When traveling to Yili, the following attractions are excellent choices:?
Nalati Grassland: As one of the four major alpine valley grasslands in the world, Nalati Grassland is famous for its three-dimensional landscapes and rich experiences. In summer, wildflowers cover the mountains; in winter, it is covered in snow, allowing visitors to experience horseback riding and visits to Kazakh households. The Aerial Grassland Viewing Platform is an excellent spot to overlook the intertwined beauty of snow firs and grasslands.?
Sayram Lake: Although this lake belongs to Bozhou, it is a core attraction on the Yili loop route. The color of the lake water changes with the light, displaying blue and green hues. In June, the golden lotus flowers bloom along the lakeshore, creating a breathtaking scene. Cycling around the lake and camping under the stars are also unique activities here.?
Kalajun Grassland: Certified by the United Nations as a "World Natural Heritage Site", it is renowned for its unique human-shaped grassland curves. From May to June, Xianhua Platform resembles a colorful carpet, while Falcon Platform offers a distant view of the main peak of the Tianshan Mountains.?
Xiata Ancient Road: This ancient road is a perilous gorge passed by Xuanzang on his pilgrimage to fetch Buddhist scriptures. It integrates glaciers, hot springs, and ancient roads, filled with a sense of historical vicissitudes. Visitors can take a shuttle bus to travel through the Spruce Corridor and hike to the foot of the Muzart Glacier.?
Qiongkushitai Village: This primitive village, nestled deep in the Tianshan Mountains, with wooden houses scattered around, resembles a fairy tale world. The grassland behind the village, the starting point of the Wusun Ancient Road, and the Kurdai River Forest Trail together form a trio of secret spots here.?
In addition, the spectacular scenery of the Guozigou Bridge, known as the "Most Beautiful Viaduct in Xinjiang", the lavender fields in Huocheng (known as the "Chinese Provence"), the snow fir gene pool in Kuerdning, and the Tekes Eight Trigrams City are also unmissable tourist highlights in Yili.?
When planning your itinerary, you can choose suitable attractions to visit based on personal interests and time arrangements. Meanwhile, it is recommended to learn about ticket prices, opening hours, and the best times to visit each attraction in advance, in order to better enjoy the fun of traveling.?