The travel guide for the end of September in Xinjiang mainly includes must-visit attractions, weather conditions, dress code suggestions, and recommended routes.
Must-visit Attractions:
Kanas: Known as the God’s Backyard, the scenery of Kanas at the end of September is breathtakingly beautiful and a paradise for photographers.
Sayram Lake: Known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, the lake water is clear and the surrounding scenery is beautiful, making it suitable for walking along the lake or horseback riding across the grassland.
Colorful Beach and Devil City: Representatives of double Yadan landforms, Colorful Beach is colorful, and Devil City has bizarre formations, both are amazing works of nature.
Hemu: Famous for its wooden cabins and birch forests in the morning light, every snapshot is like an autumn oil painting.
Weather Conditions:
At the end of September, the temperature in Xinjiang is moderate, with an average temperature between 18℃ and 30℃ in Northern Xinjiang, making it suitable for escaping the summer heat; the temperature in Southern Xinjiang is slightly higher, but overall, the weather is cool and pleasant.
Dress Code Suggestions:
Due to the large temperature difference between morning and evening in Xinjiang, it is recommended to bring warm clothing such as windbreakers, leather jackets, and thin sweaters, as well as sunscreen products to cope with the intense sunshine.
Recommended Route:
Northern Xinjiang Loop Route: Urumqi – S21 Desert Highway – Colorful Beach – Burqin – Kanas – Hemu – Devil City – Wuerhe – Sayram Lake – Yining – Nalati Aerial Grassland – Bayinbuluke – Duku Highway – Urumqi. This is a classic autumn tourist route that covers many must-visit attractions in Xinjiang.
In addition, during the trip, you need to pay attention to the safety of personal belongings, respect local customs and habits, and replenish water in time to cope with the dry climate.
. The cuisine of Xinjiang is also an experience not to be missed, with local specialties such as roast whole lamb and hand-seized rice worth trying.