Xinjiang travel guides mainly include the best travel time, must-visit attractions, and classic routes.?
Best Travel Time:?
Xinjiang is vast, and the best travel times vary in different regions. Overall, the golden period for visiting Xinjiang is from May to October. From May to June, the grasslands in the Yili region are lush and wildflowers bloom in competition, making it an excellent time to appreciate natural scenery; from July to August, temperatures rise throughout Xinjiang, and fruits and melons ripen, which is the peak season for visiting Northern Xinjiang scenic areas such as Kanas and Hemu; from September to October, autumn in Xinjiang is colorful and a paradise for photographers?
Must-Visit Attractions:?
Kanas Scenic Area: Located in the Altay Mountains, it is known as the ‘God’s Backyard’. It has mountains, lakes, forests, and scenery that is picturesque throughout the four seasons, especially in autumn, when the scenery of the Three Bays (Fairy Tale Bay, Moon Bay, and Dragon’s Nest Bay) is absolutely stunning?
Hemu Village: A typical Tuwa village with wooden houses scattered in an orderly manner, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and forests, it is a great place to experience Tuwa culture and natural scenery?
Koktokay: Famous for its geological wonders and natural scenery, it has peculiar rocks and clear rivers, making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts?
Colorful Beach: Famous for its colorful landforms, the rocks display a colorful palette under sunlight, which is very spectacular?
Classic Routes:?
Kanas Loop: 5-7 days, including attractions such as Kanas, Hemu, Koktokay, and the Devil’s City, each place is like a fairyland?
Yili Loop: 6-10 days, covering Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Xiata, and other places, the stunning scenery at the foot of Mount Tianshan is captivating?
Kanas-Yili Loop: 11-13 days, combining the best attractions of Kanas and Yili to experience the most natural scenery of Northern Xinjiang?
Great Southern Xinjiang Loop: 13-17 days, passing through the Pamir Plateau, Kunlun Mountains, Taklamakan Desert, and other places, a perfect fusion of cultural customs and natural landscapes?
In addition, based on personal interests and schedule, you can choose to visit scenic spots with unique features such as Flaming Mountain and Karez Wells in Turpan, or the Old Town and Id Kah Mosque in Kashgar?
. During the trip, be sure to taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine such as noodles with sauce and hand-grabbed rice to experience the unique dining culture of Xinjiang?