest Adapt to the plateau environment, stroll around Zhiqingsongduo Town 150 (meals) Avoid strenuous exercise after arrival Day 1 Afternoon Visit Baiyu Monastery Nyingma sect famous monastery at 3,780 meters altitude, experience religious atmosphere and magnificent scenery 0 (admission) Respect religious etiquette, keep quiet Day 1 Evening Hotel check-in & Tibetan cuisine experience Taste butter tea, tsampa, Tibetan-style pizza, etc. 300 (meals) Recommended Ningyou Xiangrui Tibetan Restaurant Day 2 Morning Visit Nianbaoyuze from afar & Daughter Bay View the sacred mountain, enjoy the grasslands of Daughter Bay and the Yellow River’s first bend scenery 0 (currently free for distant viewing) Private car or carpool to the site Day 2 Afternoon Explore local villages & return Visit Ningyou Village, experience herder’s home, learn about Tibetan culture 150 (meals) ✨ Itinerary Highlights · Distant view of the Heavenly God's backyard: Although the core scenic area of Nianbaoyuze is currently closed, you can still feel the awe by viewing its majestic peaks and surrounding lakes from afar. · Plateau sacred monastery tour: Visit Datang Baiyu Monastery to experience the tranquility and solemnity of Tibetan Buddhism and enjoy the unique vast plateau scenery. · Authentic Tibetan cultural experience: Stay at a local hotel, taste authentic Tibetan cuisine, and have the chance to interact with local herders to feel the simple folk customs. 💰 Budget Plan (Total: approx. 2,950 RMB) Your 3,000 RMB budget plan is as follows. Traveling solo is a bit tight, but with two people it will be more comfortable (costs can be shared): Cost Type Details Amount (RMB) Notes Transportation Round-trip major transport to Jiuzhi (calculated based on actual departure location) 1,500 Major part of budget, recommend watching for flight or train discounts in advance Local private car/carpool (to Nianbaoyuze viewpoint, Baiyu Monastery, etc.) 300 Carpooling is more cost-effective Accommodation One night in Jiuzhi economy hotel (e.g., Jiuzhi Tiancheng Hotel, Sanyi Business Hotel) 150 Meals Three meals daily plus snacks and drinks (try Tibetan food, bring own dry food) 300 Other Expenses Reserve fund (souvenirs, emergencies, etc.) 200 Contingency Fund For possible overspending or unforeseen expenses 500 Total 2,950 🗓️ Detailed Itinerary 📍 Day 1: Arrive in Jiuzhi, initial plateau experience · Morning: Arrival and acclimatization Arrive at Zhiqingsongduo Town in Jiuzhi County (altitude about 3,800 meters) from Xining or Chengdu (after the Jiuma Expressway fully opens by year-end, travel time from Chengdu to Jiuzhi will shorten to 5.5 hours). Avoid strenuous exercise upon arrival to prevent altitude sickness. You can stroll around the town to slowly adapt. · Afternoon: Visit Baiyu Monastery Head to Datang Baiyu Monastery, a Nyingma sect Tibetan Buddhist monastery at 3,780 meters altitude with unique terrain and magnificent scenery. Please follow monastery rules and keep quiet during the visit. · Evening: Hotel check-in and Tibetan cuisine experience Check into a pre-booked economy hotel such as Jiuzhi Tiancheng Hotel or Sanyi Business Hotel. For dinner, we recommend Ningyou Xiangrui Tibetan Restaurant to taste authentic Tibetan dishes like butter tea, tsampa, yak meat buns, Tibetan-style pizza, etc. 📍 Day 2: Distant view of sacred mountain and grassland lakeside · Morning: View Nianbaoyuze and Daughter Bay scenery Although the core scenic area of Nianbaoyuze National Geopark is currently closed, you can still admire the majestic sacred mountain and its surrounding magnificent scenery from a distance. Then visit Daughter Bay to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Yellow River’s first bend and the grasslands. · Afternoon: Explore local villages and return If time permits, visit nearby Ningyou Village to experience a herder’s home and Tibetan culture. Then start your return journey according to your transportation plan. 📌 Practical Travel Tips 1. Altitude sickness: Jiuzhi County has a high average altitude (county seat about 3,800 meters). It is recommended to avoid strenuous exercise upon arrival, keep warm, and prevent colds. Prepare Rhodiola, oxygen bottles, etc. in advance (local hospitals or pharmacies should also have them). 2. Weather and clothing: The plateau weather is changeable with large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, warm clothing is necessary. Be sure to bring a windbreaker, fleece, light down jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses, and sun hat. 3. Environmental protection and civility: The plateau ecosystem is fragile. Please protect the environment, do not litter, do not pick plants, and do not disturb wildlife. 4. Respect local culture: Jiuzhi is a Tibetan ethnic area. Please respect local religious beliefs and customs. When visiting monasteries, follow the rules such as no loud talking and no touching Buddha statues or ritual objects. 5. Cash preparation: Jiuzhi County may have few bank branches, and withdrawing cash can sometimes be inconvenient (previously reported no ATMs, cash withdrawal requires queuing at counters). It is recommended to prepare enough cash in advance. 6. Tickets and policies: The core scenic area of Nianbaoyuze National Geopark is currently closed. Please confirm the latest updates before traveling. I hope this guide helps you plan an unforgettable trip to Jiuzhi! Wishing you a pleasant journey and abundant harvest!

