Xining City Pictures

With a history of 2,000 years, Xining, the capital city of Qinghai Province was a key point of the Silk Road. Influenced by both Chinese, Hui and Tibetan cultures, the city has unique cultural features and relics like the Ta'er Monastery and Dongguan Mosque. The local natural beauty is also breathtaking. The Qinghai Lake, snow covered mountains, icy peaks, deserts and vast pastures mesmerise its visitors. Attraction Intro: Xining City