The best time to visit Yili is from May to August.?
During this period, the natural scenery in Yili is particularly captivating. From mid-to-late May to June, flowers on the grasslands begin to bloom in competition, including wildflowers and lavender covering the mountains. The scenery is dazzling, as if one is immersed in a sea of flowers.?
Meanwhile, the weather gradually stabilizes with more sunny days, making it suitable for outings.?
By July and August, Yili enters the peak tourist season with pleasant weather, which is ideal for outdoor activities. At this time, herds of cattle and sheep graze on the grasslands, and the aroma of melons and fruits begins to waft through the air, providing tourists with a rich natural and culinary experience.?
Although the autumn scenery in Yili from September to October is also worth seeing, and the winter snowscape from November to March of the next year has a unique charm, in comparison, Yili from May to August is more vibrant and colorful, making it the preferred travel time for most tourists.?