The best places to visit in Xinjiang in summer include Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Duku Highway, Kanas, Hemucun, Kalajun Grassland, and Xiata, among other attractions.?
Sayram Lake is known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’. The lake water is clear and the bottom visible, and it is breathtakingly beautiful against the backdrop of blue skies and white clouds. Taking a walk or bike ride here in summer is a wonderful experience.?
Nalati Grassland is Xinjiang’s ‘aerial grassland’. The scenery on the grassland is picturesque, with herds of cattle and sheep, perfect for taking photos and experiencing the grandeur and tranquility of nature.?
Duku Highway is known as the ‘Backbone of Tianshan Mountain’. The scenery along the way is ever-changing, from deserts to grasslands to snow-capped mountains, with different landscapes every kilometer. Driving on this highway in summer is simply a delight.?
Kanas is the ultimate scenic spot in northern Xinjiang, encompassing attractions such as Kanas Lake, the Three Bays, and Hemu. Kanas Lake in summer is milky blue, with morning mist swirling around, like a fairyland.?
Hemucun is a small village hidden in the deep mountains. The scenery in summer is breathtakingly beautiful, especially suitable for taking a break to feel the beauty of nature.?
Kalajun Grassland was rated as the most three-dimensional grassland by National Geographic Magazine. In June and July, dozens of wildflowers bloom freely, changing the face of the earth within just a few days.?
Xiata provides a unique experience of viewing the perpetual snow-capped mountains and lush green grasslands up close during the hot July and August, as if the landscapes of two seasons appear in one scene at the same time.?
In addition, many other attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Jiangbulake, Bayinbrook, Wucaitan, and the Devil City are also worth visiting.?
. These attractions, each with its own unique characteristics, together constitute a colorful tourism painting of Xinjiang in summer.?