Qinghai's Hoh Xil Opens to Tourists

Hoh Xil is one of the few regions in the world with an untouched environment.

    Hoh Xil Nature Reserve has formally opened to tourists. Nicknamed the "Kingdom of Animals," Hoh Xil is one of the few regions in the world that has a virtually untouched environment. To ensure its preservation, the number of tourists allowed to visit the region will be limited to 1,000 per year, with each group capped at 15. Visitors will have the chance to appreciate the mysterious snow mountains and grasslands, learn about the area's rare species, experience mountain patrolmen's life, and carry out various eco-friendly activities during their trip of five to six days. Tourists have to present a health certificate upon registering for a group, and must take a physical checkup at Golmud in Qinghai before leaving for the nature reserve. People suffering from high blood pressure and some other diseases are not allowed to join the tour groups.