The travel guide for Xinjiang in August mainly includes itinerary planning, must-visit attractions, and precautions.
Itinerary planning:
You can choose Urumqi as your starting point to first adapt to the plateau environment and taste local cuisine such as mutton kebabs and large plates of chicken.
Next, you can head to Tianchi Scenic Area to admire natural scenery such as snow-capped mountains and lakes, and engage in outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.
The Yili region is also not to be missed. You can visit famous attractions such as Sailimu Lake and Nalati Grassland to experience the folk culture and cuisine of Yili.
Must-visit attractions:
Tianshan Tianchi: With magnificent snow-capped mountains and green lakes, it is one of the landmark scenic spots in Xinjiang.
Sailimu Lake: Praised as the "last tear of the Atlantic Ocean", it has a vast lake surface and picturesque scenery.
Nalati Grassland: One of the four major grasslands in the world, it is more beautiful than Switzerland and an excellent place to experience grassland scenery.
Kanas: One of the most beautiful lakes in China, praised as a fairyland on earth and the garden of gods.
Yili River Valley National Forest Park, Kalajun Grassland, etc., are also worth visiting scenic spots, where you can admire luxuriant forests, clear streams, and vast grasslands.
Precautions:
The temperature in Xinjiang in summer ranges from 13℃-32℃, with a large temperature difference between morning and night, so clothing should be prepared accordingly.
The clothing guide mainly includes short-sleeved tops, thin T-shirts, and shirts. A long-sleeved shirt or a light sunscreen shirt can be prepared for the large temperature difference between morning and night. For pants, shorts, thin long skirts, or thin jeans can be chosen. Comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes are suitable for footwear. Sun hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and other sun protection items should also be brought.
For transportation, airplanes, trains, and self-driving are all options, but attention should be paid to driving fatigue when self-driving.
In addition, based on personal interests and time schedules, you can choose to visit other scenic spots such as Huoyan Mountain, Duku Highway, and Yizhao Highway.
. In general, a trip to Xinjiang in August will be an unforgettable journey of natural scenery and cultural customs.