✨Golog｜A Divine Bucket List! 9-Level Soul Tremors from Snowy Peaks to Sacred Lakes & Ancient Temple Trails✨ "Tears streamed at the foot of Amne Machin, drunk on the starry river of Nianbaoyuze—this journey rebirthed me as a child of the snowlands at 4,700m"🏔️ 🏔️ Amne Machin·The Silver Throne of the Icebound War God ▫️ Hailong Glacier Trek: Touch millennia-old blue ice crevasses! Piercing cold grips time itself—wear neon orange jackets for Interstellar-style photos ▫️ Kora Challenge: Light-pack hike through Chana Kado! Hang prayer flags as avalanches roar like war cries at sunset (⚠️Crampons + glucose needed) ▫️ Hidden Vantage: Stay at snow mountain lodges! Witness galactic arches over icy peaks at dawn, meteors crashing into prayer flag arrays 💧 Nianbaoyuze·The Sealed Blue Tear ▫️ Fairy Lake Remnants: Jade waters viewed from west entrance! Core zone closed but shores explode with purple wildflowers—white dresses mirror lake like farewell tokens ▫️ Demoness Lake Trail: Hike 5km to glacial meltwater! Sip to cleanse worldly desires—monks whisper "Padmasambhava's sword sleeps beneath"🗡️ "When I scattered tsampa at the sangkang altar, Smoke carried petals toward snow peaks— The mountain god said: Go, Your tears are the sacred lake's last tributary." 🌌 Yellow River Source·Star Sea's Billion Diamonds ▫️ Bull Head Monument: Clash Lake cliffs! Watch clear Yellow River split golden meadows—drones capture "earth's vein network" ▫️ Starry Night Wetlands: Lie waiting for Milky Way to drown! 3AM waters mirror constellations, blurring heaven and earth ▫️ Wildlife Encounter: Photograph Tibetan gazelles licking salt! Pink noses shaking off dew—telephoto freezes "plateau sprites" 🛕 Baiyu Monastery·Cloud-Kissed Buddhist Kingdom ▫️ Ten Thousand Debates Courtyard: Wednesdays witness crimson-robed debates! Dharma bells thunder as wisdom collides on stone steps ▫️ Scripture Cylinder Great Wall: Spin the world's longest prayer wheel corridor! Bronze chimes drown heartbeats—turn corners to find novice monks offering butter tea 🌿 Donggi Cona Lake·Pink Salt Heart ▫️ July Spectacle: Charge through aster fields + alkali pink beaches! Tiffany-blue waters edged in rust-red—denim shorts for sweet/spicy shots ▫️ Black-Necked Crane Runway: Dawn mist reveals dancing cranes! Legs skimming water reflections—shutters startle bar-headed geese flocks 🗿 Lajia Monastery·Cliffside Treasure Box ▫️ Red Rock Passage: Scale vertical ladders to Tang Dynasty murals! Monks murmur "Princess Wencheng wept here" ▫️ Golden Torrents: Sunset ignites cliffs! Muddy waves like lava—monk robes frame human-nature epics 🚪 Sarban Ancient Trail·Millennia-Old Marriage Path ▫️ Horseback Canyon: Feed rock sheep with butter! Hundred-meter waterfalls crash through prayer flag tunnels ▫️ Princess Stone Legend: Touch rock palm prints! Tibetan women tie khata scarves for marital blessings 🌄 Jiuzhi Dehe Long Monastery·Forgotten Time Capsule ▫️ Ming Dynasty Mural Vault: Butter lamps reveal unrestored mandalas! Golden dust reflects Tara's compassion (⚠️No flash) ▫️ Yak Wool Workshop: Spin thread into phulu cloth! Granny's silver bracelet engraved with mantras—wrinkles hold 70 winters 📸 Hardcore Photo Guide 1️⃣ Amne Machin Ice Cave: Headlamp selfies in blue womb-like cracks 2️⃣ Donggi Cona Dual-Tone Lake: Drone 300m—pink shores + blue waters + snowy peaks 3️⃣ Baiyu Monastery Mist: 5AM east slope—Buddha rays pierce golden fog 📜 Golog Survival Manual 🔸 Altitude Rules: Move at 0.5x speed! Oximeter + ibuprofen—no hair washing first 3 days 🔸 Gear Musts: Bright jackets: Neon for glaciers, muted for temples Grippy boots—kora trails shred soles 🔸 Cultural Codes: ❌ Point at mountains palm-up! No shorts/hats in temples ✅ Give schoolkids stationery (Chinese notebooks needed) 🔸 Eco Commandments: Pack out trash—plastic kills Huang fish Umbrets = "mobile changing rooms" "When I closed my eyes by Nianbaoyuze, Wind stole my camera's selfie— The mountain god laughed: Your soul Belongs in this blue tear."

