Traveling to Xinjiang in March allows visitors to enjoy the beauty of early spring, especially the blooming apricot blossoms in southern Xinjiang, which is a must-not-miss travel opportunity.
Although some areas in northern Xinjiang, such as Altay, are still in the snowy season in March, southern Xinjiang has already ushered in spring. Among them, the Turpan Basin is the first to bloom and welcome spring, known as the "First Spring of Xinjiang", while the apricot blossoms in the Yili Valley and the Pamir Plateau also bloom successively, creating the happiest spring scenery in the country.
For tourists who enjoy flower appreciation, the best period for apricot blossoms in Xinjiang is from late March to mid-April. Especially the Apricot Blossom Valley in Nalati, the Turgen Apricot Blossom Valley, and the Daxigou Apricot Blossom Valley in Yili are all must-visit spots for flower appreciation, as the Apricot Blossom Valley in Yili is the largest and most concentrated primitive wild apricot forest in the world, where the most beautiful spring flowers in the entire Xinjiang are located.
In addition, the apricot blossoms in Datong Town, Kukexiluke Town, and Tartajik Town on the Pamir Plateau are also well worth seeing.
Besides flower appreciation, tourists can also experience a variety of tourist activities in Xinjiang. For example, in Yili, they can visit attractions such as the Yili River, Liuxing Street, and Hanren Street, taste local delicacies, and feel the local cultural atmosphere.
In Kashgar, visitors can tour the Kashgar Old Town, the Xiangfei Tomb, and other scenic spots. In the evening, they can also go to the music restaurant in the Russian Consulate to experience the unique维吾尔-style atmosphere.
If time permits, visitors can also head to Tashkurgan to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, and Mount Muztagh Ata.
In terms of transportation, as spring is a transitional period, the scenery along self-driving routes is generally average, so it is recommended to choose airplanes or high-speed trains as the main mode of transportation. After arriving in Xinjiang, visitors can choose to rent a car or carpool to various attractions.
It should be noted that the weather in Xinjiang is still relatively cold in March, especially with large temperature differences between morning and evening. Tourists need to bring enough warm clothing. Meanwhile, due to the strong ultraviolet rays in Xinjiang, tourists also need to take good sunscreen measures.
In general, traveling to Xinjiang in March is a good choice, as visitors can enjoy the early spring scenery and unique cultural atmosphere. However, tourists need to reasonably arrange their itinerary according to their interests and time, and pay attention to weather conditions and sunscreen measures.