Luntai Populus euphratica Forest Travel Guide 
Recommended Travel Days: 3-4 days
Budget: It depends on personal consumption. Accommodation prices range from 100 to 300 yuan, ticket prices are 150 yuan, and intercity bus tickets are 30 yuan.
️ Places to Check In
1️⃣ Populus euphratica Forest Scenic Area: This is the most famous attraction in Luntai County, with the largest, densest, and best-preserved natural Populus euphratica forest in the world. Here, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Populus euphratica forest and visit the Populus euphratica Culture Museum to learn about the history and culture of Populus euphratica.
2️⃣ Tarim River: This is the longest inland river in Xinjiang and the mother river of the Taklamakan Desert, the world’s second-largest desert. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Tarim River and visit the Tarim River Ecological Park to learn about ecological protection and governance.
3️⃣ Desert Highway: This is the highway connecting Luntai and Korla, and it is also the longest desert highway in the world. Here, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of the desert and experience the excitement of desert off-road driving.
Food Recommendations
1️⃣ Roast Whole Lamb: This is one of the traditional dishes of Xinjiang, made with lamb meat as the main ingredient and roasted. It has a delicious taste and is nutritious.
2️⃣ Hand-Grabbed Rice: This is one of the specialty dishes of Xinjiang, made with rice as the main ingredient, paired with various vegetables and meats. It has a fragrant and sticky texture with a delicious taste.
Transportation Recommendations
1️⃣ Plane: Departing from Urumqi, take a flight to Korla Airport and then rent a car to Luntai County.
2️⃣ Train: Departing from Urumqi, take the train to Kuche Railway Station and then rent a car to Luntai County.
3️⃣ Self-driving: Departing from Urumqi, drive along the Lianhuo Expressway, passing through Turpan, Hami, and other places, to reach Luntai County. Along the way, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Xinjiang.
✓ Accommodation Recommendations: Luntai County offers a variety of hotels and inns, ranging from budget to luxury options. You can choose according to your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to stay at hotels and inns near the Populus euphratica Forest Scenic Area to better appreciate the beautiful scenery of the Populus euphratica forest.