The travel guide for Yili, Xinjiang mainly includes itinerary planning, attractions recommendation, and travel suggestions.?
I. Itinerary Planning?
The travel itinerary in Yili can be arranged according to personal time and preferences. Here is a classic seven-day itinerary for reference.?
Day 1: After arriving in Urumqi, you can choose to stroll around the city and taste Xinjiang’s specialty cuisine such as big plate chicken and roasted mutton skewers.?
Day 2: Depart from Urumqi to Sayram Lake, enjoy the magnificent sunrise scenery, take a self-driving tour around the lake or take the scenic area shuttle bus, and it is recommended to stay at an RV campsite near Sayram Lake at night.?
Day 3: Get up early to enjoy the sunrise at Sayram Lake again, then head to Guozigou, cross the Guozigou Bridge, overlook the magnificent canyon scenery, arrive in Yining City in the afternoon, visit Yining Old Town, and taste local cuisine.?
Day 4: Head to Zhaosu County, visit Zhaosu Jade Lake to appreciate the blue ice wonders (in winter), and visit Tianma Bathing River to feel the charm of equestrian culture.?
Day 5: Visit the Xiata Ancient Road, take a distant view of the Muzart Glacier, and head to Tekes Eight Trigrams City in the afternoon to feel the unique charm of this city built according to the eight trigrams layout.?
Day 6: Visit Qiaxi Forest Park to enjoy the peaceful forest scenery, and arrive at Nalati Grassland in the afternoon to fully appreciate the beauty of the grassland.?
Day 7: Continue to play on Nalati Grassland, or choose to return to Yining City to end your pleasant trip to Yili.?
II. Attractions Recommendation?
The Yili area has many beautiful attractions, and here are some recommendations:?
Sayram Lake: Known as the "last tear of the Atlantic Ocean", the lake water is clear and blue, beautiful in every season, especially the ice eyes and blue ice wonders in winter are particularly spectacular.?
Nalati Grassland: The summer pasture of the Kazakhs, with unique terrain, offering various ways to play such as valley grassland, aerial grassland, and Panlong Ancient Road.?
Karajun Grassland: It has the human-shaped grassland of Koksu Canyon, with unique landforms that are amazing. The facilities are complete and accommodation is convenient.?
Qiongkushitai: A quaint village hidden under the alpine forest grassland, full of poetry, suitable for horseback riding or hiking.?
Xiata Grassland: You can enjoy a close view of snow-capped mountains, and with good luck, you may encounter the sunshine on the golden mountain.?
III. Travel Suggestions?
Grassland selection: There are many grasslands in Yili, and it is enough to choose 2-3 of them to avoid aesthetic fatigue.?
Shopping locations: For special local products, you can go to Jinquan Market, which has a rich variety and is affordable; for delicious food, Hetian Second Street and Lingguan Alley are food paradises.?
Way of playing: The distance between attractions is relatively far, so it is recommended to self-drive or rent a car to save time and energy.?
Photography tips: When taking photos on the Nalati Grassland, you can avoid the popular Internet celebrity bridge and walk towards the stream. There are many equally beautiful scenery with fewer people.?
The above guide is for reference only. The specific itinerary and way of playing need to be adjusted according to personal actual situations. Wish you a pleasant holiday in Yili!?