Yili in April is a great destination for tourism. It is spring, with apricot flowers blooming, grasslands turning green, and picturesque scenery.?
Flower Appreciation Destinations:?
Tulgen Apricot Flower Valley: This is the world’s largest primitive wild apricot forest. From early to mid-April, apricot flowers bloom, covering the mountains with pink and white blossoms like a fairy tale world. It is an excellent location for photography and flower appreciation.?
Fushou Mountain in Daxigou, Huocheng County: Apricot flowers and wild plum blossoms bloom at the same time, combined with the canyon landform, creating equally magnificent scenery.?
Natural Scenery:?
Sailimu Lake: Known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, in April, the ice on the lake gradually melts, possibly creating a fantastical scene of ‘half ice, half water’. Wildflowers bloom along the lakeshore, and with few tourists, you can enjoy the pure scenery alone.?
Nalati Grassland: In mid-to-late April, ‘ice-breaking flowers’ emerge from the snow, the grassland gradually turns green, and the snow-capped mountains remain unmelted. With few people and clean scenery, it is suitable for the elderly and children to visit.?
Kalakun Grassland: The meadows start to turn green, with wild lilies and other early spring wildflowers dotting the landscape. You can hike or ride horses to experience the primitive ecology.?
Culture and Folk Customs:?
April is the season when herdsmen migrate from winter pastures to spring pastures. Along the way, you can see flocks of sheep, cows, camels, and traditional yurts, allowing you to experience the real scenes of nomadic culture.?
Qiongkushitai: This is a Kazak village at the foot of a snowy mountain, with scattered wooden houses and babbling streams. In April, there are few tourists, making it suitable for experiencing a slow life.?
Travel Tips:?
In April, Yili offers high tourism value for money. Transportation, accommodation, and car rental prices are only 1/3-1/2 of the peak season (June-August). There is no need to queue at scenic spots, providing a better experience.?
It is recommended to wear comfortable clothing and shoes, bring sunscreen and sun hats, as well as cameras or mobile phones for taking photos to capture the beautiful scenery and moments.?
In summary, Yili in April boasts rich tourism resources. Whether it’s enjoying flowers, scenery, or experiencing cultural and folk customs, tourists can gain a great deal.?