Qinghai's severely underrated free viewing platform

Depart from Lanzhou at 6 AM to cleverly avoid the peak traffic. As you proceed, you will encounter the magnificent scenery of the Qilian Grassland. The green grass is like a carpet, dotted with flocks of sheep like pearls, and the distant snow-capped mountains stand majestically, resembling a fairyland. Navigate to the , follow the route marked 'Horse Riding' on the wall, and enthusiastic local residents will guide you at the intersection for a service fee of only 20 yuan. Park at the horse riding entrance and experience the fun of horse riding. The price for a single person is 130 yuan, but you can negotiate it down to 110-120 yuan. After about 20 minutes of riding, you will reach the top of the mountain and take in the enchanting scenery. The snow-capped mountains, vast pastures, and freely roaming sheep, horses, and yaks make the trip incredibly worthwhile. It is worth mentioning that you can also experience the open-air toilet at the horse riding field. The wind is strong there, so there is no odor, and the view is excellent (see picture 3), making it a unique experience in life. When you come here, you must not miss the tender and juicy hand-grabbed mutton. The aroma of the meat is unforgettable. There are also sweet and delicious barley cakes, where the wheat aroma and the unique flavor of barley are perfectly blended. In addition, the special butter tea is also a must-try, with its rich milk fragrance and tea aroma being intoxicating. Zhuo'er Mountain belongs to the Danxia landform, composed of red sandstone and conglomerate. Standing on the top of the mountain, the surrounding scenery is magnificent, like a colorful painting. The vast Qilian Grassland, under the blue sky and white clouds, with herds of cattle and sheep, is an excellent place to feel the charm of nature.