Nowadays, when traveling to Xinjiang, there are several beautiful destinations worth visiting: Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake Scenic Area, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland are all scenic spots that cannot be missed. Here is a detailed introduction to these scenic spots:?
Tianshan Tianchi: Known as the Fairyland of Yao Pool, it is the birthplace of Chinese mythology. It is covered with snow-capped spruce forests, and the negative oxygen ions are high. The melted snowwater from Mount Tianshan nourishes the surrounding people. Tianchi boasts stunning scenery with numerous landscapes such as Stone Gate and a Single Line, the Anchoring Needle for Stabilizing the Sea, and Viewing Pines on the Southern Mountain.?
Kanas Lake Scenic Area: As a 5A scenic spot in Xinjiang, Kanas attracts countless tourists with its diverse scenery throughout the four seasons. It is green in spring, colorful with flowers in summer, colorful with autumn foliage in autumn, and winter turns it into a fairy-tale-like icy wonderland. Kanas Lake, Moon Bay, and Shenxian Bay are must-visit attractions.?
Hemu Village: This is a small village filled with primitive charm, surrounded by mountains, vast grasslands, and dense forests. Here, you can experience traditional Tuwa culture, such as enjoying Tuwa people’s song and dance performances and tasting local cuisine.?
Sayram Lake: Known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic,’ the lake water is clear and blue. In different seasons, Sayram Lake exhibits different charms. In summer, the shore is covered with various flowers, and walking on the plank path feels like walking through a scented breeze; in autumn, autumn colors gradually climb up the hillsides, contrasting beautifully with the distant snow-capped spruce forests.?
Nalati Grassland: Located in the hinterland of Mount Tianshan, it boasts vast grasslands, dense forests, and majestic snow-capped mountains. Here, you can ride horses, experience the folk culture of the Kazakhs, and taste delicacies such as roast whole sheep and hand-grabbed meat.?
In addition, there are many other scenic spots in Xinjiang worth visiting, such as Kunlun Mountain Scenic Area, Devil’s City, Grape Valley, etc.?
. No matter which scenic spot you choose, you can appreciate Xinjiang’s unique natural scenery and rich ethnic culture. It is recommended to plan your itinerary based on your interests and time to ensure that you can fully experience the charm of Xinjiang.?