Xinjiang Altay is an important tourist region in Xinjiang, famous for its magnificent natural scenery and rich ethnic culture, with numerous scenic spots worth visiting. Here are the recommended scenic spots for local tourism in Altay:
Koktokay:
A national 5A scenic spot and national geological park located in Koktokay Town, Fuyun County, Altay Prefecture.
The scenic area includes the Karaxian’ger Earthquake Fault Zone, Kokesu, Yileimu Lake, and Irtysh Grand Canyon, etc.
Koktokay is famous for its magnificent canyons, rivers, and birch forests, and autumn is the best season to visit.
Hemu Village:
Known as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in China", it is full of fairy tale charm.
The wooden houses in the village and the distant snow-capped mountains and forests form a stunning panoramic view.
Visitors can stay overnight in the village to experience the most authentic herdsman’s life and climb up to the Hemu observation deck to overlook the entire village.
Kanas Lake:
Known as the "Fairyland on Earth, God’s Garden", it is one of the most famous scenic spots in Altay.
The lake’s color changes due to sunlight refraction and weather conditions, surrounded by dense forests and towering mountains.
It is recommended to visit during summer and autumn, especially in autumn, when Kanas’ colorful forests adorn the entire lake area like a painting.
Baihaba Village:
Located where China borders Kazakhstan, it is one of the northwesternmost villages in China.
The village is nestled against the mountains and beside the water, tranquil and quaint, with especially spectacular birch forests in autumn.
It’s an excellent destination for photography enthusiasts.
Wulungu Lake:
The water play base for Xinjiang people, located in Fuhai County, with a superior geographical location.
It’s very picturesque at sunset in the afternoon, making it a great place for taking photos.
In winter, there is also the Winter Fishing Festival, where you can visit for free and taste fish soup.
Fuhai魔鬼城:
A rare natural landscape formed by wind and water erosion over hundreds of millions of years.
Visitors feel like they can travel back to the distant past of hundreds of millions of years ago, witnessing the full view of魔鬼城 formed by crustal upheavals and water erosion.
Colorful Beach:
The main representative scenic spot of Danxia landform in Altay Prefecture
The scenic area is divided into two parts: the Danxia landform and the Populus euphratica forest. In autumn, the Populus euphratica forest turns golden, creating a breathtaking scene.
In addition, Altay also boasts scenic spots such as Jimunai Grassland Stone City, Hualin Park, and Baisha Lake that are worth visiting.
. Traveling in Altay, you can not only enjoy the magnificent natural scenery but also experience the rich local ethnic culture, making it an unforgettable travel experience.