October is the golden period for traveling to Xinjiang, especially for enjoying autumn scenery. Here are some recommendations and suggestions for traveling to Xinjiang in October:
I. Recommended Attractions
Northern Xinjiang Altay Region: Places such as Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba are excellent destinations for autumn scenery, praised as the ceiling of autumn scenery. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful, as if God overturned a palette.
Kanas: Known as the "God’s Backyard", it boasts four wonders: lake monsters, sea of clouds and Buddha’s light, color-changing lake, and deadwood causeway.
Hemu: A village surrounded by colorful forests with houses built from logs, full of primitive charm. The morning fog and starry sky are breathtakingly beautiful.
Southern Xinjiang Populus euphratica Forest: The Populus euphratica forests in Southern Xinjiang turn fully golden from mid-October to early November, entering their most beautiful viewing period, such as at Tarim Populus euphratica Forest Park and Urho Populus euphratica Forest.
Tarim Populus euphratica Forest Park: The oldest, largest, best-preserved, and most primitive Populus euphratica forest reserve in the world.
Other Recommended Attractions:
Lop Nur Village: It integrates desert, Tarim River, Populus euphratica forest, lakes, entertainment, and folk customs, making it highly观赏性 and entertaining.
Wensu Grand Canyon:丹霞 landforms of the Tianshan Mountains, known as the City of Ten Thousand Mountains and the King of Canyons.
Colorful Beach: Typical colored hill landforms formed by wind erosion and water erosion, echoing the valley scenery on the south shore.
II. Travel Suggestions
Climate and Clothing: The climate in Xinjiang in October is pleasant, but there is a large temperature difference between day and night, especially in the Altay region where temperatures range from 1°C to 12°C. It is recommended to wear warm clothing such as lined jackets, windbreakers, blazers, thin sweaters, cotton-padded clothes, or winter coats.
Itinerary Planning: Attractions in Xinjiang are scattered. It is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance to avoid pitfalls. You can choose the Northern Xinjiang autumn appreciation route or the Southern Xinjiang Populus euphratica forest special route based on personal interests and schedule.
Accommodation Reservation: Popular attractions such as Kanas and Hemu will limit the number of visitors during peak travel seasons. It is recommended to book accommodation at least a week in advance.
Precautions:
Bring a vacuum flask and drink hot water to avoid diarrhea caused by drinking cold water.
Restrooms in Xinjiang are not easy to find, and the conditions of restrooms in many places are poor. It is recommended to prepare in advance.
If your itinerary includes remote areas such as the Duku Highway, it is recommended to bring rain gear and toiletries that are convenient to use.
In summary, traveling to Xinjiang in October allows you to enjoy stunning autumn scenery, but adequate preparation and planning are also necessary. I hope the above suggestions can help with your trip to Xinjiang.
