Scenic spots in Xining 1, Dongguan Mosque
Dongguan Mosque is the largest mosque in northwest China. Temples have the style of classical architecture in China, which is the product of the combination of Han architectural style and Islamic architectural style in the Central Plains. Many Muslims will come to worship, and at most, they can accommodate more than 3,000 Muslims to worship at the same time. They are solemn and have a strong Muslim style. Muslims entering the temple are free, while tourists need to charge a certain admission fee. After entering the temple, there will be a Muslim tour guide to explain the whole process free of charge, which can help tourists understand Muslim characteristics and national customs. If tourists are not familiar with Islam, it is recommended to follow the rhythm of the tour guide.
Tips:
Address: No.3 1 Dongguan Street, Chengdong District, Xining City, Qinghai Province, bus12, 10, 17, 23, 25, 26, 33, 40, 43, 8 1 83.
Tickets: There is no need for tickets, there is free explanation, and short skirts and off-the-shoulder clothes are not allowed.
Opening hours: 8:00- 18:00 in winter, 8:00-20:00 in summer and 0/4: 00-20: 00 in Friday.
Tips: Remember that this is a mosque and a temple. You must follow the local Muslim customs and don't do anything that goes against them.
2. Ma Bufang Mansion
Ma Bufang Mansion was the private residence of Ma Bufang, a warlord in the Republic of China. Its front yard is divided into jade hall, VIP hall and east-west hall. There are living quarters such as Ma Bufang's bedroom, family room and adjutant's staff in the main yard. There are small gardens, kitchens, oil mills and other ancillary buildings in the backyard. Yutang is the most unforgettable one. Its walls are all made of jade. It is extremely shocking in the history of architecture. As early as 2007, it was rated as a 4a-level scenic spot, where you can feel the exquisite design and luxury of the warlord mansion.
Tips:
Address: No.31Weimin Lane, Chengdong District, Xining City, Qinghai Province (near the provincial hospital), take bus No.3, No.7, 16, No.26, No.27 and 109 and get off at the provincial hospital station, and walk 200 meters south along Weimin Lane.
Tickets: Tickets for 30 yuan/person, and the tour guide will explain 30 yuan/group.
Opening hours: 8: 30-18: 30 (165438+1October-April) and 8: 00-19: 00 (May-65438+/kloc-0)
Tips for playing: the building is relatively old, and every brick and tile has a sense of the times. Play in such a historic building, don't touch and damage the building objects at will.
3. Beichan Temple
Beichan Temple is located on Beishan Mountain, which is more than 2400 meters above sea level in Xining City, so it is also called Beishan Temple. Beichan Temple was originally a Buddhist temple, but with the prevalence of Taoism, it was transformed into a Taoist temple. The whole North Temple was built with its back against the mountain. The terrain is dangerous, the pavilion is suspended and the structure is ingenious. The steep hillside is full of artificially dug caves, so it is also called nine holes and eighteen holes. What you can't miss here is the misty rain in Beishan, one of the eight scenic spots in Xining, and the danger of overlooking the Hanging Temple from a height.
Tips:
Transportation: Take bus 10, 1 1, 19, 2 1, 43, 84, 107 to Beishan Market Station, or take a taxi from Xining to 8 yuan.
Tips for playing: Beichan Temple will have special religious activities at a certain time. If you visit Beichan Temple at these times, remember to experience their religious activities.
Opening hours: 8:00- 18:00.
4. Qinghai Museum
Qinghai Provincial Museum is a rare 4a-level museum in China. The museum mainly displays the development and evolution of Qinghai people since ancient times, the articles used in different periods, important events in history, and all aspects of political, economic and cultural life. Visitors can learn about the development history and cultural heritage of Qinghai and how a nation developed from ancient times to today's prosperity.
Tips:
Address: No.58 Xiguan Street, Chengxi District, Xining City, Qinghai Province. Take bus No.2, No.9, 12, 13, No.22, No.25, No.31,No.58, No.82, No.85, 104 and 65438+. Take bus No.22, No.35, No.41,No.0/02, No.3 and No.5 and get off at Xinning Square South Station.
Opening hours: 9: 00-16: 30 (April 15- 10/5); 9: 30-16: 00 (1010/6-April of the following year 14), and closed every Monday.
Tickets: You don't need tickets.
5. Ta 'er Temple
Ta 'er Temple is the center of Tibetan Buddhism activities in the northwest of China, and its position in Tibetan Buddhism is very lofty. The buildings of Ta 'er Temple are built on the mountain, with more than 1000 courtyards and more than 4,500 temples and monasteries, where Buddhist study and life are integrated. There are four schools in the temple: Xianzong, Tantric, Astronomy and Medicine. The architectural style is Han Palace and Tibetan flat-topped style, which is the fusion of Tibetan and Han nationalities. Tourists can see lamas in red everywhere here. The elders are walking slowly, and the young monks are still childlike, just like studying and living in this holy place of Tibetan Buddhism.
