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What geographic features lie between Qinghai’s high mountain ranges?

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Between the high mountain ranges of Qinghai province, the landscape is characterized by a variety of geographic features, including broad valleys, rolling hilly areas, and extensive flat tablelands.1

A prominent feature is the Qaidam Basin, an immense, low-lying area situated between the Kunlun Mountains and the Qilian Mountains. This basin contains fertile spots in its piedmont and lakeside regions. Additionally, the southwestern part of the province features a broad swamp area created by rivers originating from the snowcapped Tanggula Mountains.1