Scenic spot introduction:
Qinghai Hoh Xil National Nature Reserve is a nature reserve with a well-preserved original ecological environment in the world at the beginning of the 21st century. It is also one of the nature reserves with the largest area, the highest altitude, and the richest wildlife resources built in China. As one of the largest uninhabited areas in China, Hoh Xil has a unique natural landscape due to its dangerous natural environment. In particular, Tibetan antelopes and related environmental protection issues have attracted attention from all aspects of society, and have always been regarded as explorers and A researcher's paradise. Nowadays, the experimental area divided by the reserve has been opened for tourism. Tourists can choose to drive through Hoh Xil and experience this legendary land.Attractions distribution:
The Hoh Xil Nature Reserve is located in the west of Yushu, with a total area of 4.5 million hectares. Its main protection objects are Tibetan antelopes, wild yaks, Tibetan wild donkeys, Tibetan gazelles and other rare wild animals, plants and their habitats. Along the way, tourists can see protected animals such as Tibetan antelopes, wolves, wild yaks, and Tibetan wild donkeys, as well as alpine grasslands, meadows and other vegetation. At the Freezing Spring Conservation Station and Jesan Sonandaje Conservation Station, visitors can take a break or visit the conservation area exhibition hall.Scenic spot qualifications:
National Nature ReserveScenic spot features:
Hiking, photography, scientific research, self-driving, nature reserves, rivers, lakes, wild animals and plantsTravel Notes of Travellers:
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travelling guideline:
August and September every year are the best times to observe Tibetan antelopes. At this time, large numbers of Tibetan antelopes gather in Zhuonai Lake deep in Hoh Xil to give birth. There will also be many rescued antelopes at the conservation station, and visitors will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with them.
Tour route:
Classic self-driving travel route:
Day 1: Xining → Huangyuan Canyon → Riyue Mountain → Daotang River → Gonghe County → Maduo County
Day 2: Maduo → Zha Linghu → Eling Lake → Niutou Monument
The third day: Maduo → Bayan Hara Mountain → Qumalai
The fourth day: Qumalai → Quma River → Wu Daoliang Protection Station
Day 5: Wudaoliang Protection Station → Kusai Lake Suo in the hinterland of Hoh Xil → Nandajie Protection Station
Day 6: Golmud → Dulan Ancient Tombs → Chaka Salt Lake
Day 7: Chaka Salt Lake→Qinghai Lake→Gold and Silver Beach→Xining
Best time to visit:
autumn
Scenic spot location:
China>Qinghai Province>Yushu Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
How to get there:
Self-driving route:
Scenic area map:
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Hoh Xil ticket price:
Free
Suonandajie Conservation Station Exhibition Hall: You can donate at will to support and help Tibetan antelope protection.
Scenic area opening hours:
All day