The travel guide for northern Xinjiang in April mainly includes viewing apricot blossoms, visiting grasslands and lakes, and featured attractions.
I. Viewing Apricot Blossoms
Best viewing time: From early to mid-April is the best time to appreciate apricot blossoms in northern Xinjiang.
Main viewing spot: Tulugen Apricot Blossom Valley in Xinyuan County, Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture. It is an original wild apricot forest left over from the Middle Ages, covering an area of more than 30,000 mu. When the apricot blossoms are in full bloom, the sight is spectacular.
. In addition,巴尔鲁克 Mountain in Yumin County, Tacheng Prefecture, northern Xinjiang, is also a good place to appreciate wild apricot blossoms.
II. Visiting Grasslands and Lakes
Narati Grassland: After mid-April, the grass on the Narati Grassland begins to turn green, and the scenery is beautiful, earning it the reputation of the "Aerial Grassland".
Sayram Lake: The highest and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang. In early April, Sayram Lake still has blue ice, and the scenery is beyond imagination. As the weather warms up, wildflowers along the lakeside also begin to bloom.
III. Featured Attractions
Colorful Beach: Located in Burqin County, it is famous for its unique Danxia landform. River erosion has formed unique landform landscapes.
Kanas Scenic Area: Known as the "Fairyland on Earth", its scenery in spring is particularly enchanting, with clear blue lakes and surrounded by mountains blooming with wildflowers.
Tian Chi, Mount Tianshan: Located in Fukang City, about 110 kilometers from Urumqi, the Tian Chi lake surface is crescent-shaped, surrounded by snowy mountains, with jade-green water.
In addition, the weather in northern Xinjiang in April ranges from 0°C to 20°C, so it is necessary to bring warm clothing and take sun protection measures when traveling.
. In terms of itinerary arrangement, you can choose to travel off-peak to avoid crowds and enjoy more meticulous service and a more pleasant climate.
The above information is for reference only, and the specific itinerary needs to be adjusted according to personal interests and actual circumstances.