The travel guide for Hemu Village in Xinjiang mainly includes information on transportation, attractions, food, and accommodation.?
Transportation:?
Starting from Urumqi, you can first take a plane to Altay City and then transfer to a coach to Burqin County. In Burqin County, you can rent a car or charter a bus to Hemu Village, which takes about 4-5 hours.?
Cars are not allowed into Hemu Village. They need to be parked in the open parking lot at the entrance, and then take the scenic area bus to get there.?
Attractions:?
Surrounded by primitive forests, Hemu Village retains traditional Tuwa wooden houses, making it a paradise for photography and outdoor enthusiasts.?
The main attractions include Hemu River, Hemu Bridge, Viewing Platform, and Tuwa People’s Home Visit, which can be selected for touring according to personal preferences.?
The sunrise viewing platform in Hemu Village offers the best perspective and is an excellent spot for taking photos; the Birch Forest Wooden Boardwalk is also a secret spot for a small group, highly recommended.?
There are multiple attractions around, such as Kanas Lake, Baihaba Village, and Colorful Beach, allowing you to fully experience natural scenery and cultural customs.?
Food:?
Special Hand-Grabbed Meat: Cut beef or mutton into large pieces, seasoned with spices and salt, and grilled until the meat is tender and juicy.?
Earth Pot: The ingredients are particularly fresh, with meat on top and various vegetables below, and the taste is spicy.?
Roasted Buns: Crispy outside and tender inside, with thin skin and thick meat, delicious and inexpensive.?
You can also taste the unique dairy products, roasted meat, milk tea, and other delicacies of the Tuwa people.?
Accommodation:?
The old village is close to the Birch Forest and Hadeng Viewing Platform, with complete supporting facilities and is relatively lively; the new village has newer accommodation facilities, but fewer restaurants, is farther away from attractions, and has a quieter environment.?
Accommodation in Hemu Scenic Area is tight, so it is recommended to book a hotel at least one month in advance.?
In addition, when visiting Hemu Village, you also need to pay attention to details such as carrying enough cash, purchasing insurance, respecting local customs and habits, and protecting the environment.?
The above information is for reference only. The specific itinerary and arrangements need to be decided according to personal preferences and time.?