Qilian Mountains Autumn Stunning Guide｜Secret Fairyland Check-in Guide

Passing through the Qilian Mountains, the beauty here is like God’s palette spilled over🍂 I want to ask my sisters, have you ever dreamed of stepping into a fairy tale world? In the Qilian Mountains, this dream can really come true! When the sunlight shines on the ridges, the whole forest glows✨ As a seasoned traveler who has been here 8 times, I carefully put together this must-have autumn guide. Save it + share it with your besties～ 🚩One-day Highlight Route: 👉7:30 Depart from Xining (3h self-drive) 👉10:30 Menyuan Rapeseed Flower Sea (📍Menyuan Hui Autonomous County) 👉11:30 Arrive at Qilian County Town (time to eat🍲) 👉14:00 Zhuo’er Mountain Scenic Area (📍Babao Town, Qilian County, Haibei Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province) 👉16:00 Amindongso Viewing Platform (Free‼️) 👉18:00 Sunset chase on the mountaintop (breathtakingly beautiful😱) 📸Three Must-Check-in Photo Spots: ✅Zhuo’er Mountain Summit (ticket 60 RMB) ✅Amindongso 360° Viewing Platform ✅Babao Riverside Autumn Corridor ⚠️Important Tips: ✨Don’t miss the sunset at Zhuo’er Mountain! The light is stunning😭 ✨Temperature difference in the mountains is over 15℃! Down jacket is a lifesaver🧥 ✨Book tickets in advance during peak season! Don’t miss out! 🏨Accommodation Tips: Recommended to stay in Qilian County Town (📍Babao Town, Qilian County, Haibei Prefecture, Qinghai Province) Price: 200-400 RMB/night Choose Tibetan-style guesthouses for a more authentic feel～ 📌10 Survival Tips: 1️⃣SPF50+ sunscreen! UV rays are insanely strong☀️ 2️⃣Wide-angle lens is a must! Regular phone cameras can’t capture it all 3️⃣Try Tibetan cuisine! Butter tea + hand-pulled lamb is a perfect match 4️⃣Cows and sheep rule the road! Yield to them first🐂 5️⃣Star gazers alert! The Milky Way is visible to the naked eye🌌 6️⃣Bring enough snacks! Few options in scenic spots 7️⃣Altitude sickness sufferers should acclimate 2 days in advance 8️⃣Best shooting times: 9-11 AM / 4-6 PM 9️⃣The grassland where three cows rest is perfect for photos (see picture) 🔟Mid-October is the best viewing period! When I was there, I saw three cows resting on golden grass🐄, with a forest dyed in autumn colors behind them. It was like stepping into a painting! Sisters, which spot are you most excited about? Tell me in the comments～ Or ask me anything, I’ll reply instantly, no ghosting!😘