Xinjiang has abundant tourism resources, including numerous natural scenery and cultural landscapes.
In terms of natural scenery, Xinjiang has:
Kanas Scenic Area: located in the Altay Mountains, it is known as the “Garden of God’s Afterworld”, with picturesque scenery of mountains, lakes, and forests throughout the four seasons
Sayram Lake: the highest and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang, known as the “Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean”, the lake water is azure, surrounded by vast grasslands and snow-capped mountains
Nalati Grassland: located in the hinterland of the Tianshan Mountains, it has vast grasslands, dense forests, and majestic snow-capped mountains, and is an inhabited area of the Kazakh people
Tianshan Tianchi: known as the “Fairyland on High”, the lake water is clear, surrounded by verdant spruces and wild plants, with pleasant scenery
Koktokay Scenic Area: it integrates natural scenery such as beautiful峡谷river source scenery, marsh wetland landscapes, cold lakes, and unique landforms
Tianshan Grand Canyon Scenic Area: it includes numerous landscapes such as Zhaobi Mountain, Bilong Bay, and Hugou, with magnificent scenery
Bayinbrook Grassland: a paradise on the grassland with charming scenery, including attractions such as Nine-Bend River and Swan Lake
Duku Highway: one of the most beautiful highways in China, driving through it allows one to feel the grandeur and majesty of nature
In terms of cultural landscapes, Xinjiang has:
Kashgar Old Town: the only labyrinthine urban neighborhood in China featuring Islamic culture, with rich historical culture and honest folk customs
Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar: it revives the bustling scene of the ancient Silk Road
Turpan Grape Valley: orchards and vineyards are scattered everywhere, the grapes are sweet and delicious, and it is an inhabited area of the Uyghur people
World Ghost City Scenic Area: Yadan landform, it is one of the important “check-in spots” on the Northern Xinjiang tourist route and was also a filming location for the movie “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon”,
In addition, there are many scenic spots worth visiting, such as Hemu Village, Flaming Mountain, Qiongkushitai, Taklamakan Desert, and more. In short, Xinjiang boasts diverse tourism resources, whether natural scenery or cultural landscapes, all of which can provide tourists with an unforgettable travel experience.