Southern Silk Road·Qinghai Road
Mentioning the Overland Silk Road
The sight of the yellow sand in the desert can't help but appear in front of my eyes.
The Silk Road started from Chang'an (now Xi'an)
Via Gansu Province and Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
to Central Asia and West Asia
And connect the Mediterranean countries with land routes
People and Luo Qun (Photo source: @bing)
But do you know
In the south of the Qilian Mountains, which are covered with snow all year round
There is a Qinghai Road parallel to the Hexi Corridor
It was also one of the most prosperous Silk Roads in the Tang Dynasty
Known as the “Silk Road Qinghai Road”
Countless envoys and business travelers have passed by Qinghai Lake.
Travel through the vast Qaidam Basin
Crossing the Altun Mountains
Finally entered the Western Regions
Route map of the Silk Road Qinghai Road during the Han and Tang dynasties (Source: @海西州民馆)
When the Northern and Middle Silk Roads were interrupted by war
As an important part of South Road
"Qinghai Road" has made its unprecedented important contribution
in the long river of history
It ties up the economy and unites culture.
"The sky contains the Qinghai Road, and the moon is thousands of miles from the city."
Poems by Li He, a famous poet of the Tang Dynasty
A vivid reproduction of the ancient Silk Road Qinghai Road
let us be together
Along the ancient paths traveled by our ancestors
Go explore the Silk Road Qinghai Road
Beautiful scenery along the way
Xining-Heima River Section
Xining
In ancient times, it was called Qingtang City, Xiping County, and Shanzhou.
It is the capital of Qinghai Province
Located in northwest China, eastern Qinghai Province, and the upper reaches of Huangshui River Valley Basin
It is the eastern gateway of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau
The only place to pass by the South Road of the ancient "Silk Road" and the "Ancient Tang-Tibet Road"
Since ancient times, it has been an important transportation artery and military center in the northwest.
Known as the "Key to the West Sea" and the Throat of the Hidden Sea
It is one of the world's high-altitude cities
Dangar ancient city
Drive west from Xining City
Came to 40 kilometers away
Huangyuan Dangar Ancient City
It is located in Huangyuan County
Located on the north bank of the Yellow River
The source of Huangshui River, connected to Xining in the east
Looking west to Xinjiang, Nantong to Tibet
With a long history of nearly 2000 years
Dangar Ancient City (Source: @bing)
Dangar
That is, the Mongolian transliteration of the Tibetan "Donkel" (སྟོང་འཁོར་)
Meaning "white conch"
Known as "the throat of the sea" and "the capital of tea and horse commerce"
The Loess Plateau and the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau combine here
Farming culture and grassland culture intersect here
The Tang-Tibet Ancient Road and the South Silk Road cross here
Many ethnic groups gather here
Old photos of the ancient city (Source: @bing)
The buildings in the city have rigorous layout and unique structure.
The streets and alleys are well organized and prioritized.
Gonghaimen (Photo source: @bing)
Gonghaimen
"Gong" means bowing
"Sea" refers to Qinghai Lake (West Sea), which means handing over the West Sea
It is the west gate of the ancient city of Dangar
It is said
The Qing government celebrated the 15th day of the seventh lunar month every year.
The imperial envoys will be dispatched to the shores of Qinghai Lake
Summon the princes and heads of various Mongolian and Tibetan tribes to offer sacrifices to the Haihui Alliance
Passing through the ancient city of Dangar
They will all be outside the West City Gate
Hold a simple sea ceremony
Therefore, the west city gate is called "Gonghai Gate"
Scene of the ancient city (picture source: @bing)
As the landmark building of Dangar City in Huangyuan, Huozu Pavilion
It stands in the downtown area southeast of the ancient city.
It is a pavilion built in memory of the God of Fire, Emperor Yan.
The locals call Huozu Pavilion "the first floor on the upper reaches of Huangshui River"
The carved balustrades and painted buildings have overhanging eaves.
