Habahe County in Xinjiang has numerous tourist attractions worth visiting, mainly including:
Baihua Forest Scenic Area, Baihaba Village, Rainbow Bulak, Sal布拉克 Town, Shuanghu Lake, Akqi National Wetland Park, Keledie Energy Scenic Area, and Ashele Mining Scenic Area, etc.
Below are detailed introductions to some of the scenic spots:
Baihua Forest Scenic Area: A national 4A scenic spot located 4 kilometers west of Habahe County Town, it is known as ‘China’s First Birch Forest’. This birch forest is the largest naturally grown birch forest belt in the northwest, and is of great ornamental value. The birch trees are tall and straight, with trunks as white as jade, contrasting beautifully with the golden fallen leaves to form a captivating autumn scene.
Baihaba Village: Located in Tiereketi Township, Habahe County, it is known as the ‘First Village of the Northwest’. From a distance, you can see that most of the houses in the village are characteristic pointed-roof cabins, with lush vegetation on both sides of the road, filling the air with a sense of ease and tranquility. The entire village resembles a landscape painting of harmonious coexistence between man and nature.
Rainbow Bulak: A fantastical location for taking pictures, where you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and iconic attractions such as the Batai Tree, making it perfect for taking photos to remember the moment.
Sal布拉克 Town: The name means ‘golden stream’. Here, you can find original ancestral rock paintings and outdoor inscriptions carved into huge rocks, as well as rock formations formed by layers of magma cooling over millions of years and the Keketohai Wetland, a gathering place for migratory birds, allowing you to experience primitive customs.
In addition, Shuanghu Lake is known as the "Eye of the North". Standing on the mountain peak and gazing afar, you can see the glaciers of the Altai Mountains shining brightly in the sunshine; the Akqi National Wetland Park boasts rich wildlife and plant resources; the Keledie Energy Scenic Area has beautiful natural scenery and a pleasant climate, making it a natural summer resort; and the Ashele Mining Scenic Area showcases the harmonious coexistence of artificial greening and the natural environment.
These scenic spots each have their own unique characteristics, and are worth visiting for both their natural scenery and cultural landscapes.