The best travel season for the grasslands of Xinjiang mainly concentrates in spring (March to May) and summer (June to August).?
The grasslands of Xinjiang gradually awaken in spring, with temperatures gradually rising and mountain flowers beginning to bloom. At this time, lavender, rapeseed fields, apricot blossoms, and peach blossoms in Southern Xinjiang are in full bloom, making it an excellent period for flower appreciation. For example, the wild apricot blossoms in Turpan, Shanshan, and other places, as well as the grasslands in the Yili area, will all show great vitality.?
In summer, the grasslands of Xinjiang enter the most beautiful period of the year. At this time, the grasslands are lush and green, fruits and melons are fragrant, wheat is harvested, and livestock are fattened. The grasslands in Northern Xinjiang, such as Kanas and Hemu, have become great destinations for escaping the summer heat. Tourists can enjoy the vast sea of flowers here, such as the lavender in the Yili area that enters its peak bloom in mid-June, forming a beautiful purple sea of flowers. In addition, they can also participate in folklore activities such as the Nadamu Festival and the Tianma Festival.?
Although the grasslands of Xinjiang in autumn (September to October) and winter (November to February of the next year) also have their unique charm, such as the colorful autumn and the snow-covered winter, spring and summer are undoubtedly the best choices for grassland tourism.?