Visiting Yili in Xinjiang in mid-August allows you to enjoy unique natural scenery and rich cultural landscapes.?
Natural Scenery:?
Kalajun Grassland is the largest grassland in Xinjiang. In mid-August, it is the season when the grassland is lush and flowers are in full bloom. Here, you can enjoy the vast grassland, clear rivers, and the beautiful scenery of herds of cattle and sheep, feeling the vastness and magnificence of the grassland.?
Nalati Grassland, known as "China’s Most Beautiful Aerial Grassland", may start to turn yellow in mid-August, but it is still spectacular. You can also experience the life of herdsmen here. Meadows intertwine with forests, snow-capped peaks are connected to streams, as if entering a fairy tale world.?
Yili River Valley National Forest Park is a natural oxygen bar. In mid-August, the trees on both sides of the valley are lush and green, reflecting the clear river water, forming a beautiful picture scroll. You can go hiking, observe wildlife, and feel the magical charm of nature.?
In addition, places like Xiata, Qiongkushitai, and Tangbula are also worth visiting. At the end of August, Xiata still offers views of snow-capped mountains and grasslands; Qiongkushitai remains lush and green; Tangbula’s grass is still very green, and the scenery is breathtakingly beautiful. Moreover, it is open for free. Fairy Lake and Mengkete Ancient Road are both worth a visit.?
Cultural Landscapes:?
Yili Kazak Folk Culture Tourism Area is a great place to understand the folk culture of Yili. Here, you can enjoy traditional Kazak songs and dances, taste delicious food, experience folk activities, and feel the rich ethnic flavor.?
Huocheng Port witnesses the exchange and fusion of Chinese and Western cultures. You can learn about the border trade history of Yili and feel the collision and integration of different cultures.?
Yili Museum is an important place to understand the history and culture of Yili. Through the museum’s displays, you can gain a deeper understanding of Yili’s historical evolution, folk customs, cultural art, and other information.?
During your trip, you can also take a stroll along the Duku Highway, which is praised as one of the most beautiful highways in China. With pleasant weather in August and scenic views of the four seasons accompanying you throughout the journey, you can enjoy diversified landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, forests, as well as Yadan and Danxia landforms on this highway.?
Generally speaking, visiting Yili in Xinjiang in mid-August is a great choice. Whether it’s natural scenery or cultural landscapes, you will have a fulfilling travel experience.?