The November Xinjiang travel guide mainly includes aspects such as weather, scenic spot recommendations, food, accommodation, and route planning.
Weather
The average temperature in Xinjiang in November drops to around 0℃, with mostly sunny and dry weather, and winds gradually increase.
You need to wear lightweight, windproof, and cold-resistant clothing, such as rainproof jackets and down-filled cotton-padded clothes.
Scenic Spot Recommendations
Kanas: In winter, the surface of Kanas Lake freezes, and the surrounding mountains and forests are covered with snow, resembling a fairy tale world.
Hemu Village: Known as the "God’s Own Land", it is even more peaceful in winter and is a paradise for photographers.
Tianshan Tianchi Lake: The winter scenery is magnificent, with snow-capped mountains and pine forests forming a stunning picture scroll.
Sayram Lake: In winter, the lake surface freezes, and the snow-capped mountains and grasslands form a peaceful winter scenery.
Note: The scenery in places such as Yili Grassland, Turpan, Bayin布鲁克 Grassland is not good in winter or transportation is inconvenient, so it is not recommended to go.
Food Recommendations
Da Pan Ji (Big Tray Chicken): The number one food card of Xinjiang, which must not be missed.
Pigeon Soup: Sweet and delicious, with tender pigeon meat.
Roasted Nang: In Xinjiang, Nang is a belief. You can go a day without vegetables, but not without Nang.
Roasted Bun Stuffed with Meat: Crispy outer skin and delicious filling, it is a warm choice in winter.
Accommodation Recommendations
Large Cities: Such as Urumqi, Korla, Kashgar, etc., have many chain hotels to choose from.
Small Towns: Such as the characteristic log cabins in Hemu, where you can see the starry sky at night. However, there may be overcharging at guesthouses in popular scenic spots, so it is necessary to understand and book in advance.
Route Planning
Northern Xinjiang Route: Urumqi – Tianchi Lake – Fuyun – Burqin – Kanas – Hemu – World魔鬼 City – Karamay – Sayram Lake – Urumqi
Southern Xinjiang Route: Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Baisha Lake – Starting Point of Wakhan Corridor -盘龙 Gully Road – Taxkorgan County – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
When planning your itinerary, it is recommended to avoid the first two and last two days of the Golden Week to reduce the inconvenience caused by crowds.
. Meanwhile, you can adjust the itinerary appropriately based on your personal interests and physical condition.
Hope this travel guide can help you better plan your trip to Xinjiang in November!