The Kanas River is the main tributary of the Burqin River, with its upstream being Kanas Lake. Below is a travel guide for the Kanas River:?
Introduction to Kanas River and Surrounding Attractions?
Kanas Lake:?
Location: It is located in the north of Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.?
Characteristics: With a lake surface at an altitude of 1,374 meters and an area of 45.73 square kilometers, it is an alpine lake and inland freshwater lake. The Kanas Lake scenic area is composed of exotic natural landscapes such as mountains, rivers, forests, lakes, and grasslands, as well as historical and cultural relics and the unique folk customs of the Mongolian Tuwa people. It features main attractions such as Camel Hump Bay, Color-Changing Lake, Wolong Bay, and Fish Viewing Terrace, and is praised as the ‘Fairyland on Earth, God’s Garden’.?
Marvels: Including the kilometer-long deadwood causeway, giant ‘water monsters’ in the lake (possibly bighead carp), Kanas cloud sea and Buddha’s light, etc.?
Burqin River?
The section of Kanas River flowing into Burqin County is called Burqin River, which ultimately converges into the Irtysh River.?
Irtysh River?
Characteristics: The largest tributary of the Irtysh River, known as the ‘Silver Water’. An international river flowing through China, Kazakhstan, and Russia.?
Hemu Grassland?
Location: Located in the graben basin among mountains at the confluence of Kanas River and Hemu River in Burqin County.?
Characteristics: Complex terrain and charming scenery, showcasing vast grassland scenery.?
Colorful Beach?
Location: Located in Yegezituobei Township, about 24 kilometers northwest of Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.?
Characteristics: Composed of red, earthy red, light yellow, and light green sandstone, mudstone, and conglomerate, the rocks have various colors and are one of the most beautiful yardang landforms in Xinjiang.?
Recommended Travel Itinerary?
Winter Fairy Tale Kanas Trip?
Recommended Itinerary: Depart from Urumqi – Arrive in Burqin – Visit Kanas Bridge (stay in Burqin) – Go to Kanas – Visit the Three Bays – Play at Kanas Lake (stay in Kanas) – Go to Hemu Village – Visit Hemu Village and Birch Forest – Participate in a bonfire party (stay in Hemu Village) – Go skiing at Hemu Jikepulin International Ski Resort – Return to Burqin – Visit Sino-Russian Old Dock Folk Street and taste local cuisine – Return to Urumqi from Burqin.?
Spring and Summer Exploration at Kanas: A journey to explore the mysteries?
Recommended Itinerary: Urumqi – Burqin – Sino-Russian Old Dock Folk Street (stay in Burqin) – Depart from Burqin – Jiadenyu – Hike the Three Bays – Fish Viewing Tower – Kanas Lake Cruise – Hanas Village (stay in Hanas Village).?
Autumn Viewing at Kanas: A trip to admire the scenery?
Recommended Itinerary: Depart from Urumqi – Arrive in Burqin – Visit the sunset at Colorful Beach (stay in Burqin) – Burqin – Hemu Village – Enjoy the sunset (stay in Hemu) – Hemu – Hadeng Viewing Platform – Cloud Peak Gondola – Kanas (stay in Kanas) – Kanas – Fish Viewing Tower – Kanas Lake – Three Bays – Baihaba Village (stay in Baihaba) – Baihaba – View the village scenery – Yegende Grassland – Return trip.?
Precautions?
Transportation: From Urumqi, you can choose to take a plane, train, or drive to Kanas Scenic Area.?
Accommodation: Hotels by Kanas Lake, hotels in Burqin County, wooden house villas, yurts, etc. are all good choices.?
Food: Delicacies that must not be missed include meat wrapped in stomach, crispy beef pie, Baorsak, Dongxiang hand-grabbed meat, trotter soup, sand-cooked coffee, Xinjiang-style sliced cake, etc.?
Equipment: It is recommended to bring anti-slip shoes or snow boots, extra clothing, sunscreen, moisturizing lotion, a vacuum flask, etc.?
Safety and Environment: Please abide by the regulations of the scenic area, keep the environment clean, and respect local customs and traditions.?
I hope this guide can help you plan an unforgettable trip to Kanas River. Wish you a pleasant journey!?