Traveling to Ili, you can experience rich natural landscapes and unique ethnic customs. Here are some recommended attractions and activities:?
Nalati Grassland: As one of the four major alpine valley grasslands in the world, Nalati Grassland is famous for its three-dimensional landscapes and rich activities. You can ride horses across the grassland, experience Kazakh homes, and also climb up to the viewing platform on the Aerial Grassland to overlook the breathtaking scenery of snow-capped fir trees intertwined with the grassland.?
Sayram Lake: As the largest alpine lake in Xinjiang, Sayram Lake boasts sapphire-blue water and scenery around it that resembles a fairy tale. You can drive around the lake to encounter the lake and mountains from different angles, or camp by the lake to watch the sunrise and sunset.?
Kalajun Grassland: Certified by the United Nations as a "World Natural Heritage Site", this grassland is famous for its human-shaped curves and rich natural landscapes. From May to June, Huaxiantai transforms into a colorful carpet, while Falcon Viewing Platform offers a panoramic view of the main peak of the Tianshan Mountains.?
Guozigou Bridge: Known as the "Most Beautiful Viaduct in Xinjiang", Guozigou Bridge perfectly blends with the natural scenery of mountains and rivers. Standing on the viewing platform, you can easily capture the full view of the bridge and feel its grandeur.?
Huocheng Lavender Fields: From June to July, the lavender in Huocheng blooms, transforming the area into China’s "Provence". The sea of purple flowers is romantic and charming, making it an excellent spot for photos.?
In addition, Ili boasts numerous attractions worth visiting, such as the Duku Highway, Qiongkushitai Village, Kurdning, Tekes Eight Trigrams City, and Ili River Scenic Area. Each attraction has its unique charm and activities, such as hiking, photography, horse riding, bird watching, etc., making your trip to Ili full of surprises and fun.?
During your travel, please pay attention to protecting the natural environment and respecting local customs and habits to ensure that your trip is both enjoyable and safe.?