The best travel months in Xinyuan County, Yili Prefecture, are mainly concentrated from March to September, with different landscapes and activities in different months.?
March to April: This is the best time to admire apricot blossoms. The apricot blossoms in places such as the Pamir Plateau, Turgen Apricot Blossom Valley, Yili Apricot Blossom Valley, as well as Turpan, Toksun, and Shanshan, bloom competitively, creating a breathtaking view.?
May: Tianshan Red Flowers bloom passionately on the grasslands, and the Yili River Valley also becomes a great destination for travel. The grasslands are covered with green grass, and the temperature gradually rises, but the diurnal temperature variation is still large.?
June: The Yili region becomes a world of flowers, especially the lavender fields. The purple flowers sway in the wind, emitting a captivating fragrance. At the same time, the lake surface of Sayram Lake also begins to melt, with the lake scenery and mountain views enhancing each other’s beauty.?
July to August: The grasslands across Xinjiang are lush and beautiful, adorned with flowers. Flocks of cattle and sheep can be seen grazing leisurely on the grasslands, while horses gallop under the blue sky and white clouds. At this time, grand Nadamu Gatherings and Tianma Festivals are also held on the grasslands, where tourists can enjoy exciting horse racing, wrestling, and other activities.?
In addition, the Nalati Grassland also showcases its most beautiful scenery during this period. Under the snowy mountains, wild lilies bloom freely, contrasting beautifully with the lush forests.?
September: Although it is not as lively as July and August, the autumn scenery in Xinjiang is also superb, especially the birch trees in Northern Xinjiang that shine brightly during this season. The sky and lake water are as clear as washed, resembling a colorful oil painting.?
In general, Xinyuan County in Yili Prefecture boasts beautiful scenery throughout the four seasons, but the best travel months are concentrated from March to September. Tourists can choose suitable months to visit according to their interests and schedules.?