Qinghai, a Multi-ethnic Province - Qinghai Travel Guide
Kumbum MonasteryQinghai (青海), which literally means 'blue sea', is an inland province in central west China, adjacent to Xinjiang, Tibet, Sichuan, and Gansu.Qinghai is famed for its spectacular scenery, multi-ethnic minority culture, and rich Buddhist heritage throughout the region.As an unconventional destination, we highly recommend you put Qinghai on your travel list for its unspoiled treasures.The province got its name from its huge inland saltwater lake: Qinghai Lake, which is the largest lake in China. The capital city of Qinghai Province is Xining, and the province is often abbreviated to Qing (青).The Most Popular Attractions in QinghaiChaka LakeQinghai is a large province and each city has many attractions. Here, we have handpicked the must-see attractions in Qinghai:Qinghai Lake: This huge salt lake measures 4,635 square kilometers (1,790 square miles) in area— the size of Connecticut State or Somerset in the UK. It is popular for biking and bird watching, the spectacular h...