Things to do in Madoi

位于青海省玛多县花石峡镇西北约16公里处，地处海拔4117米的高原盆地，被布青山、布尔汗布达山等环绕。藏语名“冬格措纳”意为“一千座山围成的湖”，蒙语称“托索湖”或“黑海”，因湖水深蓝如墨而得名。冬格那措湖冬季呈现“半湖碧水半湖冰”的奇观，夏季湖周草甸与红草滩交织，色彩斑斓。

I came to Maduo County in the hinterland of Qinghai just for the two lakes and one monument, the source of the Yellow River - Eling Lake and Zhaling Lake near Bayan Langma Mountain. These two plateau lakes were formed by the snow water from the surrounding mountains such as Kunlun Mountain and Bayankala Mountain. The source of the Yellow River in the common sense refers to here. Because it is located on a plateau without pollution, the lake water is clear and blue, the grassland beside the lake is green, and climbing to the top of the mountain where the Niutou Monument is located is like walking in the clouds, with an intoxicating scene of sky light and cloud shadows wandering together. It's a pity that the wind on the top of the mountain is too strong, and the altitude is 4610 meters, which makes my head hurt, so I can only pass by in a hurry.

Title: [Highland Secret] Sanjiangyuan National Park, explore the miracle of nature🏞️💧 Text: Dear friends, today I will take you to Sanjiangyuan National Park in Qinghai Province to explore this magical plateau wetland and feel the magnificence of nature and the vitality of life. 🌄[First impression of Sanjiangyuan] Sanjiangyuan National Park, located in the hinterland of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, is the source of the three major rivers of the Yangtze River, the Yellow River and the Lancang River. It is known as the "Chinese Water Tower" and is an important ecological barrier in China and even Asia. 🌿[Plateau Wetland] We strolled on the wetlands of Sanjiangyuan, feeling the fresh air and boundless greenery. The wetland ecosystem here is well preserved and is the habitat of many rare animals and plants. 🐉[Exploring the Water Source] The charm of Sanjiangyuan lies in its water source. We followed the clear streams to find the source of the Yangtze River, the Yellow River and the Lancang River, and felt the sacredness and greatness of the source of life. 🚶‍♂️【Hiking Experience】 Hiking is a great way to experience Sanjiangyuan National Park. We crossed grasslands, wetlands and snow-capped mountains, and every step was full of the fun of adventure and awe of nature. 🌅【Sunrise and Sunset】 In Sanjiangyuan, sunrise and sunset are both beautiful views that cannot be missed. We chose a suitable location and quietly waited for the sun to rise and set from the horizon, feeling the flow of time and the tranquility of nature. 📸【Photography and Check-in】 Every corner of Sanjiangyuan is a good place to take pictures. From the magnificence of snow-capped mountains to the softness of wetlands, from the vastness of grasslands to the clarity of streams, every frame is a masterpiece of nature. 📝【Strategy Suggestions】 • The Sanjiangyuan area has a high altitude. It is recommended to prepare for plateau adaptation in advance, pay attention to sun protection and keep warm. • Due to the importance of ecological protection, please abide by the park regulations when visiting, do not destroy vegetation and disturb wild animals. • Bring enough water and food, because there are fewer supply points in the park. • Choose the right season to visit. Summer and autumn are the most beautiful seasons in Sanjiangyuan.

Zhaling Lake is a large freshwater lake in the upper reaches of the Yellow River. It is also called "Chalinghai". It means "white long lake" in Tibetan. It is located in the western tectonic depression of Maduo County, Qinghai Plateau, to the west of Eling Lake. Zhaling Lake and Eling Lake are the largest pair of freshwater lakes in the upper reaches of the Yellow River. They are also called "Chalinghai", which means "white long lake" in Tibetan.

Huashixia is known as the northern gate of Heyuan. It is 81 kilometers northeast of Maduo County. The town government is located on National Highway 214. It is one of the highest towns on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. There is a highway from Xining to Yushu, passing through Maduo County on the way. People with altitude sickness should pay special attention and need to supplement Rhodiola rosea in advance. The local accommodation conditions are poor and the temperature is low.

Eling Lake, located in the west of Maduo County, Qinghai Province, is a large brackish water lake on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. It is important for fisheries and is also an important breeding ground for cormorants, geese and ducks (including bar-headed geese and ruddy pochards) and gulls (brown-headed gulls and gulls).

Pure and natural, it nourishes the heart, as if entering a state of eliminating all worries, forgetting the troubles of life, and only accepting this piece of pure land, snow-capped mountains, and clear flowing streams. It seems like a clear sky, the pure sunshine sprinkled on the body, the warmth warms the whole body, it is the most casual feeling of pleasure!

Xingxu Lake is located in the source area of ​​the Yellow River, adjacent to Zhaling Lake in the east and connected to Maqu, the source of the Yellow River in the west. The Xingxu Lake area is more than 4,000 meters above sea level, much higher than Mount Tai, the first of the Five Sacred Mountains.

During the off-season, there are few tourists at the scenic area, and many facilities are not in operation. The scenery is not at its best, but because there are few people, experiencing a solo walk around the salt lake is still quite enjoyable.