There are many tourist attractions near Yili that are worth visiting. Here are some recommended places to travel:?
1. Nalati Grassland: Located in Xinyuan County, Ili, Xinjiang, it is known as the ‘Green Island of Tianshan’ and ‘Green Homeland’. Here, the grass is lush, dotted with wildflowers, and snow-capped mountains stand in the distance, forming a beautiful picture scroll. Tourists can experience the nomadic life of the Kazakhs here and admire the magnificent scenery of the grassland.?
Kalajun Grassland: As a must-visit attraction in Tekes, it is a typical alpine meadow with five-flowered grasslands. It has abundant precipitation, a cool climate, fertile soil, and extensive grassland area with lush vegetation. Tourists can feel the magnificent work of nature here and appreciate the vastness and grandeur of the grassland.?
Sayram Lake: Located in the western section of the Tianshan Mountains in Yili, about 160 kilometers from Yili City, it is known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’. The lake water is azure and clear, like a dream, making it a paradise for photographers.?
Qiaxi Scenic Area: Located in the mountainous southeast of Gongliu County, Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, it is a national forest park and a summer resort, recuperation spot, and grassland folklore tourist attraction. The scenic area is backed by snow-capped mountains, surrounded by mountains, adorned with ancient trees, and encircled by clear water, earning it the reputation of ‘The Jiangnan (south of the Yangtze River) Beyond the Great Wall is in Yili, and the most beautiful place in Yili is Qiaxi’.?
Xiata Scenic Area: Located in the Xiata Kirgiz Ethnic Township, Zhaosu County, at the northern foot of the towering Tianshan Mountains, it is an ancient cultural scenic route composed of mountain passes, ancient trails, ancient ruins, and natural landscapes. Tourists can feel the profoundness of history and the mystery of nature here.?
Kuerdining Nature Reserve: Renowned for its rich biodiversity and beautiful natural scenery, it is an important ecotourism destination within Yili Prefecture. Tourists can get close to nature here and explore the secrets of ecology.?
In addition, attractions such as the Duku Highway, Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery, Apricot Blossom Valley, and Tekes Eight Trigrams City are also worth visiting. These attractions each have their own unique characteristics, some focusing on natural scenery, while others integrate human history with natural landscapes, providing tourists with a diverse and colorful travel experience.?