Things to do in Gulang

Tianti Mountain, carved by Juqu Mengxun of the Northern Liang Dynasty, is the crown of the progenitor of grottoes and the prototype of the Liangzhou model. It nurtures the bones of Yungang and nourishes the veins of Longmen. One cave opened, and ten thousand Buddhas were born.

I went there on July 31, 2020. The navigation was correct. Coming from Lanzhou, I had to walk a bad road after getting off the highway, but it was not too long. The road to Gulang County was very good. Here is the key point. Due to the epidemic, the memorial hall was closed, so I could only look at it from the outside. Twenty minutes was enough.

I stopped here while driving by. The hike was fairly easy, with wooden boardwalks throughout. The last platform had a sign indicating it was where three plateaus met. However, the snow on the opposite mountain had already melted at this time of year. The scenic area is great because it's free, so stopping by was no problem at all; you can finish in about an hour if you're quick. Later, while driving, I also saw several sections of the Great Wall, supposedly ruins of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall. Those interested can check them out.

借着假期过来打卡📍，果然没有让我失望，首先很喜欢这里的环境，其次服务也很到位，总之就是很满意啦

This is a good place to learn about the history of the Liangzhou Alliance, where Sakya Pandita and Godan made contributions to the sovereignty of Tibet. The park is very large and clearly well-designed, creating a peaceful atmosphere. Be sure to visit the ancient pagoda at the very back to experience the historical charm. The memorial hall, which recreates historical events, is also worth a visit. The withered lotus flowers in the lotus pond also complement the scene. The cultural and creative products are a bit lacking.

I highly recommend it! If you're going to see the sunrise, be sure to enter from the West Gate; if you're going to see the sunset, enter from the North Gate. The landscape is truly amazing and there's a lot to explore. I didn't have enough time this time, so I only had a brief look around. If you want to take pictures of textbook covers, you have to do it at sunset; if you go in the morning, the glare will greatly reduce the quality.

I went during the National Day Golden Week holiday and stepped into the autumn of the Qilian Mountains. The golden grasslands, the melting snow from the glaciers, and the dense forests were breathtaking. I took photos every step of the way. The only regret was not being able to climb to Tianchi Lake. I will definitely come back next time.

Absolutely fantastic! Every activity was so much fun. Shapotou Scenic Area truly lives up to its 5A rating. All the staff were incredibly welcoming and provided excellent service. The vending machines inside the scenic area had the same prices as outside, the noodle shops were inexpensive, and all the activities were reasonably priced. It was highly worthwhile and incredibly fun!

The Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum is well worth a visit, with its South and North wings each having their own focus. Its crown jewel is the Guinness World Record-holding 618-meter-long painted Thangka, created with natural mineral pigments and breathtaking detail. Other exhibits include Tibetan medicine mandalas, traditional costumes, ancient books and ritual implements, comprehensively showcasing the history, medicine, and customs of the Tibetan Plateau. Renting a guided tour is highly recommended to allow for a leisurely appreciation of Tibetan civilization; it's an excellent place in Xining to gain a deeper understanding of Tibetan culture.

I hadn't originally planned to go, but I spent an extra day in Xining. Aside from being far from the city center, it was quite nice. I took bus 909 directly from Xining Station. At the entrance, I shared a guided tour with other tourists; there were quite a few unlicensed guides in the square. Their explanations were alright. At the butter sculpture museum, I encountered a little white cat and learned how to identify Master Tsongkhapa.