Both Kuitun and Ili are tourist attractions in Xinjiang, with rich natural landscapes and cultural customs between the two places, suitable for visitors to conduct in-depth tours.?
Starting from Kuitun, you can visit the following attractions:?
Qingshui Lake Resort: Located on the south bank of the Ili River, it attracts numerous visitors with its good natural ecological environment. The vast water area, dense secondary forests, and suitable climate here have attracted more and more waterbirds to nest and forage, making it a great place to observe natural ecology and relax on vacation.?
Kuitun River Grand Canyon: It is 18 kilometers south of Kuitun City. The canyon has layered gullies and is well-organized. Snow-capped mountains, canyons, grasslands, and flowing water complement each other, showcasing the magnificent workmanship of nature. Visitors can experience the unique and steep natural landscapes here and also try artificial attractions such as glass bridges and ground rail cars.?
When heading to Ili, you can visit the following attractions:?
Kazanqi Folk Tourism Area: Located in the old Ili city area in the southern part of Yining City, there are many folk-style houses here, mainly blue in color. Visitors can walk into local homes to experience their lives or rent local costumes to walk through the streets and alleys for photos. In addition, there are many pigeons at the gate, and you can buy bread to feed the pigeons and take photos, which is very interesting.?
Ili River Scenic Area: It is an excellent place to enjoy the sunset. Visitors can enjoy the tranquility and grandeur of the Ili River here and feel the charm of nature.?
Sayram Lake: A typical alpine lake with clear and azure water, it is praised as ‘If there is only one blue in the world, then it is the blue of Sayram Lake’. Each season of Sayram Lake has unique scenery, especially the ice eyes and blue ice wonders in winter, which are particularly spectacular.?
Nalati Grassland: The summer pasture of the Kazakhs, with a unique terrain, it has the reputation of ‘Three sides of green mountains as screens, a river winding like a jade belt around its waist’. Nalati Grassland is divided into valley grassland, aerial grassland, and Panlong Ancient Road, offering diverse ways to play and is a favorite tourist attraction for visitors.?
When planning your itinerary, you can consider the straight-line distance from Kuitun to Ili is 293 kilometers.?
, choose a suitable mode of transportation to get there. Meanwhile, you can also refer to some travel blogs and guides to learn more about the tourist information of Kuitun and Ili, in order to better plan your itinerary.?