Spend three days exploring Xinyu & Jiuzhi🚩 These two hidden gem cities in Jiangxi are perfect for short trips! Offering breathtaking natural scenery while preserving rich cultural heritage~ 🌟Trip Highlights Day 1: 📍Kuanxin Ancient Town (Kongmu River Avenue, Yushui District, Xinyu) Perfectly recreates the charm of Jiangnan water towns, with stone bridges over flowing water against black-tiled white walls - super photogenic! Arrive before 9am for fewer crowds and ideal lighting. 📍Fairy Lake Jinshishan Mining Park (Fairy Lake District, Xinyu) This park transformed from abandoned mines is incredibly unique. The stark contrast between mine crevices and Fairy Lake creates perfect industrial-style backdrops - wear bright colors for striking photos. Day 2: 📍Baoshi Park (Baoshi Road, Yushui District, Xinyu) Built to commemorate famous calligrapher Fu Baoshi. Don't miss the Baoshi Memorial Hall inside! Open 8:30-17:00. 📍Fairy Lake Scenic Area (Jiuzhi County) This is true fairyland! Take a cruise (ticket ¥80) - in July/August you'll see the lake covered with lotus flowers. Day 3: 📍Yangtian Ridge Hiking Trail (Yushui District, Xinyu) About 2-hour hike. The mountaintop observatory offers panoramic views of Xinyu! Bring water and sun protection. 📍Yutiancheng New Century Grand Hotel (North Shengli Road, Yushui District) Perfect for last night stay with multiple shopping districts within walking distance. 💡Practical tips: 1. Xinyu's attractions are concentrated - cycling or walking recommended 2. Jiuzhi has higher altitude - bring sunscreen and light jacket 3. Mining park has uneven terrain - wear comfortable sneakers 🍜Food recommendations: ▫️Xinyu mixed rice noodles (try at old-brand "Pangzi Noodle Shop") ▫️Fairy Lake fish head (available at farmhouse restaurants near scenic area) ▫️Jiuzhi Tibetan fragrant pork (authentic at any Tibetan restaurants along the way)

