Kanas Travel Strategy Lesson Plan?
I. Course Overview?
This lesson will introduce in detail the travel strategy for Kanas Scenic Area in Xinjiang, including transportation, accommodation, food, must-visit attractions, and precautions, to help students fully understand Kanas and prepare for future trips.?
II. Introduction to Kanas Scenic Area?
Geographical location: Kanas is located in the north of Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang, and is known as the "Fairyland on Earth" and "The Last Pure Land in China".?
Main attractions: Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Baihaba Village, etc.?
Feature: Kanas is the only distribution zone of flora and fauna of the Southern Siberian region in China, and it is also the source of the Irtysh River, a river in the Arctic Ocean watershed.?
III. Transportation Strategy?
Airplane: Departing from Urumqi, it only takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to fly directly to Kanas Airport. Kanas Airport is located near the county town of Burqin, about 80 kilometers away from Kanas Scenic Area.?
Train: First, take the train to Urumqi, then transfer to a long-distance bus or rent a car to Kanas. It takes about 12 hours to get from Urumqi to Burqin.?
Coach: There are direct coaches from Urumqi to Burqin, with a journey time of about 12 hours. Buses from Burqin to Kanas are relatively frequent, with a journey time of about 2 hours.?
Car Rental for Self-Driving: You can rent a car in Burqin County Town to drive to Kanas. The roads within the scenic area are spacious and the scenery is beautiful.?
Local Chartered Vehicles: The prices are relatively reasonable, and the drivers are familiar with the road conditions, providing more convenient services.?
IV. Lodging Tips?
Burqin County Town: The accommodation conditions in the town are better, with moderate prices and proximity to dining and shopping venues. It is recommended to choose an elegant hotel, such as Burqin County Hotel.?
Within the Kanas Scenic Area: There are multiple resorts and inns, such as the resort by Kanas Lake, allowing you to have close contact with nature. These accommodation facilities are fully equipped and have beautiful environments, but the prices are higher.?
V. Food Recommendations?
Special Cuisine: The cuisine in the Kanas area is mainly Xinjiang-style, such as roast whole sheep, hand-grabbed rice, roasted stuffed buns, and pilaf.?
Local Specialties: Kanas Lake Stewed Fish is a must-try delicacy, with delicious meat and rich nutrition.?
Ethnic Cuisine: There are many ethnic restaurants in Burqin County near the scenic area, where you can taste the cuisine of Uyghurs, Kazaks, and other ethnic groups.?
VI. Must-Visit Attractions?
Kanas Lake: The core of the entire scenic area, with emerald-green and clear water surrounded by primitive forests. There is a viewing platform by the lake, where you can overlook the snow-capped mountains and forests.?
Fish Viewing Platform: Overlooking the entire Kanas Lake, you can feel the grandeur of nature.?
Kanas Primitive Forest: Take a stroll in the primitive forest, feel the breath of nature, and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.?
Hemu Village: A typical Tuwa village, retaining traditional wooden houses. Surrounded by vast grasslands and forests, the air is fresh and the scenery is pleasant.?
Baihaba Village: A village with strong ethnic characteristics, featuring ancient wooden houses and beautiful rural scenery, it is a paradise for photographers.?
VII. Precautions?
Weather Changes: The weather in the Kanas area is changeable, with a large temperature difference between morning and evening. Please pay attention to the weather forecast and prepare corresponding clothing.?
Altitude Sickness: Kanas has a high altitude, and some tourists may experience altitude sickness. It is recommended to take anti-altitude sickness medication in advance and rest appropriately.?
Safety Issues: When engaging in outdoor activities, please pay attention to personal safety, do not act alone, and try to travel in groups.?
Environmental Awareness: Please keep the environment clean, do not litter, and protect this beautiful land.?
Frontier Defense Permit: For traveling to Hemu-Kanas, a Frontier Defense Permit is required in Hababa. You can apply for it at your household registration place, Kashgar, or Burqin, or directly at the Kanas scenic area with your ID card.?
VIII. Course Summary?
Kanas is a place full of mystery and natural beauty, with unique charm in every season, whether it’s the blooming flowers in spring, the lush greenery in summer, the golden yellow in autumn, or the snowy whites in winter. I hope the strategies in this lesson can help students better plan their trip to Kanas, making this journey one of the most memorable experiences in their lives.?