It is suitable to travel to Ili, Xinjiang in October. Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture is located in the northwest of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, China. October is one of the best travel times in Ili’s autumn, with pleasant weather and captivating natural scenery.
. The temperature at this time is moderate, with an average temperature of around 15℃, and tourists can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the grassland to their heart’s content.
. Although the Ili grassland in October has gradually turned yellow.
, but the scenery on the grassland is still captivating, and there are relatively fewer tourists, with lower expenses.
. In addition, you can also experience local folk activities and taste specialty foods.
When visiting Ili in October, you can visit the following main attractions:
Guozigou: Famous for its gorge scenery, although the spring fruit tree flowers have withered, the autumn gorge scenery is still spectacular.
Karajun Grassland: Although the scenery of the summer pastures has passed, the autumn grassland still has its unique charm.
Nalati Grassland: Known as the ‘Largest Grassland in Asia’, the autumn grassland and lakes are still beautiful.
Sayram Lake: Known as the ‘Last Teardrop of the Atlantic Ocean’, the lake water is clear to the bottom and is a paradise for photographers. The autumn lake scenery is equally enchanting.
Meanwhile, tourists can also taste Ili’s specialty foods such as hand-grabbed meat, roast whole sheep, mare’s milk wine, etc., and feel the local ethnic dining culture.
Overall, visiting Ili in Xinjiang in October is a good choice, as you can enjoy the captivating natural scenery and experience the unique local folk culture. But please note to plan your itinerary well, protect the environment, and be aware of climate changes in the plateau area.