The travel guide for Xinjiang in February mainly includes activities such as skiing, enjoying scenery, and experiencing local culture.
In February, many places in Xinjiang are still in the snow season, providing excellent skiing experiences for skiing enthusiasts. For example, in the Altay region, you can enjoy the fun of ice and snow sports, with skiers soaring and flipping through the snow.
In addition,吉克普林 Ski Resort is also a great place for skiing, with good snow quality and no wind in winter, which is very suitable for skiing.
Besides skiing, there are many other worth-visiting attractions in Xinjiang in February. Kanas Lake presents a different beauty in winter, with the lake surface frozen and crystal clear. The entire scenic area is quiet, featuring landscapes such as rime, birch forests, and ice lakes, making people feel like they are in a winter fairy tale world.
Meanwhile, Hemu Village is also a must-see attraction. You can make snowmen, play snowball fights in the village, or climb up to the observation deck to enjoy a panoramic view of Hemu Village and feel the atmosphere of winter.
In terms of clothing, due to the large temperature difference between morning and night in Xinjiang in February, it is recommended to bring warm clothing such as thick down jackets, sweaters, and thermal pants, as well as a lightweight coat for daytime wear. Shoes should be comfortable and non-slip for walking in scenic areas. In addition, Xinjiang has a dry climate and strong ultraviolet rays, so high-SPF sunscreen, moisturizing masks, lip balm, sun hats, sun-protective clothing, and other sunscreen and moisturizing products should also be prepared adequately.
In addition, there are some preparations you need to pay attention to before traveling. Be sure to carry your ID card, which is essential for travel. If you plan to visit border areas, such as Tashkurgan County, you need to apply for a border pass in advance. At the same time, prepare some common medicines to prevent discomfort, such as cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness pills, fever reducers, etc. A high-capacity power bank and a camera are also essential to record the beautiful scenery of Xinjiang.
In terms of experiencing local culture, you can visit the Dabazha Pedestrian Street in Urumqi, where you can find special handicrafts, clothing and hats, and delicious food. There are also Afantie sculptures everywhere, adding a lot of fun. In the Old Town of Kashgar, you can wander through the labyrinthine ancient streets, take a set of cool ethnic-style photos, learn to greet with “Yakexi”, and watch camel patrols and flower car performances, fully feeling the cultural scenery of southern Xinjiang.
In general, the travel guide for Xinjiang in February mainly includes activities such as skiing, enjoying scenery, and experiencing local culture. Whether you are a skiing enthusiast or a photography lover, you can find your own fun in Xinjiang.