Yili boasts beautiful scenery throughout the four seasons, but the best travel time is usually from June to September, when the grasslands are lush and flowers are in full bloom, presenting the most enchanting scenery. However, winter in Yili also has its unique charm, such as snowscapes and ice and snow activities, which also attract many tourists.?
Specifically, Yili’s tourist attractions have their own characteristics in different seasons:?
Summer (June to September): This is the peak tourist season in Yili, with grasslands spreading like green carpets and wildflowers blooming all over the mountains, such as the Nalati Grassland and the Kalajun Grassland. At this time, visitors can fully appreciate the grandeur and poetry of Yili and experience various outdoor activities such as horseback riding, hiking, and photography.?
Winter (December to February of the next year): Although the weather is cold, Yili has its unique scenery in winter. For example, Qiongkushitai Village, covered in snow, feels like stepping into a fairy tale world; the snowfields and snow-capped mountains in the Kalajun Scenic Area are also of great ornamental value. In addition, the ski resorts in Gongliu County are also a good destination for winter tourism, where tourists can enjoy the fun of skiing to their heart’s content.?
In addition to the aforementioned seasons, spring and autumn are also good times to visit Yili. In spring, the area around the Guozigou Bridge in Yili is covered with wildflowers, while in autumn, the forests are ablaze with color, presenting equally enchanting scenery. However, the specific travel time should be determined based on tourists’ personal interests and itinerary arrangements.?
In short, Yili boasts beautiful scenery throughout the four seasons, and visitors can appreciate the grandeur and poetry of this land no matter when they visit.?