The Kanas self-guided travel guide mainly includes transportation, tickets, accommodation, tour routes, and precautions.?
Transportation:?
Airplane: You can arrive at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport and then transfer to a flight to Kanas Airport, with a flight time of about 1 hour.?
Train: The distance from Kanas Railway Station to the scenic area is far, so it is recommended to choose Burqin Station and then transfer to a coach to Kanas.?
Car: There are direct coaches from Urumqi, Burqin, and other places to Kanas Scenic Area, with a journey time of about 8 hours.?
Tickets:?
The one-entry ticket costs 230 yuan, and the two-entry ticket costs 270 yuan. The two-entry ticket allows re-entry into the scenic area the next day.?
Kanas is actually a large scenic area that includes several smaller attractions such as Hemu Scenic Area and Kanas Lake Scenic Area. These attractions require separate tickets, but there is also a combined ticket available, which can only be purchased if staying at a hotel within the Kanas ticket gate area.?
Accommodation:?
The accommodation facilities inside the scenic area are relatively complete, with Kanas Mountain Villa, Kanas Lake Resort, etc., which can save time on transportation while immersing yourself in beautiful scenery.?
There are also many hotels and homestays around the scenic area to choose from, such as Burqin International Hotel in Burqin County, Kanas Town by Kanas Lake, and the hotel cluster in Jiadenyu.?
Tour routes:?
Classic lake circuit route: Includes attractions such as Kanas Lake area, Fish Viewing Terrace, and Moon Bay, suitable for most tourists and can be basically completed in one day.?
Tuwa cultural experience route: Visit Kanas Tuwa Village to experience the traditional folklore of the Tuwa people.?
Four-day tour itinerary: On the first day, get to know Kanas; on the second day, climb up for a broad view; on the third day, explore Kanas Lake; on the fourth day, visit the homes of the Tuwa people and deeply experience the natural scenery and folk culture of Kanas.?
Precautions:?
The diurnal temperature variation in the Kanas area is large, so bring warm clothing.?
The ultraviolet rays in the scenic area are strong, so sunscreen measures are necessary.?
To visit Baihaba, you need to obtain a border defense certificate, which can be processed at the entrance of the scenic area.?
The scenic area is vast, and even with a guidebook, you may still feel lost. It is recommended to actively ask locals to avoid taking the wrong path.?
In addition, the cuisine in the Kanas area is mainly characterized by Xinjiang’s specialties, such as roasted whole sheep, hand-grabbed rice, baked stuffed buns, and the must-try Kanas Lake stewed fish, as well as ethnic restaurants in Burqin County.?
. During the trip, you can choose suitable routes and attractions according to your personal interests and time, fully experiencing the natural scenery and folk culture of Kanas.?