There are several recommended scenic spots for traveling to southern Xinjiang in late October.?
Lop Nur Village of the Lop People:?
As the location of the last?
Taklamakan Desert:?
China’s largest desert and the world’s second-largest mobile desert, it boasts rich historical and cultural backgrounds.?
The sand grains in the desert are fine and smooth, forming various sand erosion landforms such as castles and pyramids, providing people with infinite imagination.?
Kashgar Old City:?
A living ancient city with a thousand-year history. Wandering through it feels like traveling through time, deeply feeling the weight of history and the accumulation of culture.?
The ancient city boasts simple folk customs and rich cuisine. Every snapshot taken here is filled with story-telling visuals.?
Baisha Lake:?
A shining pearl on the Pamir Plateau, the lake water is clear and surrounded by snow-capped mountains, creating a picturesque scene.?
Half of the lake surface is a stretch of desert, while the other half is azure lake water. The White Sand Mountain is reflected in it, making it hard to distinguish between heaven and earth.?
Panlong Ancient Road:?
Located in the Wachia Township of Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County in Kashgar Prefecture, it spans about 75 kilometers in length (another statement says 36 kilometers) and boasts over 600 bends (another statement says 639 bends).?
The highway winds and spirals up the mountain, with the black road perfectly complementing the earth-colored mountain. Coupled with the distant snow-capped mountains in the background, it forms a magnificent painting.?
Wensu Grand Canyon:?
Located in the Wensu Tianshan Mountains, it is known as the?
The awe-inspiring wonders of nature within the canyon are breathtaking, making it an excellent destination for adventure and photography.?
In addition, scenic spots such as the Huyang Forest in Luntai and the Yarkand Khan Palace in Shache are also worth visiting. During your tour, please take note of wind and sand prevention, stay warm, and respect local customs and national beliefs.?