Tips:
Address: No.56 Jinta Road, Huangzhong County, Xining City, Qinghai Province. Xining City Management Station has a direct bus line to Ta 'er Temple (accessible by No.23), 5 yuan/person; You can also take a taxi for several people, about 15 yuan/person.
Admission: 80 yuan/person, free for active servicemen, disabled soldiers, retired military cadres and children under 1.2m; Half price for students, the elderly and the disabled; More famous museums, such as butter sculpture museum, seal college, murals, thangka and so on. Tickets are required to enter, and other small museums are free to enter. There are also some strategies to evade tickets online, but many famous museums can't see them, so they can only see some small temples. There are designated lecturers in the temple, and the fees are charged according to the number of people, with less than 5 people in 20 yuan and more than 5 people in 10 yuan.
Opening hours: 8:00- 17:00 (the opening hours will be shortened in winter).
Tips: Since 18, tourists are required to wear long gowns or long skirts for sightseeing, and it is strictly forbidden to expose their clothes.
6. Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park
The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park is the only wildlife park on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, and it is also the highest altitude wildlife park. It is not only used for breeding and breeding animals for sightseeing, but also used as a popular science base for popular science education. It is a national 4a-level scenic spot. There are a large number of national first-class protected animals and national second-class protected animals in the park, with a large area and many kinds of wild animals. There are 24 scenic spots in 6 districts for tourists to watch and take photos, feed themselves and get in close contact with animals. The safari park has a strong sense of interaction and is suitable for parents and children to travel.
Tips:
Transportation: Go by car.
Tips: It is forbidden to feed animals their own food in the safari park. Parents should accompany their children to the park all the time. There are snow leopards in the park, which is a must-see attraction.
Opening hours: 9:00~ 17:00.
Scenic spots around Xining 1, the ancient city of Tangjiaer
The ancient city of Tangjiaer in Huangyuan was built during the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty, with a history of more than 600 years. It is an ancient historical and cultural city in China. The ancient city is small and can be visited in about an hour, but there are temples with obvious mainland characteristics, such as Confucius Temple and Guandi Temple, as well as mosques with obvious Hui characteristics, which are religious shrines. In addition, several scenic spots, such as the Old Street in Ming and Qing Dynasties, are antique, with local snacks and specialties for sale and developed commerce. Visitors can taste delicious food and buy souvenirs here.
Tips:
Transportation: bus line from Xining to Huangyuan.
Tips: The most worthwhile places to visit in the ancient city are Gonghaimen, Old Street in Ming and Qing Dynasties, Renji Commercial House and Chenghuang Temple. Don't miss visiting the ancient city.
Opening hours: 8: 00 ~ 18: 00.
2. Heiquan Reservoir
Heiquan Reservoir is a scenic spot along the northern line of Qinghai Lake. It is the source of domestic water in Xining and the fountain of life for Xining people. The scenery around the reservoir is beautiful. In autumn, there will be a large maple leaf forest with red leaves all over the ground. In summer, you will pass through the rape field in Menyuan, and the mountains are covered with yellow rape flowers. The water is calm and open, and the clear lake reflects the lakes and mountains on both sides. The combination of man-made and nature can also bring different aesthetic feelings.
Tips:
Transportation: One-day tour or bus arrival.
Tips for playing: You can wear bright clothes when taking pictures by the reservoir, and it is also beautiful to watch the sunrise and sunset by the reservoir.
Opening hours: all day
3. Sun Moon Mountain
Sun Moon Mountain is on the way to Qinghai Lake Scenic Area. It is said that Princess Wencheng broke the sun and moon mirror here, and a sculpture of Princess Wencheng was built here, which is a scenic spot where historical allusions formed. On the two hills opposite Sun Moon Mountain, there is a Sun Pavilion and a Moon Pavilion respectively. Some people say that it is like a broken mirror of the sun and the moon, which falls on two mountain bags. The last thing you can't miss here is Daotang River. At first glance, it is just a small river. If you look closely, you will find that the river flows backwards and enters Qinghai Lake from east to west.
Tips:
Transportation: Go by chartered bus.
Tips for playing: Sun Moon Mountain has a high altitude and a cold climate. If you get off here again, you'd better put on a heavy cotton-padded coat or down jacket.
Opening hours: 08:00~ 17:00.
4. Qinghai Lake
Qinghai Lake is the largest inland lake and saltwater lake in China. The lake is clear and can show different colors when the sun is shining. There is a lush grassland by the lake, where cattle and sheep graze leisurely from time to time. Qinghai Lake can be said to be a must-see tourist attraction in Xining. It can even be said that I have never been to Qinghai. The lake is surrounded by green grasslands and patches of rape flowers. Cycling races around the lake are held from July to August every year. It is the top sports event in Asia and is very famous in northwest China. Interested friends can also participate.
Tips:
Transportation: Go by chartered bus.
Tips: Qinghai Lake is high in altitude, so it is recommended to take some drugs to prevent altitude sickness. In addition, the climate is cold, so it is recommended to wear thick clothes.
Opening hours: all day