There are many great places to visit in Xinjiang in April. Here are some recommended attractions:?
Turpan Basin: Known as the "First Spring of Xinjiang", apricot flowers bloom here earliest, welcoming spring. Together with the apricot flowers in the Yili River Valley and Pamir Plateau, they constitute the most "happy" spring scenery in China.?
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Yining City: You can visit Yili River, Liuxing Street, Hanren Street, and the Princess Han Memorial Hall.?
Nalati Grassland: In late March, the grass begins to turn green slowly, and wild lilies bloom all over the mountains. April is a good time to appreciate flowers, and you can also visit Panlong Valley Road to experience the best part.?
Kazhanqi Folk Village: It is a great destination for photographers, where natural scenery and the hospitality of the locals can both become beautiful scenes under the lens.?
Tuergen Apricot Flower Valley: From March to April, the apricot flowers bloom beautifully, making it another major attraction.?
Sayram Lake: In early April, Sayram Lake still has blue ice, and the water is crystal clear, making it a paradise for photographers. It is most fun to travel around the lake, with 12 photo spots.?
Kumtag Desert and Flaming Mountain: The temperature in April and May is just right, allowing you to experience the unique desert scenery and the Flaming Mountain from the TV series Journey to the West.?
Qiongkushitai: The starting point of hiking trails, both Karakun and Wusun Ancient Road start from here. It is so beautiful that words cannot describe it, and is definitely worth visiting.?
Xiata Ancient Road: Close to the snow-capped mountains, you can take shuttle buses, ride horses, or hike. It is a perfect place to experience snow-capped mountains, cattle and sheep, forests, and meadows.?
In addition, many other attractions such as Kuerdening, Mazha Village, Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Kashgar Old Town, and Hami’s Great Sea Road are also worth visiting.?
. During the trip, please note that there is a time difference of about two hours between Xinjiang and the mainland, and take proper sunscreen measures.?
. At the same time, bring rain gear according to the weather conditions to ensure a pleasant journey.?