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Guide Clear Yellow River Tourism Area
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Guide Clear Yellow River Tourism Area

贵德县清清黄河景区

Qinghai, Hainan·36.6896°N, 101.5327°E
Ticket Price
CNY 50 (peak season), CNY 30 (off-season)
Duration
4-5 hours

About Guide Clear Yellow River Tourism Area

One of the rare stretches where the Yellow River runs crystal clear, this riverside area features boardwalks, a suspension bridge, and gentle picnic spots along the water.

Highlights

• A rare stretch where the Yellow River runs crystal clear, not muddy. • Riverside boardwalks, a suspension bridge, and the 'mother' statue. • Pleasant riverside picnics and cycling.

Suggested Route

Riverfront walk → suspension bridge → viewing point → nearby hot springs; allow 2 h.

Food & Lodging

Guide river fish and Qinghai snacks; county guesthouses and hot-spring hotels.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, boardwalks, bike rental, shuttle.
Travel Tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring water and sun protection in summer. Check weather conditions before visiting.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: June-September

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

Open all day (ticket office 08:00-16:30)

Getting There

In Guide County, Hainan Prefecture, Qinghai (~70 km from Xining); reach by road; nearest airport Xining Caojiabao (~80 km); no metro/HSR.

Reservation

Riverside scenic area; generally free or low-cost; no advance booking required.

Ticket Price

CNY 50 (≈ $7.0) (peak season), CNY 30 (≈ $4.2) (off-season)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
贵德县清清黄河景区

36.6896, 101.5327

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