July is an excellent time to visit Yili, when it showcases its unparalleled beauty, with grasslands, snow-capped mountains, lakes, and other natural landscapes all in their best viewing periods.?
In July, Yili’s grasslands are lush and green, with azure mountains and rolling hills reflecting against the blue sky and white clouds, forming a picturesque scene. Among them, Karajun Grassland is praised as the "summer in Miyazaki’s works", while Nalati Grassland makes people feel like they are wandering in a boundless flower sea on an aerial grassland.?
Furthermore, as a staircase to the snow-capped mountains, Xiata is a paradise for hikers, allowing them to experience the majesty and grandeur of the mountains up close.?
Apart from grasslands and snow-capped mountains, Yili’s lakes are equally enchanting. Sailimu Lake is known as the "last tear of the Atlantic Ocean", with clear and azure waters that, together with the surrounding forests, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains, form a stunning landscape painting.?
As a popular photo spot, the Guozigou Bridge spans the Tianshan Mountains, and standing on the bridge to overlook the deep valleys brings a sense of the grandeur and magnificent beauty of nature.?
In July, there are also plenty of tourism activities to participate in in Yili. For example, you can take a self-driving tour on the Duku Highway, enjoying breathtaking scenery ranging from mountains to valleys and from forests to grasslands along the way.?
Or you can visit the lavender manor to encounter purple romance and feel the charm of the Eastern Provence.?
In addition, Yili’s cuisine is also a major highlight, such as Xinjiang’s popular big plate chicken, Xinjiang roast meat, and baked stuffed buns, all of which leave a lasting impression.?
In general, Yili in July is a charming tourist destination, worth exploring both for its natural scenery and cultural customs.?