Recommended tourism and photography routes in Northern Xinjiang are as follows:?
Kanas Loop: This is a very classic tourism and photography route in Northern Xinjiang, usually taking 5-7 days. You can visit Kanas, Hemu Village, Koktokay, Devil’s City, and other attractions. Each location is an excellent spot for photography. The emerald-green lake, towering snowy mountains, and dense forests of Kanas Lake, as well as the morning light and curling smoke of Hemu Village, will allow your camera to capture countless beautiful moments.?
Specific itinerary arrangements can refer to:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi and head to Koktokay, visiting Tianshan Tianchi Lake.?
Day 2: Depart from Koktokay and head to Burqin, visiting Koktokay and Mine No. 3.?
Day 3: Depart from Burqin and head to Kanas, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of Kanas.?
Day 4: Depart from Kanas and head to Hemu Village to visit the Hemu Highway and the Tuwa Tribe.?
Subsequent arrangements can include visits to Colorful Beach, Burqin Food Street, Urho Devil’s City, and other attractions.?
Grand Northern Xinjiang Loop: If you want to experience the scenery of Northern Xinjiang more comprehensively, you can choose the 13-17-day Grand Northern Xinjiang Loop. This route not only covers the Kanas Loop but also takes you to visit desert Gobi, snowy mountains, grasslands, and more diverse natural landscapes. You can self-drive around Northern Xinjiang and freely capture the magnificent scenery of nature.?
Specific highlights of the itinerary may include:?
Urumqi, Colorful Beach, Burqin, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Urho Devil’s City, Kuitun, Sayram Lake, Qingshuihe, Lavender Manor, Qiongkushitai, Tekes, Nalati, Tangbula Grassland, Northern Section of the Duku Highway, Dushanzi Grand Canyon, etc.?
In addition, the Echo of the Silk Road is also a recommended route. You can visit the Old Town of Kashgar, Id Kah Mosque, and feel the richness of history; you can also head to the Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, and capture the beautiful scenery of lakes and mountains; the Hongqilafu Port and Dawakun Desert are also unmissable photography spots.?
No matter which route you choose, the natural scenery and cultural landscapes of Northern Xinjiang will fill your photography journey with surprises and rewards. Remember to bring enough photography equipment and cold-weather clothing, as the weather in Northern Xinjiang is unpredictable and you need to be prepared for various weather conditions.?