Yili tourism offers abundant natural landscapes and cultural customs, mainly including the following attractions:
Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Karajun Grassland, Xiata Tourist Area, Qiongkushitai Village, Guozigou Bridge, Huocheng Lavender Field, Kurdining, Tekes Bagua City, Yili River Scenic Area, etc.
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Below are detailed introductions to some attractions:
Sayram Lake: As a core attraction on the Yili loop route, the lake’s water changes colors from blue to green with the light. In June, golden lotus flowers bloom by the lake, and in winter, the ice-pushing spectacle is breathtaking. Cycling around the lake and stargazing camping are particularly recommended
Nalati Grassland: One of the world’s four alpine valley grasslands, famous for its three-dimensional grassland landscape. In summer, wildflowers cover the mountains, and in winter, it is dressed in snow, offering experiences such as horseback riding and visiting Kazakh homes
Karajun Grassland: A UNESCO-certified World Natural Heritage site famous for its human-shaped grassland curves. Flowers bloom in May and June, and from Eagle Hunting Platform, you can overlook the main peak of the Tianshan Mountains. The Crocodile Bay in Koksu Grand Canyon is a geological wonder
Xiata Tourist Area: A steep gorge passed by Xuanzang on his pilgrimage, integrating glaciers, hot springs, and ancient roads. Take the shuttle bus through the spruce corridor and hike to the foot of the Muzart Glacier to feel the vicissitudes of the millennium-old ancient road
Qiongkushitai Village: A primitive village hidden deep in the Tianshan Mountains, with wooden houses scattered like a fairy tale world. The back mountain grasslands, the starting point of the Wusun Ancient Road, and the库尔代 River Forest Trail constitute a hidden paradise, suitable for in-depth hiking and photography
Guozigou Bridge: The most beautiful viaduct in Xinjiang, resembling a giant dragon coiled in the valley. The observation deck offers stunning views of the bridge and snow-capped mountains framed together, with varying scenery throughout the seasons
In addition, Kurdining is a gene pool for snow岭 fir and the most biodiverse region in the West Tianshan Mountains; Tekes Bagua City is the world’s largest ancient city with a bagua layout, a mysterious city without traffic lights; Yili River Scenic Area showcases the lively ecological beauty of a Central Asian river
Yili boasts diverse tourism resources, with both natural scenery and cultural landscapes worth visiting. When planning a trip, you can choose suitable attractions based on your interests and time.