The reasons to visit Yili mainly include its unique natural scenery, rich travel experiences, suitable climatic conditions, and relatively low level of commercialization.
Yili is known as the ‘Yili River Valley’, also called ‘Jiangnan Beyond the Great Wall’. It is located in the Middle Tianshan Mountains of the Tianshan Mountain Range and possesses magnificent natural landscapes. Here, there are vast forests and lush grasslands, as well as magnificent snow-capped mountains and colorful wildflowers. There are also unique sights such as marble-cracked Jade Lake and dense spruce forests.
. Tourists can enjoy a variety of travel experiences here, such as horseback riding on snow-capped mountains, visiting Kazakh winter homes, sledding, and enjoying hotpot with snowscapes.
In addition, Yili’s climatic conditions are also very suitable for tourism. In winter, Yili experiences a mild winter with only 1-2 snowfalls per month, and temperatures can almost reach 0°C during the day, making it suitable for wearing long sleeves while traveling. At the same time, compared to Altay, Yili has more stable snowfall, so there is no need to worry about snow-blocked roads affecting travel plans. Moreover, the temperatures are relatively mild, making it suitable for long periods of outdoor activities.
Lastly, Yili’s relatively low level of commercialization has preserved more of its original lifestyle and natural landscape, providing tourists with a quieter and more relaxing travel environment.
. This low level of commercialization makes Yili an ideal destination for those seeking a spiritual home and a true experience of natural beauty.