The travel guide to Kanas in Xinjiang mainly includes preparations, transportation guide, attraction introductions, travel suggestions, and precautions.?
Preparations:?
Documents: Carry your ID card. If you plan to visit Baihaba Village, you also need to apply for a border pass.?
Clothing: Prepare corresponding clothing according to seasonal changes, such as lightweight clothing and sunscreen clothes in summer, thick coats, sweaters, etc., in autumn, and down jackets, thermal underwear, etc., in winter.?
Other items: Sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, moisturizing skincare products, commonly used medications, etc.?
Transportation guide:?
External transportation: You can fly directly to Kanas Airport and then transfer to a direct bus to the scenic area gate at Jiadengyu; or first arrive in Urumqi, then take a train to Beitun, from Beitun take a bus to Burqin, and then take a direct bus from Burqin to Jiadengyu; you can also choose to take a direct bus from Urumqi to Kanas.?
Internal transportation: During peak seasons, you need to take scenic area shuttle buses. You can transfer to shuttle buses to Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba at Jiadengyu. In off-peak seasons, you can drive in, but you need to drive a four-wheel drive SUV with snow tires.?
Attraction introductions:?
Kanas Lake: The core attraction of the scenic area. The lake water is clear, surrounded by mountains, creating a picturesque scenery. You can take a walk along the lake or visit by boat.?
Fish Viewing Platform: Located on the east bank of Kanas Lake, it offers a panoramic view of Kanas Lake and the surrounding mountains, making it an excellent spot for taking photos of the lake scenery.?
Three Bays (Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay): The scenery is mesmerizing and is one of the best locations for capturing the beauty of Kanas Lake.?
Hemu Village: A well-preserved Tuwa village where you can experience traditional Tuwa folk customs.?
Travel suggestions:?
Book accommodation in advance: Accommodation in Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba needs to be booked in advance. It is difficult to book during holidays.?
Real-name timed ticket reservation: The scenic area implements online real-name timed ticket reservation. Be sure to purchase tickets in advance during peak seasons.?
Recommended travel routes: such as the classic lake circuit route (Kanas Lake Area – Fish Viewing Platform – Moon Bay), the Tuwa cultural experience route (Kanas Tuwa Village), etc.?
Precautions:?
The sunset time in Xinjiang is two hours later than that in Beijing. Pay attention to the time difference when arranging your itinerary.?
The ultraviolet rays in Xinjiang are very strong. Be sure to take good sun protection measures.?
The temperature difference between morning and evening in Kanas is large. Remember to bring a few extra thick clothes.?
If you have a hiking plan, remember to wear comfortable shoes with non-slip soles.?
The above guide is for reference only. The specific itinerary should be reasonably arranged according to personal interests and time.?