Qinghai is a province in northwestern China with an average altitude of more than 3,000 meters and most areas of the province are high mountains and plateaus. The province is named after Qinghai Lake, the largest saltwater lake in China. Known as the most beautiful lake in China, Qinghai Lake is one of the most popular tourist attractions and a paradise for photographers and artists.

Qinghai features magnificent landscapes, vast territory as well as abundant oil and natural gas resources. The oil and natural gas industry has given impetus to the substantial economic growth of many cities within the province. Qinghai is especially renowned for its rich water resources. It serves as the headstream of China’s three major rivers, namely the Yangtze River, the Yellow River and the Lancang River, playing a vital role in China’s water ecosystem.