Xining

Xining rises at an elevation of 2,275 meters on the eastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau near the Huangshui River valley system.

The city developed as a commercial center along the Northern Silk Road's Hexi Corridor during the Han Dynasty, maintaining its position for over 2,000 years.

The city contains both the Dongguan Mosque and Kumbum Monastery, reflecting the convergence of Muslim and Buddhist communities in this high-altitude region.

The Xining Railway Station connects to major cities like Beijing and Shanghai, while Caojiabao Airport provides air transport from its location 28 kilometers from downtown.

A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck the city in May 1927, resulting in 40,000 casualties and leading to extensive reconstruction of urban infrastructure.

Location: Qinghai

Elevation above the sea: 2,275 m

Part of: Qinghai

Website: http://xining.gov.cn

GPS coordinates: 36.62386,101.77866

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:10