There are many places suitable for tourism in Xinjiang in August. Here are some recommended must-visit attractions:?
Duku Highway: This highway is known as "one of the most beautiful and steepest highways in China", with a total length of 561 kilometers. The scenery along the way is magnificent, allowing you to cross the Tianshan Mountains from north to south and experience the beauty of the changing seasons. It has the reputation of "experiencing four seasons in one day, with different skies every ten li".?
Sailimu Lake: The lake surface is like a mirror, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and grasslands. In August, Sailimu Lake under the blue sky and white clouds is even more breathtaking. It is an excellent spot for photography and hiking and a paradise for photographers.?
Nalati Grassland: As one of the four largest grasslands in the world, Nalati Grassland in August is covered with green grass, wildflowers, and herds of cattle and sheep. It is as if you have stepped into a real-life Wizard of Oz, making it an ideal place for horseback riding, picnics, and photography.?
Kanas: Known as the "Most Beautiful Lake in China" and a "Fairyland on Earth", Kanas in August is picturesque with clear lake water. It is an excellent spot for hiking and photography and boasts four wonders such as lake monsters and sea of clouds with Buddha’s light.?
Kalajun Grassland: This is the largest grassland in Xinjiang. In August, when the grassland is lush and flowers are in full bloom, you can enjoy the vast grasslands, clear rivers, and the beautiful scenery of herds of cattle and sheep. It is a visual feast.?
In addition, there is the Tianshan Tianchi?
, Qiongkushitai?
, Tangbula Grassland?
, Qiaxi?
, Yizhao Highway?
, Yili Valley National Forest Park?
, Zhaosu Grassland?
and the Gongnais National Nature Reserve?
The scenic spots are also worth visiting. In August, when midsummer is nearly over and early autumn is coming, the climate in Xinjiang is cool, making it ideal for escaping the heat, and you can also encounter fairy-tale-like scenery.?