There are numerous niche attractions in Xinjiang tourism, and here are some recommendations:?
Kalajun Grassland: Located in Tekes County, Ili Prefecture, it is known as one of the "rarely seen beautiful alpine grasslands in the world". Here, you can see landscapes such as colorful meadows, Kuokesu Grand Canyon, and Nine-Bend Eighteen-Turn River, as if stepping into the animated world of Hayao Miyazaki. It is recommended to explore by horseback to feel the vastness and freedom of the grassland.?
Qiongkushitai Village: A primitive village hidden in the deep mountains of Tekes County, Ili Prefecture, with snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and wooden houses, presenting a scenery like a fairy tale world. It is recommended to stay here for a night, as you can also see a stunning starry sky at night.?
Xiata Ancient Road: Located in Zhaosu County, Ili Prefecture, it is a paradise for hikers. Here, you can see various natural landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, glaciers, forests, and grasslands all at once. The hiking route is relatively long, so it is recommended to be fully prepared.?
Tuohulasu Grassland: It takes more than an hour to drive from Yining to reach here. With landscapes such as vast grasslands, snow-capped mountains, rivers, cattle and sheep, canyons, and flower seas, it is no less impressive than those expensive ticketed scenic areas. It is recommended to visit before July or August to avoid the peak tourist season.?
Lujiao Bay: Located in Bortonggu Pasture, Shawan City, Tacheng Prefecture, it is one of the best grasslands on the northern foot of the Tianshan Mountains. Surrounded by grasslands, to the south stands the Habiga Mountain with an altitude of over 4,000 meters. Spruce trees on the mountain peaks form a canopy like tents, creating a magnificent scenery.?
Ancient Wusun Road: A 120-kilometer scenic route spanning the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, encompassing various landscapes such as grasslands, dense forests, snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and lakes. Among them, the azure and serene Heavenly Lake has become a symbol of the Ancient Wusun Road.?
In addition, Nanshan Pasture, Bayinamen, Tianshan Stone Forest, Mengkete Ancient Road, and other scenic spots are also niche attractions in Xinjiang, each with its own unique characteristics and worth visiting.?