It’s great to visit Xinjiang in October. In October, Xinjiang is rich in color gradations, with stunning autumn scenery and a relatively pleasant climate.
. The following are some highlights of traveling to Xinjiang in October:
Kanas: Reputed as ‘one of the most beautiful lakes in China’, Kanas Lake in October has clear water, and the surrounding mountains are adorned with colorful autumn leaves, creating a magnificent scenery. Tourists can take boat tours or hike through primitive forests to feel the charm of nature.
Hemu: A village surrounded by colorful forests, with morning mist and starry skies that are breathtakingly beautiful. The houses here are built from logs, filled with a primitive charm, like a fairy tale world.
Sayram Lake: Known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, it boasts picturesque scenery and is one of the must-see attractions in Xinjiang in October.
Populus euphratica Forest: October is the best time to view the Populus euphratica forests, such as the Urho Populus euphratica Forest, Hulu Island Populus euphratica Forest, and Tarim Populus euphratica Forest. The tens of thousands of acres of golden Populus euphratica forests are breathtakingly beautiful.
Taklimakan Desert: The world’s largest shifting desert. In October, the desert weather is pleasant, and tourists can take camel rides across the desert to experience the excitement and romance of a desert journey. They can also camp at night to admire the starry sky.
In addition, the temperature in Xinjiang in October is moderate, averaging between 5℃ and 15℃.
, except during National Day, there are relatively few tourists and consumption is relatively low, making it a good time to travel.
. Whether you prefer natural scenery or cultural landscapes, Xinjiang in October can meet your needs.