There are many suitable travel destinations in Xinjiang in April. It is recommended to visit Yili for apricot blossoms, Sayram Lake, Qiongkushitai, Nalati Grassland, Kuerdining, and Turpan.?
Yili Apricot Blossoms: In early April, the apricot blossoms in Tulgen, Yili, are stunningly beautiful, with a blooming period of only about ten days. It is one of the best places for photography in Xinjiang during spring. With green grasslands and valleys as the background, and sunlight hitting the hillsides at sunrise and sunset, the interplay of light and shadow, pink and green, adds a more dreamy atmosphere.?
Sayram Lake: In early April, Sayram Lake still has blue ice, which is unexpectedly beautiful. The lake water is clear and blue, backed by snowy mountains, with vast grasslands along the lakeside. It is known as?
Qiongkushitai: This is a treasure-like Kazakh village that has not been overly developed. You can see natural landscapes such as forests, lakes, grasslands, and snowy mountains. If you stay in Qiongkushitai, the scenery is very beautiful when the sunlight shines in obliquely in the evening and early morning.?
Nalati Grassland: The aerial grassland is green like a lawn, with wildflowers blooming and a pleasant climate. Valleys, peaks, deep gorges, and forests complement each other, making it one of the famous grassland attractions in Xinjiang.?
Kuerdining: Kuerdining is a scenic spot belonging to May, but the grasslands start to turn green in mid-April. There are natural landscapes such as small forests, grasslands, snowy mountain secrets, etc., which can be explored by horseback riding or hiking.?
Turpan: In April and May, Turpan is not too hot and quite comfortable. You can visit the oldest existing Uyghur village to feel the enthusiasm of the locals. At this time, Flame Mountain is not as super hot as in summer, and Grape Valley is cool and refreshing. You can also go to the Kumtag Desert, the closest desert to the city, to watch the sunset and try sandboarding.?
In addition, places like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas (although some activities may be inconvenient at this time, the scenery is still beautiful), Kashgar, and other destinations are also worth visiting.?
. The ultraviolet rays in Xinjiang are strong, so be sure to take sunscreen measures during travel, such as wearing sunglasses, hats, etc.?