The November Xinjiang travel guide mainly includes scenic spot recommendations, weather and clothing advice, accommodation and food recommendations, as well as itinerary planning.
I. Scenic Spot Recommendations
In November, northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, Hemu Village, Tianchi Lake in Mount Tianshan, Sayram Lake, and other places are excellent tourist destinations. Kanas is known as the "God’s Backyard", with the lake freezing over in winter and the surrounding mountains and forests covered in thick snow, resembling a fairy tale world.
Hemu Village is known as the "God’s Private Reserve", appearing even more serene in winter and serving as a paradise for photographers.
Tianchi Lake in Mount Tianshan and Sayram Lake also showcase magnificent scenery in winter, with surrounding snow-capped mountains, pine forests, or grasslands forming a stunning picture scroll.
Southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, Baisha Lake, and other places are also worth visiting. Kashgar Old City allows you to experience Uyghur culture, while Baisha Lake on the Pamir Plateau is a fantastical blue.
II. Weather and Clothing Advice
In November, the temperature in Xinjiang gradually decreases, with an average temperature dropping to around 0℃, and the weather is mostly sunny and dry, with winds gradually increasing.
Therefore, tourists need to wear light outerwear and prepare windproof and cold-resistant clothing, such as windbreakers and down-filled cotton-padded clothes.
At the same time, although the weather is cold, the ultraviolet rays are still strong, so sunscreen measures should be taken.
III. Accommodation and Food Recommendations
In terms of accommodation, large cities such as Urumqi, Korla, and Kashgar have many chain hotels to choose from, with a rich variety. In smaller places, such as Hemu Village, you can choose unique log cabin homestays, where you can see the starry sky at night, providing an excellent experience.
In terms of food, Xinjiang’s large plate chicken, hand-grabbed rice, mutton skewers, etc., are delicious dishes that cannot be missed. In addition, pigeon soup, baked naan, baked buns, and other local specialties are also worth trying.
IV. Itinerary Planning
For the itinerary planning of northern Xinjiang, you can choose the classic route of Urumqi-Tianchi Lake-Fuyun-Burqin-Kanas-Hemu, or make appropriate adjustments according to your interests and time.
The itinerary planning for southern Xinjiang can include visits to Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, Baisha Lake, and other places.
Regardless of which route you choose, it is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance to ensure smooth transportation and set aside enough time to stay at each scenic spot to fully experience the beauty and charm of Xinjiang.
In summary, the November Xinjiang travel guide mainly includes scenic spot recommendations, weather and clothing advice, accommodation and food recommendations, as well as itinerary planning. I hope these suggestions can help tourists better plan their trip to Xinjiang and enjoy an unforgettable travel experience.