Xunhua Salar Autonomous County Travel

China's only Salar Autonomous County — home to Mengda Heavenly Lake, site of the thousand-year-old ancient mosque Jiezi Mosque, a treasure trove of folk culture along the upper reaches of the Yellow River. The 3-day 2-night in-depth tour includes natural wonders, religious culture, and Salar ethnic customs experience.

700+

Years of Salar History

National Nature Reserve

1800+

Altitude (meters)

40+

Specialty Foods

Mengda Heavenly Lake - Plateau Pearl

A natural alpine lake on the northeastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, with crystal clear blue waters surrounded by pristine forests

Xunhua Three-Day Two-Night Folk Culture and Nature Tour

Explore the wonders of Heavenly Lake, experience Salar culture, feel the charm of the Yellow River

                        
Duration
3 Days 2 Nights

                        
Main Destinations
Mengda Heavenly Lake, Jiezi Mosque, Camel Spring

                        
Suitable For
Nature Lovers, Culture Explorers

                        
Budget per Person
¥900-¥1300

Heavenly Lake Exploration

Mengda Heavenly Lake · Nature Reserve

Highlights

Arrive in Xunhua in the morning, head to Mengda Heavenly Lake Nature Reserve in the afternoon to enjoy the beautiful plateau lake scenery.

Attractions

Mengda Heavenly Lake

A natural alpine lake within a national nature reserve, at an altitude of 2500 meters. The lake water is crystal clear, surrounded by pristine forests, known as the 'Plateau Pearl'.

Practical Info

Accommodation Recommendations

Xunhua Salar Grand Hotel
Mengda Farm Stay
Heavenly Lake Hotel

Food Recommendations

Salar Banquet
Hand-Grab Lamb
Covered Bowl Tea

Cultural Experience

Jiezi Mosque · Salar Folk Customs

Highlights

Morning visit to Jiezi Mosque, afternoon experience Salar folk cultural activities.

Attractions

Jiezi Mosque

An ancient mosque first built in the Ming Dynasty, with an architectural style blending Chinese and Islamic characteristics. It is an important carrier of Salar religious culture.

Salar Folk Culture Village

A themed village showcasing Salar traditional architecture, costumes, food and living customs, where visitors can participate in various folk experience activities.

Practical Info

Cultural Experiences

Salar Embroidery
Traditional Song and Dance Performance
Covered Bowl Tea Making

Notes

Keep quiet inside the mosque
Respect ethnic customs

Yellow River Charm

Camel Spring · Yellow River Bank

Highlights

Morning visit to Camel Spring scenic area, afternoon sightseeing along the Yellow River, purchase specialty souvenirs before returning.

Attractions

Camel Spring

A sacred site in Salar legend. The spring water is clear and sweet, surrounded by a cultural plaza showcasing the migration history of the Salar people.

Practical Info

Tour Tips

Camel Spring → Yellow River Sightseeing Belt → Specialty Market

Souvenir Recommendations

Xunhua Sichuan Pepper
Salar Embroidery
Yellow River Stones

Must-Try Foods in Xunhua Salar Autonomous County

Salar Banquet

The highest hospitality ritual of the Salar people, featuring more than a dozen specialty dishes including hand-grab lamb, youxiang (fried dough cake), and covered bowl tea.