The northern Xinjiang offers diverse ways to enjoy, allowing for an in-depth experience combining natural scenery, human landscapes, and outdoor activities.
Firstly, one can visit the famous scenic spots in the northern Xinjiang. For example, the Kanas scenic area is known as the ‘Fairyland on Earth’, with clear lake water and towering mountains, making it a paradise for photographers.
Hemu Village is an original and peaceful village with houses built of logs. The morning mist and sunset are perfect for photography.
The Sayram Lake is famous for its deep blue lake water, known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, with breathtaking scenery around the lake.
Secondly, one can plan a suitable travel route. For example, starting from Urumqi, passing through the S21 Desert Highway, visiting the Colorful Beach, and then heading to Burqin. Next, one can visit Kanas, Hemu Village, and other places to feel the grandeur and tranquility of nature. After that, one can also go to the魔鬼城(Urho Devil’s City) in Urho and the Sayram Lake to experience different natural scenery and human landscapes.
In addition, there are also abundant outdoor activities to participate in the northern Xinjiang. For example, one can hike the Three Bays (Wolong Bay, Moon Bay, and Shenxian Bay) in Kanas to feel the beauty of Kanas up close. In Hemu Village, one can watch the sunrise and morning mist, and experience the primitive village life of the Tuvas. For adventurous tourists, they can also go to the Zhaosu scenic area for beginner hiking, gazing at the Muzart Glacier from afar.
In summary, there are various ways to enjoy the northern Xinjiang, whether it is to appreciate the natural scenery, feel the human landscape, or participate in outdoor activities, one can find a suitable way of tourism.