If you plan to travel to Xinjiang at the end of November, we recommend visiting the following attractions:?
1. Kanas?
Attraction features: The lake is frozen, with the surrounding mountains covered in snow, resembling a moving landscape painting. You can choose to take a boat tour on the lake or hike along the lake to appreciate the surrounding primitive forests and grasslands. At the same time, you can explore the legend of the ‘water monster’, adding a sense of mystery to your trip.?
2. Tian Chi (Tian Shan Heavenly Lake)?
Attraction features: The lake surface is frozen, surrounded by snowy peaks, resembling an ink-wash landscape painting. Visitors can take a cable car up the mountain to overlook the entire Tian Chi scenic beauty, or hike along the lake to feel the tranquility and beauty of nature.?
3. Sayram Lake?
Attraction features: The lake is frozen, contrasting beautifully with the surrounding snowy mountains and grasslands, forming a unique ice and snow landscape. Especially from January to February, rare blue ice and bubble ice will appear, adding a fantastic aesthetic appeal.?
4. Nalati Grassland?
Attraction features: Covered in silvery white snow, it resembles a serene forest with a Nordic flair, making it a great place to experience winter grassland scenery.?
5. Kashgar Old Town?
Attraction features: This is a well-preserved maze-like city block with Islamic cultural characteristics. Visitors can stroll on the slate streets of the ancient city, visit famous attractions such as the Id Kah Mosque and Xiangfei Tomb, and experience the rich Uyghur cultural atmosphere.?
6. Altay Region?
Attraction features and activities: The Altay region is already picturesque with snow scenery at the end of November, especially places like Jikepulin. With early snowfall, long snow seasons, and excellent snow quality, it is a paradise for skiing enthusiasts. You can enjoy snowball fights, make snowmen here, and even try skiing.?
In addition, attractions such as Turpan’s Flaming Mountain Scenic Area and the World Ghost City are also worth visiting. However, please note that some attractions, such as Grape Valley and Taklamakan Desert, may have poor scenery or be difficult to visit due to climate reasons in winter. It is recommended to choose based on personal interests and actual circumstances.?
When traveling to Xinjiang, please be sure to pay attention to the local weather and traffic conditions, take proper warm clothing, and respect the local customs and cultural traditions. Wish you a pleasant journey!?