Great destinations for travel in Xinjiang during the May 1 holiday include Nalati, Qiaxi, Saimuleke Lake, Xiata, Qiongkushitai, and other attractions. Below are detailed introductions and travel suggestions for these attractions:?
Nalati: As a summer pasture for herdsmen, Nalati not only has wildflowers everywhere but also cattle and sheep, making it a great place to experience the grassland scenery of Xinjiang.?
Qiaxi: In early May, the mountains are already covered with wildflowers, and the stunning scenery is captivating.?
. The natural scenery here makes people feel like they are in an oil painting.?
Saimuleke Lake: With wildflowers everywhere and snow-capped mountains in the distance, the azure lake water and swans dancing together create a picturesque scene.?
. It is known as the ‘last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’ and is a paradise for photographers.?
Xiata: You can view the Muzart Glacier up close, as well as the magnificent scenery of primitive forests and grasslands.?
Qiongkushitai: The back mountain offers a view of pristine scenery, with wooden cabins, fir forests, and flowers creating a peaceful and beautiful picture.?
In addition, Kanas Lake, Tianshan Tianchi, Grand Bazaar, Hemu, Dushanzi Grand Canyon, Kumtag Desert, and Bayinbrook are also popular tourist attractions in Xinjiang.?
. Kanas Lake is praised as a ‘heaven on earth, the garden of gods’ for its snow-capped peaks, green slopes, dark forests, and lake scenery surrounded by mountains.?
; Tianshan Tianchi attracts tourists with its jade-clear lake water and surrounding magnificent snowy mountain scenery.?
; Grand Bazaar is a more distinctive market in Xinjiang, where you can taste various Xinjiang cuisines and purchase goods with ethnic characteristics.?
; Hemu is a border town filled with fairy tale charm, giving people a sense of primitiveness, ruggedness, and simplicity.?
; The rapids and magnificent scenery of Dushanzi Grand Canyon are breathtaking.?
; Kumtag Desert is the desert closest to a city in the world, with distinctive sand dunes that are tall and steep, creating a magnificent sight.?
; Bayinbrook retains its primitive beauty, with scenic spots such as the ‘hidden paradise’ surrounded by snow-capped mountains and the ‘Nine-Bend and Eighteen-Turn’ Kaitu River.?
During the trip, it is recommended that tourists pay attention to the following points:?
Transportation Options: Flights generally land at Urumqi Diwopu Airport, which is centrally located and can serve as a base for travel to both southern and northern Xinjiang; for those only visiting Kanas and Hemu, they can land at Altay Xuedu Airport; for southern Xinjiang, direct flights to Kashgar are available. In terms of trains, Urumqi Station, Yining Railway Station, and Altay Station all have public transportation and taxi options.?
Climate and Clothing: Early summer in Xinjiang in May is already beautiful, but there is a large temperature difference between day and night, so bring a thick jacket.?
Document Preparation: Be sure to bring your ID card as it may be checked at any time.?
In summary, there are many great destinations for travel in Xinjiang during the May 1 holiday. Tourists can choose suitable attractions to visit based on their interests and schedule. During the trip, pay attention to issues such as transportation options, climate and clothing, and document preparation to ensure a pleasant journey.?