Qinghai Hoh Xil

Qinghai Hoh Xil

Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism

Qinghai Hoh Xil, situated in the northeastern part of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, is one of the world’s largest, highest, and youngest plateaus. Covering an area of 3,735,632 hectares with a 2,290,904-hectare buffer zone, it consists of vast alpine mountains and steppe landscapes at elevations exceeding 4,500 meters. Often referred to as the "Third Pole," Hoh Xil experiences a harsh, frigid plateau climate that shapes its unique ecosystems. The region is home to remarkable biodiversity, with its extreme environment supporting a range of specialized species. It plays a crucial role in the survival of the Tibetan antelope, providing key calving grounds and migration routes for nearly 40% of the global population. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Hoh Xil holds outstanding ecological and scientific value. Its well-preserved natural environment makes it essential for biodiversity conservation and an important site for climate research.

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Yilei Xiao

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Qinghai Hoh Xil

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On July 7, 2017, the Hoh Xil in Qinghai was listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites as "the largest and highest plateau in the world"