The travel guide for Yili Gongliu County mainly includes the Kuerdining Scenic Area, exploring county culture, and visiting surrounding attractions.?
Kuerdining Scenic Area:?
Kuerdining is a highlight of Gongliu County, featuring a large area of spruce forest. It is the highest and largest primitive spruce forest area in the Tianshan Mountains of Xinjiang.?
Tourists can take a walk along the wooden plank road here, admiring the tall and verdant spruce forest and feeling the tranquility and harmony of nature.?
There are also natural landscapes such as grasslands and snow-capped mountains within the scenic area, forming a stunning natural painting.?
From early to mid-May each year, the wild apple blossoms here bloom, with dreamlike white flowers adorning the entire valley.?
Exploring county culture:?
There are many cultural relics in Gongliu County worth exploring, such as the Gongliu County Museum, where you can learn about the historical changes and cultural heritage of the area.?
The streets and alleys of the county town are also filled with the daily lives and simple customs of the locals, worth strolling around to experience.?
Visiting surrounding attractions:?
Qiaxi Forest Park and Wild Walnut Valley are two recommended attractions near Kuerdining. They offer experiences of the vastness and tranquility of the forest and the uniqueness and beauty of the walnut grove, respectively.?
Qiaxi – the Tarim Grand Loop is also known as the most beautiful place in Yili, with shaded trees and rivers of various shapes, making it worth a visit.?
In addition, regarding accommodation and cuisine:?
Tourists can choose to stay at homestays or hotels near the Kuerdining Scenic Area and taste local specialty foods such as mutton kebabs and big plate chicken.?
There are more food options in Gongliu County with high cost-effectiveness, and transportation is convenient. It is also closer to the next attraction, ‘Nalati’.?
Travel tips: It is recommended that tourists wear pure white or western cowboy-style clothing for better photos. Meanwhile, even in summer, bring enough warm clothing and sunscreen products.?
. During the trip, remember to bring enough food and water with you.?