Elegant, simple, majestic
Ming and Qing old streets
As an important part of the old town of Huangyuan
Connected to the Chenghuang Temple, Guandi Archway,
Ancient buildings such as the Confucian Temple and Dangar Hall
They are all worth a visit as well.
The smell of fireworks in the ancient city (Source: @bing)
now
Qinghai-Tibet Highway, Qinghai-Tibet Railway, 109 National Highway and 315 National Highway
and Xidao (Xining to Daotanghe) first-class highway runs through the entire territory of Huangyuan
Located at the intersection of Xining Grand Tourism Circle and Qinghai Lake Tourism Circle
Dangar ancient city
It has also become a platform leading to the third level in the world - the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.
and Qinghai-Tibet travel online
"The first station"
Riyueshan
Riyueshan
Located 40 kilometers southwest of Huangyuan County
It belongs to the Qilian Mountains and is 90 kilometers long.
It is a natural dam in the east of Qinghai Lake
The average altitude is about 4000 meters
The highest altitude is 4877 meters
at the same time
Riyue Mountain also has very important geographical significance.
It is located on the dividing line between monsoon and non-monsoon areas in my country.
Located in the overlapping area of the Loess Plateau and the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau
It is the natural dividing line between the internal and external river basins of Qinghai Province.
Divide agricultural civilization and nomadic civilization
When the sky is clear, the field of vision is extremely wide (Source: @bing)
Riyue Mountain before the Tang Dynasty
It’s called “Red Ridge”
From a distance it looks like spitting fire, from up close it looks like blood
It got its name because when you look at the mountains from a distance, "the soil and rocks are all red, and the red ground is hairless."
Riyue Pavilion on Riyue Mountain (Source: @bing)
Riyueshan
It has been in history since ancient times
Important passages of the "Middle Qiang Road", "South Silk Road" and "Tang-Tibo Ancient Road"
The close connection between Riyue Mountain and Princess Wencheng (Source: @bing)
This is where Princess Wencheng married and moved to Tibet.
It is said that she carried the "Sun and Moon Mirror" given by the Queen.
Climbing the peak and looking east, I can’t see my hometown of Chang’an
Can't help but take out the mirror
The charming scenery of Chang'an suddenly appeared in the mirror
Mixed joy and sorrow
Falling under the empty mirror and landing on two hills
Half reflects the afterglow of the setting sun
Half illuminated by the rising moonlight
The sun and the moon complement each other
Riyue Mountain got its name from this
Princess Wencheng Temple in Yushu City (Source: @bing)
Princess Wencheng Temple with a history of more than 1,300 years
Alias "Gaza Princess Temple"
Beina Valley is located 25 kilometers southeast of Jiegu Town, Yushu City.
Standing under the blue sky of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau
Close to the 100-foot cliff, the scenery is quiet
The pines and cypresses on the mountain are picturesque, and the river below the mountain is poetic.
An overview of the temple (Source: @bing)
it's here
Not only can you appreciate the cultural landscape and enjoy the charm of history,
You can also see the vast expanse of grassland and the natural beauty of the magnificent mountain peaks.
You can also feel the Tibetan folk customs and sentiments firsthand
Colorful prayer flags (Photo source: @bing)
The 18.8-meter-high and 0.7-meter-diameter Fengma bronze pillar
Lucky clouds on the surface
Hanging colorful wind horses in an umbrella shape from the top to the ground
There is a circular pool inside
The clean water is drawn from the holy spring of Riyue Mountain
The wind and horse reflect on the water, extremely holy
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Blowing in the wind (Source: @bing)
The wind blows constantly here all year round and the wind direction changes.
The colorful brocade was blown by the wind and rustled
It means that the wind and horses gather auspiciousness and pray for blessings reaching the sky.
with friends and family
Come breathe fresh air and be immersed in history
Also a good choice
Daotanghe
Daotanghe
Flowing at the foot of the west side of Riyue Mountain
The altitude is about 3,300 meters and the total length is about 40 kilometers.