Nianbaoyuze Travel Guide | Hidden Gems of Western Sichuan You Must Visit 💫 Nianbaoyuze, also known as Guoluo Mountain, is hailed by travelers as "The Last Secret Land of Western Sichuan"! With its perpetual snow-capped mountains 🏔️, scattered crystal-clear lakes 💧, and boundless grasslands 🌿, every shot you take here looks like a masterpiece, making it a true paradise for photography enthusiasts 📸 📍Detailed Address: Within Suohurima Township and Baiyu Township, Jiuzhi County, Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province 💸About Costs: ⚠️Currently closed for ecological protection (previous ticket price was 120 CNY/person) 🐎Local herders offer horseback riding: 50-200 CNY/hour 🚗Transportation Guide: ✈️By Air: - Chengdu Shuangliu Airport/Xining Caojiabao Airport 🚂By Train: - Transfer to bus at Xining Station 🚌By Bus: 1. Xining→Jiuzhi County (Xinning Road Bus Station) - 1-2 daily departures, 7-8h≈160-200 CNY - Can carpool to scenic area from station (50km≈1h) 2. Chengdu→Aba County (Chadianzi Bus Station)→Transfer to Jiuzhi County 🌟Comprehensive Itinerary Recommendations: 【One-Day Highlights】 Fairy Lake→Demon Girl Lake (light hiking) Morning at Fairy Lake, afternoon hiking through natural landscapes ⛰️ 【Three-Day In-Depth Tour】 D1: Fairy Lake→West Beach (camping ⛺️) D2: West Beach→Main Peak Viewing Platform→Lower Wencuo Lake D3: Upper Wencuo Lake→Return 📸Photography Tips: - Must bring wide-angle & telephoto lenses - Best time: Sunrise/sunset hours - Stunning wildflowers from June-August 🌼 - Breathtaking autumn colors September-October 🍂 💡Practical Advice: ✅Take Rhodiola supplements one week in advance to prevent altitude sickness ✅Essential to bring sleeping bags rated for -10℃ or below ✅Respect local Tibetan culture and customs ✅Pack out all trash, be an eco-friendly traveler

How long has it been since you last gazed at a starry night sky? Amid the hustle and bustle of the city, light pollution obscures the stars, but at Jiuzhi's Daughter Bay, you can rediscover that longing for the cosmos. That's why I stayed in a glass-domed stargazing pod perched 3,800 meters atop a mountain. 🌅 This is Daughter Bay, where the Yellow River curves into its most beautiful bend—like a bride lingering wistfully before her wedding. At dawn, the first rays of sunlight drape the winding river in a golden veil, its shimmering waters contrasting with the distant green hills and grasslands. Every snapshot here is a masterpiece. By dusk, the sunset paints the sky in fiery hues, casting a warm glow over the Yellow River, serene yet majestic. 🌌 The starry sky at Daughter Bay illuminates the night with vibrant colors, each star so vivid it feels within reach. Lying inside the stargazing pod, the moment the lights go out, the panoramic glass reveals the entire cosmos—utterly magical. 🌈 If you're lucky, you might even encounter a dazzling rainbow. After a passing shower, we were blessed with not one but two rainbows arching over the grasslands and the Yellow River—a stroke of luck we’re happy to share. 🏡 Beyond the scenery, there’s a charming Tibetan-style café where you can sip afternoon tea, soak in the views of Daughter Bay, and savor a rare moment of tranquility.

