When traveling to Xinjiang in March, there are multiple suitable destinations to choose from. Here are some recommendations:?
Turpan Basin: From late March to mid-April each year, when the flowers in the regions south of the Yangtze River are nearly over, the apricot blossoms in Xinjiang are just beginning to bloom. As the first place in Xinjiang to welcome spring with blooming flowers, the Turpan Basin is known as ‘The First Spring of Xinjiang’, and together with the apricot blossoms in the Ili Valley and Pamir Plateau, they constitute the most ‘fortunate’ spring scenery in the country.?
Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture:?
Sayram Lake: The ice begins to melt in March, and the wildflowers along the lakeside slowly bloom, creating a breathtaking landscape.?
Nalati Grassland: The best season for flower appreciation is from March to May. After the initial snow melts, wild lilies bloom atop the ice, creating a picturesque scene.?
In addition, Nalati also has ice-top flowers with the initial melting snow, as beautiful as a poem or painting.?
Kazhanqi Folk Culture Area: You can experience the authentic customs of the Uyghur people.?
Guozigou Bridge: As a landmark building in the Ili region, it complements the beauty of Guozigou Valley.?
Pamir Plateau: Ten thousand acres of primitive apricot forests bloom in March, and the flowers here are truly breathtaking, making it a great place for flower appreciation.?
Other recommended attractions:?
Dushanzi Grand Canyon: Located on the north side of the Tianshan Mountains, the melting snow from the mountains flows through here, creating a spectacular and impactful landscape.?
Kumtag Desert: As magnificent as described by the poem ‘Desolate desert with a solitary column of smoke rising straight into the sky, the setting sun casting a round shadow over the long river’.?
Baisha Lake: With snow-capped mountains on one side and sand dunes on the other, the scenery is unique and is a paradise for photography enthusiasts.?
Kashgar Old Town: You can feel the unique charm of the ancient city in the Western Regions, as if traveling through time back to ancient times.?
In summary, when traveling to Xinjiang in March, you can choose to admire flowers in the Turpan Basin, or visit the Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture to enjoy the scenic beauty of Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and other attractions, or go to the Pamir Plateau to view the apricot blossoms covering ten thousand acres. In addition, Dushanzi Grand Canyon, Kumtag Desert, Baisha Lake, and Kashgar Old Town are also worth visiting.?