Xining: The Summer Resort Capital of China
Located in the Tibetan Plateau, Xining is the capital of the province of Qinghai which literarily means a place in the west. Xining has a long standing history as a frontier city and a stopover along the Silk Road and the trading center of the Tang Empire. Today, Xining serves as economic and cultural centerof Qinghai Province and has become a favorite summer destination of local and international tourists. Because of its strategic location, Xining has been the transportation hub of those travelling to Xinjiang, Tibet and Gansu. Going to Xining tourists will arrive at Xining Caojiabao Airport.
Best Time to Visit
Xining has a continental semi-arid climate making summer or the months of May to September the best time to experience this summer resort city. Tourist planning to visit during this season should expect huge crowd and higher accommodation so it is recommended to plan ahead of time.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Tourists may visit the three centuries old and the most popular mosque in China, Dongguan Great Mosque and admire its diversiform towers and walls. Head to south of the city to Tibetan Plateau Wildlife Zoo and meet many exotic Tibetan animals. Nearby is the Xining Nanshan Park located at top of the mountainoffering a panoramic view of the entire Xining. Another must-visit place is the Bird Islands which is an enchanting body water home to hundreds species of birds. For utmost convenience after exploring Xining, tourists may spend the night either at Sofitel Xining or at The Sebel Xi Ning.
