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About Pearl of Puning Tower
Its spherical upper structure is visible across the city and reflects the city’s connection with Shanghai’s Pudong district. From the hill, the urban valley and surrounding slopes become easier to understand. Tower entry and dining are separately operated services, so check the current admission arrangement if you want more than an exterior view.
What to look for
- The spherical tower is a recognisable feature of Xining’s skyline.
- The Xishan hill setting gives context to the city’s valley geography.
Location & getting there
Getting to Pearl of Puning Tower
Navigate to Gaoyuan Mingzhu/Pearl of Puning on the summit of Xishan. Arrange transport to the tower’s visitor approach rather than a lower hillside address, and confirm the return pickup after an evening visit.
Combine your visit
Choose from these complementary stops when planning your visit.
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Xishan visitor approach西山塔区入口
Reach the tower’s actual visitor area.
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Tower exterior浦宁之珠外观
See the spherical upper structure.
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Observation visit if operating开放时参观观光层
Use the current ticket and access arrangements.
This is a suggested combination, not a timed route; confirm the opening and transport arrangements for your date.
Find Pearl of Puning Tower
浦宁之珠 · 西宁
The pin marks the area, not the entrance.
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Approximate straight-line distances between map pins, not travel distances.
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View guide →Sources & visit information
The sources below support the place-specific description and arrival information. Suggested combinations are editorial planning ideas; confirm current opening, entry arrangements and transport services for your date.