Early October in Xinjiang is most suitable for tourism in the Altay Region of Northern Xinjiang and some scenic spots in Southern Xinjiang.
In Northern Xinjiang, Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba in the Altay Region are excellent destinations for autumn scenery. In October, these places are like a painter’s palette, with golden birch forests, gradient-colored fir trees, and magnificent Populus Euphratica forests intertwining, creating a breathtaking beauty.
. Kanas Lake has even been rated as one of the top ten most beautiful autumn scenes by Chinese National Geography, with its lake and mountain scenery resembling a fairyland on earth.
. Additionally, although the Yili Grasslands in Northern Xinjiang have gradually turned yellow in October, the scenic beauty of the Altay Region is still worth visiting.
In Southern Xinjiang, early October is also a good time for tourism. Lop Nur Village is a scenic spot that integrates deserts, the Tarim River, Populus Euphratica forests, lakes, entertainment, and folklore, making it highly观赏性 and entertaining.
. In addition, Kashgar Old Town, Tarim River Populus Euphratica Forest, and Wensu Grand Canyon in Southern Xinjiang are also worth visiting destinations.
. As one of the 36 kingdoms of the Western Regions, Kashgar Old Town is a millennium-old city full of vitality. Strolling through the alleys of the old town, you can feel the unique charm of Southern Xinjiang
In summary, early October is the best time to visit places such as the Altay Region in Northern Xinjiang, as well as Lop Nur Village and Kashgar Old Town in Southern Xinjiang, where you can admire stunning autumn scenery and unique regional culture.