The best time to travel to southern Xinjiang is from March to November, with different landscapes and activities in different months.
From March to May is spring, which is the flowering season in southern Xinjiang. Various flowers such as rapeseed flowers, apricot flowers, cherry blossoms, and magnolias bloom competitively. Especially the apricot flowers at Kuche王府 (王府 is a noble residence, but the specific name ‘Kuche王府’ may need to be translated with more context as ‘Kuche王府’ isn’t a widely recognized English term; for simplicity, I’ll keep it as ‘Kuche Mansion’), attract a large number of tourists every spring.
At this time, southern Xinjiang is colorful and beautiful beyond comparison, making it a great time to view flowers and experience the vitality of early spring.
From June to August is summer. Although it is hot, it is also one of the most beautiful seasons in southern Xinjiang. At this time, the Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan Mountains and the Big and Small Dragon Lakes are good places to escape the summer heat, with lush greenery that brings a different kind of comfort.
In addition, summer is also the fruit-ripening season, and tourists can taste various delicious fruits and vegetables.
From September to November is autumn. The sky in southern Xinjiang is blue, the sunshine is bright, and the temperature is pleasant. At this time, most fruits and vegetables have matured, which is a good time to taste the local cuisine. Meanwhile, autumn in southern Xinjiang is picturesque, especially the golden Populus euphratica forests, which are very spectacular and make it the golden season for tourism.
From December to February of the next year is winter. Although the weather is cold, the snowy scenery is very spectacular. You can enjoy the Xinjiang old folk houses covered with snow and experience a different kind of charm.
In general, each season in southern Xinjiang has its own characteristics, and tourists can choose the appropriate month to travel according to their interests and schedule. No matter which season it is, southern Xinjiang can provide tourists with an unforgettable travel experience.