Introducing Xīníng
Xīníng is the only large city in Qīnghǎi and is the capital of the province. Long established as a Han Chinese outpost, it’s been a military garrison and trading centre since the 16th century.
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Perched on the edge of the Tibetan plateau, the booming city is not the most aesthetic, but it’s more manageable in size than its big brother Lánzhōu (in Gānsù). The food and lodging is good and it’s a perfect springboard from which to dive into the surrounding sights.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: The great Tibet Yak attack on your wallet
by mrcjonesy 13 September 2011
Look on the bright side: At least you money was going directly to the local Tibetan Community and not to some shmarmy businesssman in…
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RE: chinatraintickets.net
by mrcjonesy 13 September 2011
If I had a choice - I would not be traveling to Tibet between now and October 7th. After October 7th (end of national holiday week) demand…
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RE: Bus from Qilian along the 204 Provincial Rd
by draganvidovic 13 September 2011
Hi Jack, thanks for your quick answer. I know that it is possible to travel from Xining to Qilian along the 204 Provincial Rd, but is…
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