There are many places suitable for tourism and photography in southern Xinjiang. Here are some recommended attractions:?
Kashi Old Town: This is an excellent location for capturing the appearance of the old town and its cultural landscapes. The eastern district has a strong commercial atmosphere and is suitable for taking photos, especially the Gaotai Residential Area and the opening ceremony at the East Gate, where there are fewer people and good lighting, making it easy to get high-quality photos. You can also visit the Princess of the Western Regions’ groom selection performance and the century-old teahouse to experience the local unique culture.?
Panlong Ancient Road: For self-driving and photography enthusiasts, Panlong Ancient Road is a must-visit attraction. It has over 600 S-shaped curves, with a twisty road, and every curve offers a new view. It is recommended to visit the Dapanlong and Xiaopanlong viewing platforms to take photos and capture the spectacular highway scenery.?
White Sand Lake: As the pearl of the Pamir Plateau, White Sand Lake attracts many photographers with its clear lake water and picturesque distant mountains. There are many places to take photos by the lake, such as the wetland transition area, where you can capture the layered scenery of wetlands, lawns, distant mountains, and lakes. Shooting in the morning or at dusk, when the light is soft, will make it easier to get good photos.?
Karakul Lake: The lake surface here is like a huge mirror, reflecting the Mushtagh Peak, creating a breathtaking beauty. Taking photos by the lake is highly recommended, and it is suggested to wear bright-colored clothes such as red or yellow. In addition, the deep and dark lake water allows for capturing the reflection of the gleaming iceberg.?
Bandier Blue Lake: The color of the lake water changes with the sunlight, sometimes dark blue, sometimes emerald green. There is a shooting spot on a platform about 200 meters ahead after turning right across the bridge nearby, which is very suitable for aerial photography with drones.?
Oytake Red Valley: Located beside National Highway 314, the weathered canyon walls are a fiery red, with strange and eerie shapes, making it a shocking sight and a great place to capture unique landscapes.?
In addition, southern Xinjiang also has lesser-known attractions such as Toglenxia Village, Tahaman Wetland, Tata Secret Realm International Tourism Resort, and Kunlun Holy Land, all of which have unique natural scenery and cultural landscapes worth visiting.?
. When traveling and taking photos, please remember to respect the local culture and customs, and pay attention to safety.?