Located about 110 km west of Delingha, at the end of the Huainuo Highway, this is the filming location for the Mucheng 100 track in "Pegasus 3" and the TV drama "Tree of Life."
When I drove here, there were very few tourists in the entire valley. All I could hear was the howling wind. It felt desolate yet awe-inspiring, completely away from the crowds.
❇️ Three viewing platforms | Three completely different Danxia landscapes
✔️ First viewing platform
Layers of deep red rock formations stack upon each other, looking from afar like a freshly baked tiramisu 🍰.
The wooden walkway winds along the ridge. Standing on it feels like stepping on the spine of a sleeping dragon, surrounded by intense, rich red hues that create a strong visual impact.
✔️ Second viewing platform
The scene suddenly becomes quiet, like an unfolding ink wash painting 🎐
Shades of gray-white, dark cyan, and light ochre interweave, without the intense, glaring red.
The wilderness offers a unique sense of detachment, quiet, gentle, yet desolate.
✔️ Third viewing platform
This is literally nature's spring eyeshadow palette 🎨
Pink, light purple, light yellow, and light orange blend in layers, soft yet distinct, and not at all flashy.
As sunlight moves across the mountain, the colors of the rock layers shift and change. It's truly stunning to watch at sunset.
🚙 Route reference
Delingha → Huainuo Road → Star Valley → Delingha
Suitable for a day trip, no need to rush, just take your time to enjoy the valley sunset.
📍 Location info
Around Delingha City, Haixi, Qinghai, about 110 km from the city center, a 1.5-hour drive.
You'll pass a short gravel road before reaching the scenic area. The road is fairly smooth, so even a regular car can handle it.
⚠️ Travel tips
① The altitude is about 3,300 meters. The UV rays are extremely strong and the wind is strong, so remember to bring a windbreaker and a hat, and make sure to apply plenty of sunscreen.
② You might encounter free-roaming camels along the Gobi. You can also try the UTV all-terrain vehicle experience, which follows the same route as in "Pegasus 3."
③ Best time to visit: on a clear day after rain, the golden light two hours before sunset makes the Danxia colors especially vivid.
As the car drives across the endless Gobi, the view outside the window is an endless wilderness, with dry, desolate wind rushing in through the window.
There are no crowds, only the vastness of the sky and earth. If you come to Delingha during the May Day holiday, be sure to visit Star Valley, roll down the window, and truly feel the Gobi wind 🌬️
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After traveling across the vast Northwest, I finally discovered this hidden valley gem with almost no publicity ✨
Located about 110 kilometers west of Delingha, at the end of Huainuo Road, this is the filming location for the "Pegasus 3" Mucheng 100 track and the TV drama "Tree of Life."
When I drove here, there were very few tourists in the entire valley. All I could hear was the howling wind. It was desolate and awe-inspiring, completely avoiding the crowds.
❇️ Three viewing platforms | Three completely different Danxia landscapes
✔️ First viewing platform
Large areas of crimson rock layers are stacked, looking from afar like a freshly baked tiramisu 🍰.
The wooden walkway winds along the ridge. Standing on it, you feel as if you're stepping on the spine of a sleeping dragon, with intense, rich red filling your sight, creating a strong visual impact.
✔️ Second viewing platform
The scene suddenly becomes quiet, like an unfolding ink wash painting 🎐
Shades of gray-white, dark cyan, and light ochre interweave, without the intense, glaring red.
The wilderness brings a unique sense of detachment, quiet, gentle, and desolate.
✔️ Third viewing platform
It's literally nature's spring eyeshadow palette 🎨
Pink, light purple, light yellow, and light orange blend in layers, soft yet distinct, and not at all flashy.
As sunlight moves across the mountain, the colors of the rock layers shift and change. It's truly stunning to watch at sunset.
🚙 Route reference
Delingha → Huainuo Road → Star Valley → Delingha
Suitable for a day trip, no need to rush, just take your time to enjoy the valley sunset.
📍 Location info
Around Delingha City, Haixi, Qinghai, about 110 km from the city center, a 1.5-hour drive.
You'll pass a short gravel road before reaching the scenic area. The road is fairly smooth, so even a regular car can handle it without any pressure.
⚠️ Travel tips
① The altitude is about 3,300 meters, the UV rays are extremely strong, and the wind is strong. Remember to bring a windbreaker and a hat, and make sure to apply plenty of sunscreen.
② You might encounter free-roaming camels along the Gobi, and you can also experience the UTV all-terrain vehicle, which follows the same route as in "Pegasus 3."
③ Best viewing time: On a clear day after rain, the golden light two hours before sunset will make the colors of the Danxia even more vivid.
As the car drives across the endless Gobi, the view outside the window is an endless wilderness, with dry, desolate wind rushing in through the window.
There are no crowds, only the vastness of the sky and earth. If you come to Delingha during the May Day holiday, be sure to visit Star Valley, roll down the window, and truly feel the Gobi wind 🌬️
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