The autumn travel guide for Kanas mainly includes the best viewing time, must-visit attractions, and itinerary planning.?
Best Viewing Time:?
Autumn in Kanas is a paradise for photographers, with the forests dyed in layers of colorful leaves. Based on past experience, yellow leaves start to appear in early September, and most leaves change color in mid-to-late September, entering the best viewing period. If the weather remains stable, this state will last until after National Day.?
Must-Visit Attractions:?
Kanas Scenic Area: Known as ‘The God’s Backyard’, it boasts mountains, lakes, and forests that are picturesque throughout the seasons, especially in autumn. The Three Bays (Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay) offer superb scenery. By climbing up to the Fish Viewing Platform, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Kanas Lake.?
Hemu Village: Renowned for its traditional Tuwa houses and magnificent autumn scenery. Visitors can experience the cultural customs of the Tuwa people here and taste authentic Tuwa cuisine, such as roasted mutton, cheese, and yogurt.?
Baihaba Village: A typical Tuwa village located within the Kanas Scenic Area. Tourists can learn about the history and culture of the Tuwa people here and enjoy the tranquil rural scenery.?
Itinerary Planning:?
Day 1: Arrange to depart from Urumqi and travel to Burqin County by plane or coach. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel first and take a short rest. In the afternoon, you can visit the Burqin Night Market to taste local specialties and stroll around Burqin County in the evening.?
Day 2: Depart from Burqin and drive to Hemu Village, enjoying the beautiful autumn scenery along the way. Upon arrival, visit the traditional Tuwa houses and familiarize yourself with their living customs. In the afternoon, you can choose to hike or ride a horse through the birch forest to admire the magnificent autumn scenery. At dusk, climb up to the viewing platform to overlook the entire Hemu Village.?
Day 3: In the early morning, watch the sunrise in Hemu Village, and then drive to Kanas Lake Scenic Area to visit major attractions such as Wolong Bay and Moon Bay. After that, take a shuttle bus to the Fish Viewing Platform to overlook the entire Kanas Lake. In the afternoon, you can head to Baihaba Village to visit the traditional Tuwa village and understand its local culture and history.?
The above guide is for reference only, and the specific itinerary needs to be adjusted according to personal time and interests. During the trip, please pay attention to protecting the environment and respecting local customs and traditions.?