Yili’s Kalajun, Koksu, and Zhaosu are important tourist attractions in Xinjiang, each possessing unique natural scenery and cultural charm.?
Located on the southeast side of Tekes County in Yili, the Kalajun Grassland is one of the most famous grasslands in Xinjiang. The grassland here is in the form of continuous hills, backed by majestic snow-capped mountains, and adorned with forests and flower fields. The scenery is vast and beautiful, earning it the nickname "Jiangnan Beyond the Great Wall" and making it an excellent destination for sightseeing and photography.?
Tourists can run across the grassland in dresses here, take photos with herds of cattle and sheep, and feel the grandeur and harmony of nature.?
Adjacent to the Kalajun Grassland, the Koksu Grand Canyon was formed by geological movements and the combined action of melted snow from Mount Tianshan on sedimentary rock layers deposited hundreds of millions of years ago. The landscape within the canyon is dominated by earthy yellow tones, starkly different from Dushanzi Grand Canyon but equally worth seeing.?
Tourists can take the scenic cableway from the grassland to the canyon to experience the rich natural landscapes, including the verdant Kurdai River, Crocodile Bay with rock formations resembling crocodiles, the winding Koksu River, and the Human-shaped Grassland.?
Zhaosu Grassland is located in Zhaosu County, Yili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang. It boasts vast and magnificent mountains and grasslands, backed by snow-capped mountains. It is one of the famous grasslands in China. Scenic spots such as Grassland Stone People, Shengyou Temple, and Gedeng Monument are scattered across the grassland, and tourists can visit by car. In addition, Zhaosu Grassland is also a famous place for the domestication of Yili horses. Every summer, a grand Tianma Festival is held here, featuring horse races, equestrian performances, ethnic dances and songs, and many lively activities and performances.?
During the trip, tourists can arrange their itinerary according to their own time and interests. For example, they can choose to depart from Zhaosu in the morning, first arrive at the Kalajun Tourist Center, then proceed to visit the Koksu Grand Canyon, and finally return to the Kalajun Grassland. In the evening, they can choose to stay in Tekes County, which is the only complete and formal Bagua City in China and the only city without traffic lights. A walk in the city center at night offers a unique flavor.?
In general, Yili’s Kalajun, Koksu, and Zhaosu are rich in diverse tourism resources, offering breathtaking natural scenery and cultural landscapes that linger in the mind. During the trip, tourists are advised to take precautions against sunburn and cold, respect local customs and the natural environment, and enjoy an unforgettable travel experience.?