Autumn tourism in Ili offers a rich variety of natural landscapes and cultural attractions to choose from. Here are some main recommended attractions and activities:?
1. Grassland Scenery: The grasslands in Ili gradually exhibit the texture of an oil painting after the baptism of autumn rain, such as the Nalati Grassland. Autumn is the season when Kazakh herdsmen migrate their livestock. Visitors can encounter herds of cattle and sheep migrating on the way to the mountains and feel the harmony of nature.?
2. Snowy Mountain Wonders: Autumn snowy mountains are equally spectacular, such as the Xiaota Scenic Area in Zhaosu. You can admire the beauty of snowy mountains and glaciers, and even ride a horse to the base of the glacier to experience the awe-inspiring view up close.?
3. Lake Scenery: Sayram Lake is one of the landmark attractions in Ili. In autumn, Sayram Lake is even bluer than the sky, with cattle and sheep grazing leisurely on the grassland by the lake, forming a stunning picture scroll.?
. Additionally, lakes like Yuhu are also worth visiting.?
4. Forest Colors: The secondary forests in Ili present colorful hues in autumn, such as the primitive spruce forest in Kuerdening. The various colors created by snow-capped mountains, grasslands, spruces, and secondary forests are breathtakingly beautiful.?
5. Cultural Attractions: Ili is not only rich in natural landscapes but also has a profound cultural heritage. Visitors can visit historical and cultural attractions such as the Zhonghua Fushou Mountain in Daxigou Town, Huocheng County, to understand the local history and culture.?
6. Special Routes: For autumn tourism in Ili, you can also choose some special routes, such as the classic route of Yining City – Sayram Lake – Guozi Valley – Liuxing Street – Yining City, or the horseback journey in Zhaosu County – Xiata – Tianma Bathing River – Zhaosu County.?
In addition, there are self-driving routes such as the Duku Highway and the Yizhao Highway, with breathtaking scenery along the way, making it a paradise for self-driving enthusiasts.?
. The autumn in Ili is worth visiting for both its natural landscapes and cultural attractions.?
When planning a trip to Ili in autumn, it is advisable to learn about the local weather and transportation conditions in advance and arrange the itinerary reasonably to ensure a pleasant journey.?