Yili, with one city and eight counties, is rich in tourism resources. Here are some recommended tourist destinations:?
Yining City:?
Liuxing Street: Full of historical charm, suitable for shooting humanistic scenes.?
Kazanqi Folk Tourism Area: A gathering place for Uyghur traditional handicraft manufacturing, with a strong national cultural atmosphere.?
Yili River Tourist Scenic Area: The beauty of the original ecology. Large areas of wetlands provide a good environment for birds and other wildlife, with different scenery in every season.?
Huocheng County:?
Huanghuang Village Lavender: Immersed in this sea of lavender, it feels like entering Provence.?
Jieyou Princess Lavender Garden: Also famous for lavender, it is a great place for photography and sightseeing.?
Gongliu County:?
Qiaxi and Kuerding: Picturesque scenery, known as ‘the south of the Great Wall outside the pass’.?
Xinyuan County:?
Nalati Grassland: The Kazakh summer pasture with unique terrain and diverse activities, popular among tourists.?
Zhaosu County:?
Xiata and Yizhao Highway: Magnificent natural scenery, as if stepping into the movie scene of ‘Heidi and Grandfather’.?
Zhaosu National Wetland Park (Tianma Bathing River): Features unique wetland landscapes and Tianma culture.?
Tekes County:?
Bagua City and Qiongkushitai: Secluded villages filled with primitive charm.?
Kalajun Scenic Area: Beautiful grassland scenery, a great place for hiking and photography.?
Nilka County:?
Tangbula and Duku Highway: Known as ‘experiencing four seasons in a day and different skies every ten li’, it is one of the must-visit highways in China.?
Tangbula ‘Hundred-Mile Gallery’ Scenic Area: An excellent choice for self-driving tours with picturesque scenery.?
In addition, there is Sayram Lake, a typical alpine lake with clear blue water that is beautiful every season, especially the ice holes and blue ice wonders in winter, which are particularly spectacular.?
As well as the Duku Highway, one of the most beautiful highways in China, with a total length of 561 kilometers and varied scenery. The northern section crosses Hashilegen Daban where you can play with snow in summer, the middle section blooms with flowers, and the southern section features Gobi deserts, providing people with different visual experiences.?
In general, each of the eight counties and one city in Yili has its unique scenery and culture waiting for you to explore and discover. Based on your interests and schedule, choose the attractions that suit you best and embark on a colorful journey to Yili!?