Tourism in Xinjiang is rich in natural landscapes and cultural history, making it an ideal destination for tourists.
The natural scenery in Xinjiang is extremely magnificent, for example:
Tian Chi (Heavenly Lake) in Tianshan Mountains: Reputed as the fairyland of Yao Pool, it is the birthplace of Chinese mythology and boasts stunning scenery, including eight major attractions such as Stone Gate and the Pillar Stabilizing the Sea.
Kanas: As an established 5A-level scenic spot in Xinjiang, it offers diverse scenery throughout the four seasons, with beautiful mountains and flowing water. Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and other attractions are must-visits.
Sayram Lake: A high-altitude lake with crystal-clear water that shines with a translucent blue color. It has different charms in different seasons, with fragrant flowers in summer, jagged golden mountains in autumn, and famous ice pushing and blue ice landscapes in winter.
Tianshan Grand Canyon: A treasure box of nature, with majestic snow-capped mountains, dense forests, clear lakes, and vast grasslands, each scenery resembles a painting.
In addition, Xinjiang has unique self-driving routes, such as the Duku Highway, which is 561 kilometers long and features fantastic scenery where ‘ten li (a unit of length, approximately 5 kilometers) can bring different skies, and one day can have four seasons’. It attracts numerous self-driving enthusiasts every year.
In terms of cultural history, the Taklamakan·359th Brigade Cultural Tourism Area in Alar, Xinjiang, is a place that witnesses the legendary fate of western China. It was awarded a national 5A-level scenic area in 2024. Inside the scenic area, there is a set of magnificent group sculptures depicting the scene of the 359th Brigade soldiers reclaiming land in the desert, silently narrating the hardships of the past.
As the capital of Xinjiang, Urumqi also has many attractions worth visiting, such as the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region Museum, where you can gain a deep understanding of the history and civilization of the Western Regions spanning thousands of years; Hongshan Park is an excellent spot to overlook the urban area of Urumqi, and the sunset view at Hongshan in the evening is breathtakingly beautiful.
In short, traveling in Xinjiang not only allows you to appreciate the magnificent natural scenery but also experience its unique cultural history, making it an unforgettable travel experience.