Xining Travel Guide
People of the bustling cities may find peace, fresh air and idyllic surroundings on the Qinghai-Tibet highland. The fluffy white clouds, purely blue sky, vista of vast grassland on which flocks of sheep and herds of yaks are grazing, creates a sanctuary free from the turmoil of modern cities. On this mystical, unspoiled land, travelers will find Xining-capital of Qinghai Province.
Situated at the northeast of Qinghai province, Xining lies at the junction of the Lanzhou-Qinghai and the Qinghai-Tibet railway with good transportation. Bordering the harsh Tibet highland, Xining is 2,260 meters above sea level but climate there is much better than that of Tibet. Enjoying a good location surrounded by high mountains, the city has a relatively comfortable climate with neither bone-chilling winter nor sweltering summer and the annually temperature there is about 6 centigrade. Summer in Xining is an ideal season for tourists who can enjoy fresh and crisp weather. more about Xining »
- Chinese Name: 西宁
- Chinese Pinyin: xī níng
- English Name: Xi'ning
- Location: Northwest of China
- Latitude: 36°38' N
- Longitude : 106°45' E
- Area: 7,665 sq. km. (2,959 sq. mi.)
- Time Zone : (UTC+8)
- Area Code: 0971
- Population: 2.2 million
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Qinghai Lake
Features This large salt lake in little traveled Qinghai Province in western China measures 4,635 square kilometers in area. Major attractions around it are Bird Island where many species of birds come to nest or rest during their transcontinental migrations, Sankuaishi (Three stones) and Sand Island. Qingha... more about Qinghai Lake
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Hi Paul, thank you for your inquiry. This is Nora, a trip advisor of China Highlights. I've worked out an itinerary and sent it to you via email. Please let me know if you are interested. Nice day!
Hi, Beny Gefen,
As far as I know, No festivals taking place during the mentioned period.
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