For May Day travel in Xinjiang, there are multiple recommended attractions. Here are some places that cannot be missed:?
1. Sayram Lake:?
Feature: Known as "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean", the lake has a sapphire-blue surface that contrasts beautifully with the surrounding hills and grasslands, making it an excellent spot for photos.?
Experience: Stroll by the lake and feel its azure, clear water, as if you are in a fairyland.?
2. Kanas:?
Feature: Known as "the pure land of earth and the god’s backyard", Kanas in spring is covered with blooming flowers and rolling sea of clouds, creating a beautiful scene.?
Address: Northern part of Burqin County, Altay Region, 150 kilometers from the county seat.?
3. Bayinbuluke:?
Feature: It is an eco-tourism resort that combines hills, basins, grasslands, and wetlands, especially from late April to mid-June each year, when the scenery of Swan Lake is breathtakingly beautiful.?
Experience: Enjoy flowers on the grassland, observe swans, and savor the tranquility and beauty of nature.?
4. Nalati Grassland:?
Feature: It is as beautiful as a fairy tale, with natural scenery that makes people feel refreshed and is an excellent place to experience the grassland scenery of Xinjiang.?
Address: Nalati Town, Xinyuan County, Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture, Nalati Tourist Scenic Area?
5. Kashgar Old Town:?
Feature: Filled with exotic charm, you can feel the strong Uyghur culture, and taking photos here is particularly picturesque.?
Experience: Stroll through the ancient city, savor the rich tea aroma of a century-old teahouse, and experience the local people’s life.?
6. Guozigou:?
Feature: The scenery is breathtaking, with dense spruce forests and fresh air. Walking in such a place feels like cultivating one’s sentiment.?
Highlight: Guozigou Bridge is known as the "First Scenery of Yili" for its stunning scenery and precarious terrain.?
In addition, Kurdining Grassland, Qiaxi Grassland, Aktas Grassland, Zhaosu Jade Lake, Kexiu Glacier Forest Park, Qiongkushitai, and Kumtag Desert are also great destinations for May Day travel in Xinjiang.?
. These attractions each have their own unique characteristics, whether natural scenery or cultural landscapes, all of which make people reluctant to leave.?
When planning your itinerary, it is recommended to arrange it reasonably according to the geographical location and opening hours of the attractions to ensure you can fully experience the charm of each one. Meanwhile, Xinjiang has a large diurnal temperature variation, with some areas at high altitudes and strong solar radiation, so be sure to take sunscreen and keep warm.?