Traveling from Sichuan to Xinjiang is a magnificent journey spanning thousands of miles. You can choose to self-drive or take transportation such as airplanes, appreciating diverse natural scenery and rich ethnic cultures along the way.?
Departing from Sichuan, if you choose to self-drive, you can head west along the Lianhuo Expressway, passing through Gansu and other places, and ultimately arrive in Xinjiang. Along the way, you can appreciate the magnificent scenery of the Gobi Desert and the majestic mountains such as the Tianshan Mountains. The advantage of self-driving is that you can stop anytime to enjoy the scenery along the way, but you need to make internal transportation plans in advance.?
Besides self-driving, taking an airplane is also a quick option to get to Xinjiang. Departing from major cities in Sichuan such as Chengdu or Luzhou, there are multiple flights to Urumqi with flight durations ranging from a few hours. After arriving in Urumqi, you can visit urban attractions such as Hongshan Park and Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, and taste local specialty foods such as mutton kebabs and big plate chicken.?
In Xinjiang, there are many famous tourist attractions worth visiting. For example, Tianshan Tianchi is famous for its clear lake water surrounded by mountains; Sayram Lake is Xinjiang’s highest and largest alpine lake with clear lake water and pleasant scenery; in addition, there are beautiful natural landscapes such as Kanas Lake, Yili Grassland, and Hemu Village, as well as historical and cultural attractions such as Jiaohe Ancient City and Flaming Mountain in Turpan.?
During the trip, you can also experience Xinjiang’s rich ethnic cultures. Xinjiang is a multi-ethnic region where different ethnic groups have different customs and traditions. During your visit, you can taste the cuisines of various ethnic groups, enjoy ethnic dance and song performances, and feel the strong ethnic atmosphere.?
In summary, traveling from Sichuan to Xinjiang is an unforgettable journey. Whether you choose to self-drive or take transportation such as airplanes, you can appreciate diverse natural scenery and rich ethnic cultures. During the trip, please respect local customs and traditions, abide by scenic area regulations, and jointly maintain beautiful natural landscapes and cultural environments.?