Huangshui valley
The main river runs east to west through the city, and the densest streets follow its floor in a long, narrow band that defines the whole map.
Minimalist map poster · China
Xining Map Poster & Print
36.6255° N / 101.7574° E
A high-altitude valley city stretched along the Huangshui River, hemmed in by bare hills at the Tibetan Plateau's edge.
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Xining in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Xining, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Xining at home
The map
About this Xining map poster
Xining, the capital of Qinghai province, sits at more than 2,200 metres on the northeastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau. The city occupies the valley of the Huangshui River, a tributary of the Yellow River, and several smaller valleys that join it. On a map this gives Xining a stretched, branching shape, with long east–west streets squeezed between steep hills on either side.
Where the valleys meet, the city centre spreads out a little more, forming a denser core of blocks around the old town. The Dongguan Grand Mosque, one of the largest in northwest China, stands in the eastern part of the centre, reflecting the city's large Hui Muslim community. Development follows the valleys outward, while the slopes above remain largely unbuilt.
Xining is the starting point of the Qinghai–Tibet railway toward Lhasa and a common gateway for travellers heading to Qinghai Lake. Nearby, Kumbum Monastery is one of the major centres of Tibetan Buddhism. A Xining map poster shows the city as its valleys have shaped it, a long urban ribbon with hills rising close on every side.
- Population
- 2.5 million
- Coordinates
- 36.6255° N / 101.7574° E
- Elevation
- 2275 m
- Time zone
- Shanghai
- Region
- Xining, China
Branching valleys
Side valleys from the north and south join the main one near the centre, giving Xining a cross-like outline with arms of development reaching into the hills.
Unbuilt hillsides
Steep slopes on either side of the valleys stay mostly empty, leaving wide blank areas on the poster that make the ribbon of streets stand out.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Xining
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Xining
A map that means something
Xining is a crossroads of cultures and routes, and for people who lived, worked or travelled there, a map of its valley shape is a distinctive memento. It also appeals to anyone with a connection to Qinghai and the plateau.
Add a title, a subtitle such as a date or a journey, and your own coordinates line. Choose one of five styles, from Classic black & white to Blueprint, then download HD files in six print sizes or order a matte print with an optional wooden frame.
Order the Xining posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Xining map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Xining poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Xining poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Xining poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Xining poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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