In Jiuzhi, Qinghai, there is a secluded paradise called Nianbaoyuze. Like a dazzling pearl embedded in the plateau, it is a place of steep peaks and clear lakes. Legend has it that this was the ancient battlefield of King Gesar, and every inch of land is steeped in history and mythology. 🌟Travel Guide: - Transportation🚗: You can first reach Xining, then take a long-distance bus to Jiuzhi County, and then charter a car to Nianbaoyuze Scenic Area. Although the journey is long, the scenery along the way is breathtaking. - Must-visit Attractions📍: - Fairy Lake: The lake is serene, reflecting the surrounding mountains and sky. The sea of flowers on the lakeside blooms in summer, like a fairyland. - Demon Lake: More mysterious and wild than Fairy Lake, you can enjoy different geological features by hiking there. - Rigamaco: A niche and tranquil lake, perfect for travelers who want to avoid the crowds and enjoy the peace. - Best Travel Time⏰: June to August, when the grasslands are green, flowers are in full bloom, and the climate is relatively pleasant. - Equipment Recommendations🎒: - Warm clothing, as the temperature is low even at night in summer. - Sunscreen, as the UV rays are strong on the plateau. - Comfortable hiking shoes for walking in the scenic area. - Precautions⚠️: The ecosystem in the scenic area is fragile, so please travel responsibly, do not pick flowers or litter; also, be aware of altitude sickness in the plateau area and avoid strenuous exercise. Nianbaoyuze is a beautiful painting given to mankind by nature, a place of poetry and distance deep in the soul. Step into this land and let your soul be purified and comforted by the mountains and rivers.🌈

The hotel is very spacious, two large suitcases can be opened, parking is very convenient, for self-driving, the room is clean and tidy, the bed is very comfortable, the service staff is very polite, the only drawback is that there is no breakfast

Datang Baiyu Temple to Guoluo Jiuzhi Datang Baiyu Temple is located in Jiuzhi County, specifically next to Provincial Highway 101, about 40 km from the sacred site of Baiyu's eight major practice departments - Nianbaoyuze Mountain; Baiyu Temple is located at an altitude of about 3,780 m, on a plateau with magnificent scenery. The terrain is unique, resembling a treasure-spitting rat lying peacefully, a truly auspicious place where blessings gather; It is a Tibetan Buddhist Nyingma temple with a long history and rich cultural heritage.

Nianbaoyuze is hidden in Jiuzhi County, Guoluo Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, adjacent to Aba County, Sichuan. Located in the eastern section of the Bayan Har Mountains, its main peak stands proudly at 5369 meters. The mountain range stretches 40 kilometers long and 25 kilometers wide, surrounded by numerous peaks over 4000 meters. The cliffs here are steep, and the glaciers are majestic, like a poetic masterpiece of the earth. Hundreds of alpine lakes are scattered among them, like pearls left by fairies. The Fairy Lake is gentle, and the Demon Lake is enchanting, both infinitely poetic, making it a perfect sanctuary for the soul. ♥ Scenic Area Situation: To protect and restore the natural ecological environment of the Sanjiangyuan area, the Qinghai Provincial Tourism Bureau permanently closed Nianbaoyuze in April 2018. While appreciating the natural beauty, people should also pay attention to environmental protection, so that beautiful places can continue to exist. Although Nianbaoyuze is permanently closed, you can still take photos of this heavenly garden by starting from Jiuzhi County and traveling along the edge of S101. ♥ Other Options: For similar natural landscapes, you can consider visiting the Lianbaoyeze Scenic Area in Aba County, Sichuan. Lianbaoyeze, like Nianbaoyuze, belongs to a branch of the Bayan Har Mountains. Its Chinese name means 'Dignified Jade Peak,' and it is also known as Stone Mountain by locals. The peaks here are magnificent and magical, and the lakes are clear and blue.

Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, with its capital in Maqin County, is located in the southeastern part of Qinghai Province, China. It borders Gannan Prefecture and Huangnan Prefecture to the east, Aba Autonomous Prefecture and Garze Prefecture to the south, is adjacent to Yushu Prefecture to the west, and is bordered by Haixi Prefecture and Hainan Prefecture to the north; it is situated at the junction of the Amdo and Kham cultures, and is an important part of the Silk Road's Henan Route and the ancient Tang-Tibetan Road. It is the homeland of China's Gesar culture and a typical microcosm of the natural and cultural resources of the Tibetan Plateau. The average elevation of Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture is over 4,200 meters, characterized by a plateau continental climate. Within the territory of Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, there are peaks such as Amne Machin and Nyenbo Yurtse; there are the sacred lakes of Zharinamco and Eling, formerly known as Lake Bo, and their historical stories of Tibetan-Han intermarriage; there are famous ancient temples and cultural landscapes such as Ragya, Baiyu, and Chalang.

From Seda to Jiuzhi, along G345 into Baiyu Township, Jiuzhi County, over the Longge Mountain Pass at an altitude of 4398 meters. From here you can overlook the Guoluo God Mountain of Nianbao Yuzhe, a series of ancient mountain ranges that are the watershed of the Yangtze and Yellow rivers. Dozens of kilometers of snow-capped mountains are spread out like a scroll, a vast landscape, mountains outside the mountains, connected into a piece, the outline of the mountain ridge is either soft and graceful, or jagged, like a fairy naked between heaven and earth, without decoration but already beautiful. The clouds are undulating between the snow-capped mountains, where the clouds are, the sky shows a pure blue background, like the hand of a god, stroking the curve of the mountain ridge, heaven and earth! - The most beautiful scenery is always on the road. Arriving at the entrance of the Nianbao Yuzhe Scenic Area, a deserted and abandoned visitor center, a road-blocking car parked at the gate, a roadblock set up, and a closed notice board. It was already past three in the afternoon, the clouds were covering, the weather was getting darker, and it started to snow. Leaving for Jiuzhi County, the snow was getting bigger and bigger, and after driving slowly for an hour and a half, we safely arrived at the snow-covered Jiuzhi County Zhisong Qingduo Town.

The Ningyou Juenang Temple in Jiuzhi County used to be called the Ningyou Juenang Temple in Zhiqiong Songduo Town, Jiuzhi County, originally built in 1993. The scale is relatively large, and the temple is built along the river, which is very imposing. The buildings are scattered from the middle of the mountain and arranged downwards. It is very convenient to visit, and you can quickly enter and exit by walking or driving. There are fewer tourists usually, and the overall environment is very quiet.

Snowy pure land, mysterious Golog. Golog in Qinghai is a mysterious paradise on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Snow-capped mountains and grasslands, herds of cattle and sheep, the distant blue sky, the beautiful scenery along the way, and the hospitable Tibetan friends can soothe the soul. Nearby attractions: Animaqing Snow Mountain|One of the snowy sacred mountains, the main peak is 6282 meters high Nianbao Yuzhe|The place where the gods live, winding in Golog Upper reaches of the Yellow River|The place where it flows twice, with nine bends and eighteen turns Baizha Temple|A gathering place for Tibetan stone carving art Vast Maqin Grassland Getangyaqi Hotel, located in the midst of snow-capped mountains and grasslands, where you can encounter local humanistic customs and plateau snow scenes as soon as you step out. Quality and comfortable accommodation space, exquisite and rich dining experience, is a rare experience on the snow-capped plateau thousands of kilometers away from the city. First floor space: The No.1 quality Western restaurant in Golog, Qinghai; Rich drinks + stylish coffee shop; Second and third floor space 18 guest rooms (double rooms, standard rooms, parent-child rooms); meet various customer accommodation needs (including breakfast) Hotel address: Maqin County, Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province (opposite the special police team)