Traveling to southern Xinjiang in February is an excellent opportunity to experience unique natural scenery and human culture, especially Kashgar and its surrounding areas.?
Southern Xinjiang has unique scenery in February, especially the Old Town of Kashgar. You can stroll through the alleys of the old town and feel the ancient atmosphere and strong ethnic flavor.?
. In addition, from late February to late April is the most beautiful period in southern Xinjiang, with apricot blossoms blooming, adding a touch of romance to the region.?
Here are some recommended tourist attractions and routes:?
Old Town of Kashgar: The only Islamic maze-like block in China. You can stroll around and feel the Western Regions’ atmosphere. It is open all day and free of charge. You can also appreciate exquisite handicrafts and participate in interesting folk activities.?
Baisha Lake: The filming location of Tang Monk recruiting Sandy in Journey to the West. The lake has a bright blue color and a strong ancient charm. It is located on the Pamir Plateau, surrounded by white sand and snow-capped mountains, like a sapphire fairyland.?
Pamir Plateau: You can take a bus to get there and enjoy the magnificent snow-capped mountain scenery along the way. The Pamir Plateau is open all day and free of charge. You can ride horses here and feel the vastness of the grassland.?
Xinghua Village in Taer Town: With majestic Kunlun Mountains, clear melting snow water, and colorful apricot blossoms, as well as a strong Tajik ethnicity atmosphere, it is a great place to appreciate apricot blossoms.?
In addition, you can also consider the following travel routes:?
2-day tour of Kashgar: On the first day, visit the Old Town of Kashgar, China-Pakistan Friendship Highway G314, Red Valley, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, and Taxkorgan County; on the second day, visit Stone City on Golden Grass Beach, Waqia Town, Kaneryang Village, Panlong Ancient Road, and Bandier Blue Lake in Taxkorgan County, and then return to Kashgar.?
Flower appreciation tour in southern Xinjiang: Besides the Old Town of Kashgar and Baisha Lake, you can also visit Tahman Wetland, Stone City on Golden Grass Beach, Panlong Ancient Road, Tasha Ancient Road, Bandier Blue Lake, as well as Xinghua Village in Datong Town and Taer Town, to experience the apricot blossom feast in southern Xinjiang.?
During the trip, please note that Xinjiang has a large diurnal temperature variation, and it is colder in the morning and evening. Remember to bring a warm jacket.?
. At the same time, prepare various documents such as ID cards and bring medications for sudden illnesses according to your physical condition.?
In general, traveling to southern Xinjiang in February not only allows you to appreciate the beautiful natural scenery but also to deeply experience the local human culture and folk customs.?