When visiting Kanas in August, it is recommended to focus on the Kanas Lake scenic area, experience hiking the Three Bays and rafting, while paying attention to sunscreen and warmth.?
Outfit and Sunscreen:?
The weather in Kanas in August is unpredictable. It is recommended to wear a rain jacket to cope with possible weather changes. At the same time, sunscreen equipment such as sunglasses, ice sleeves, and sun hats are also essentials.?
Itinerary:?
In the Kanas Lake scenic area, you can climb up to the Fish Viewing Terrace to overlook the panoramic view of Kanas Lake, and then take a hike to Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay, with breathtaking scenery along the way.?
Hadam Viewing Platform in Hemu Village is a great place to take panoramic photos. The river valley morning fog and birch forest are also paradises for photographers.?
You can also experience Kanas rafting, feeling the perfect combination of speed and excitement.?
Transportation Guide:?
You can also take a plane to Kanas Airport, which is about 60 kilometers away from the scenic area. There are buses to the scenic area.?
Alternatively, you can take a train to the Altay City or Beitun City train stations and then take a taxi or scenic area shuttle bus to Kanas.?
If driving, the journey from Urumqi takes about 11-14 hours in total. However, private cars are not allowed into the scenic area during peak seasons. They need to be parked at designated parking lots and then transfer to shuttle buses to enter.?
Accommodation and Food:?
Within the Kanas scenic area, there are wooden cabins and other accommodation facilities with a unique atmosphere, but reservations need to be made in advance.?
There are also many hotels and homestays around the scenic area to choose from.?
As for food, be sure to try the local grilled mutton and Kanas Lake stewed fish, which are delicious and nutritious.?
Precautions:?
The diurnal temperature variation in Kanas is large, so warm clothing should be brought.?
The ultraviolet rays in the scenic area are strong, so sunscreen measures should be taken.?
Ticket and shuttle bus fees need to be understood and prepared in advance.?
With the above tips, I believe you can enjoy a carefree trip to Kanas in August and experience the unique charm of this beautiful land known as the ‘Fairyland on Earth’.?