Xinjiang boasts numerous beautiful lakes, making it a great destination for tourism and sightseeing. Here are some of the Xinjiang lakes worth visiting:
Sayram Lake
Location: Bole City, Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture
Characteristics: The highest and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang, it is known as the "Last Tear of the Atlantic". The lake water is clear and transparent, with a transparency of up to 12 meters. The scenic area is divided into multiple functional zones, making it a great place to enjoy the lake scenery and mountains and experience the nomadic culture of the grasslands.
Kanas Lake
Location: Northern Burqin County, Altay Prefecture
Characteristics: Praised as a "fairyland on earth", it is one of the most beautiful lakes in China. The lake water comes from glacier meltwater and local precipitation. The scenic area includes natural landscapes such as mountains, rivers, forests, and grasslands, as well as historical and cultural relics such as the Platform for Mustering Troops of Genghis Khan’s Western Expedition. Kanas Lake also has a mysterious legend of a "water monster", adding to its enigmatic charm.
Tian Chi Lake (Tianshan Tianchi Lake)
Location: Fukang City, Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture
Characteristics: Known as the "Jade Pool of the Western Queen Mother", it is a crescent-shaped alpine lake at an altitude of 1910 meters.博格达山峰surround the Tian Chi Lake, where tourists can take a leisurely stroll along the lake or take a boat tour to enjoy the beautiful lake scenery and mountains.
Bosten Lake
Location: Southeast of the Yanqi Basin at the southern edge of the Tianshan Mountains
Characteristics: The largest inland freshwater lake in Xinjiang, with a vast water area and abundant aquatic resources. Reeds grow luxuriantly around the lake area, making it an ecological treasure. In addition, Bosten Lake is also the largest fishery production base in Xinjiang, producing various types of freshwater fish.
These lakes each have their own unique characteristics. Some are famous for their lake scenery and mountains, some are renowned for their mysterious legends, and some are rich in ecological resources and historical and cultural relics. Whether it’s tourists who love natural scenery or travelers who are interested in history and culture, they can all find their favorite tourist destinations among the lakes of Xinjiang.