It is a seasonal river that relies on snowmelt and rainwater
The smallest branch of the Qinghai Lake water system
It flows into Qinghai Lake from east to west
Because it is different from most rivers that run from west to east
Hence the name "Daotang River"
All rivers flow east, but I flow west (Photo source: @baidu)
Starting from Riyue Mountain in the east and ending at Qinghai Lake in the west
A vein of clear water flows quietly
There are different opinions among the people about the origin of Daotang River.
Every legend adds a bit of mystery to it
The meandering Daotang River (Source: @bing)
Most people are curious
Or why does it flow westward?
In fact, the Daotang River is also a river flowing eastward.
It flows into the Yellow River together with Buha River and Luohantang River
Later, due to changes in the earth's crust,
Riyueshan uplift
Qinghai Lake becomes a completely blocked lake
The river that originally leaked out had to turn around and flow westward.
Qinghai Lake
Qinghai Lake
The Tibetan name is "Cuowenbu" (མཚོ་སྔོན་པོ།)
Meaning "blue sea"
Located in the northeastern part of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau
Northwest of Xining City
Qinghai Lake, the largest inland lake in China (Source: Bing)
The lake is surrounded by four towering mountains
To the north is Datong Mountain and to the east is Riyue Mountain
To the south is Qinghai Nanshan and to the west is Rubber Mountain
Rapeseed flowers are in bloom (Photo source: @bing)
Every July and August
It’s a good time to watch rapeseed flowers
The large golden rapeseed flowers look particularly dazzling in the blue.
Yellow, azure, sky blue from near to far
Structured
Any photo taken at Qinghai Lake will turn out to be a good-looking picture
Bird Island on the west side (Source: @bing)
Bird Island is located in the northwest corner of Qinghai Lake
Divided into two islands, one east and one west
Far away from Bird Island
Visitors can hear birds singing with different sounds.
Extremely lively
Sunset on the lake (Photo source: @bing)
Sitting quietly by the lake
If only I could have a pot of tea, a plate of snacks, and a recliner at this moment
Humming music to yourself
It's so perfect
Erlang sword
Erlangjian Scenic Area
Located on the south side of Qinghai Lake, it is also the main scenic spot of Qinghai Lake.
Erlangjian Scenic Area (Source: @bing)
Lake in Erlangjian Scenic Area
It is a narrow pointed peninsula more than ten kilometers long.
shaped like a sword
This is also the origin of the name of Erlangjian Scenic Area
Everywhere you look is beautiful scenery (Photo source: @bing)
To the south of the national highway in the scenic spot is the newly built folk custom town
A multifunctional town integrating food and accommodation
To the south of the town is Qinghai Hunan Mountain Photography
One of the best spots to photograph the sunrise
Heimahe Town
Heimahe Town
Affiliated to Gonghe County, Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province
Located in the northwest of Gonghe County, on the south bank of Qinghai Lake
It borders Tanggemu Town in the southeast and east, Qieji Township in the south, and Shinaihai Town in the north.
Early morning at Heima River (Photo source: @bing)
black horse river
Located on the edge of Qinghai Lake about 220 kilometers west of Xining
It is the starting point of the road around Qinghai Lake.
The section of Heima River towards Bird Island is also called Huanhu West Road.
Many "bosozoku" travel friends or bicycle fans
They all choose to start their dream trip around the lake from Heima River
The tents by the lake are lined up one after another (Source: @bing)
Whether traveling with a group or driving by yourself
This is generally the preferred accommodation place for tourists visiting Qinghai Lake.
Catering and accommodation are the most mature along Qinghai Lake
The moment you see the sunrise, you will definitely feel overflowing with happiness (Photo source: @bing)
here
It is also one of the best places to watch the sunrise over Qinghai Lake
Stay here tonight
waiting for tomorrow
with loved ones or friends and relatives
Watch the sunrise over the lake together
Just thinking about this picture
All are undoubtedly happy
Traveling and photographing Qinghai
Southern Silk Road·Qinghai Road (1):
Xining-Huangyuan Dangar Ancient City-Riyue Mountain-Daotang River-South Bank of Qinghai Lake-Erlangjian-Heimahe Town, the whole journey is 231.5 kilometers, staying in Heimahe Town