The Yili Tourism Guide covers numerous natural and cultural landscapes, providing visitors with a rich travel experience. Here are introductions to some of the main attractions and activities:?
I. Natural Landscapes?
Sailimu Lake: As a typical alpine lake, Sailimu Lake attracts countless tourists with its clear lake water and surrounding beautiful mountain scenery. It is one of the famous attractions in Xinjiang and is known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic’.?
Nalati Grassland: This hill-like grassland was rated as one of the six most beautiful grasslands in China by Chinese National Geography. It is famous for its vast grassland, undulating hills, and rich animal and plant resources.?
Kalajun Scenic Area: As one of the most famous grasslands in Xinjiang, Kalajun attracts a large number of tourists with its pure natural scenery and rich grassland culture. Here, visitors can not only appreciate the magnificent grassland scenery but also experience the traditional lifestyle of the Kazakhs.?
Bayinbrook Grassland: This grassland is famous for its vastness and abundant water and grass. Here, visitors can enjoy magnificent sunsets, starry skies, and a unique grassland ecosystem.?
Guozigou Valley: With narrow and secluded valleys and strange rocks and stones, it is an absolutely stunning natural beauty. The Guozigou Bridge is also a landmark worth visiting.?
II. Cultural Landscapes?
Yili River: The largest inland river in Xinjiang, it has a wide river surface and beautiful scenery. Along both banks of the river are rich natural landscapes and cultural historical relics, making it a great place for visitors to understand Yili culture.?
Six-Star Street: It retains many historical buildings and cultural heritage sites and is an important cultural district in Yining City. Visitors can visit the Accordion Museum, watch performances, and experience the local cultural atmosphere here.?
Yipaerhan Lavender Scenic Area: A national AAA-level tourist attraction, it is known as China’s Provence. A large number of lavenders are planted here, and during the flowering season, the entire area is filled with the fragrance of lavender, making it a great place for photography and leisure.?
III. Special Activities?
Flower appreciation: From late March to mid-April each year, when the flowers in regions south of the Yangtze River are coming to an end, the apricot blossoms in Xinjiang are just beginning to bloom. The apricot blossoms in the Turpan Basin, Yili Valley, and Pamir Plateau together create the most ‘apricot-blessed’ spring scenery in China.?
Skiing: The Ilegedai International Ski Resort in Gongliu County is a popular destination for winter tourism. With complete facilities and attentive service, it attracts skiing enthusiasts from all over the country to experience the charm of ice and snow.?
In summary, the Yili Tourism Guide covers a wealth of natural landscapes, cultural landscapes, and special activities. Whether you are a tourist who loves natural scenery or a traveler interested in human history, you can find your own travel joy here.?