Bird-watching
To boost tourism over the winter, on Nov 24 authorities opened a railway link between the provincial capital, Xining, and Bird Island. Every Saturday, people can take a day trip for 120 yuan ($19) a person, including transportation, the ticket to the island and lunch.
Travel agent Xiao Qihe, said people need to book the trip early, as each train can take only 45 people, and it operates on a first-come first-served basis. Visitors are mostly photographers, outdoor enthusiasts and parents with children.
People can learn more about the habits of swans and are taught not to disturb the birds or litter on the island, Xiao said.
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