The Yili travel guide for July mainly includes visiting multiple stunning attractions and experiencing a rich variety of activities. Here is a detailed guide:?
Main Attractions:?
Sayram Lake: Known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic’, the lake water is clear and blue, surrounded by lush green grass. It is an excellent spot for photography.?
Guozigou Bridge: A spectacular bridge spanning the valley, offering a breathtaking view overlooking the deep canyon and feeling the majesty and grandeur of nature.?
Lavender Fields: The lavender fields in Huocheng are a purple sea of flowers, complemented by blue skies and white clouds. Every photo you take will be a masterpiece.?
Nalati Grassland: One of the most beautiful grasslands in Xinjiang, with lush green grass and herds of cattle and sheep. You can visit by horseback.?
Karajun Grassland: With unique grassland landforms and well-equipped facilities, it is a convenient place to stay and a good choice for self-driving tours.?
Duku Highway: A must-experience item on the Yili route. The scenery along the way is picturesque, allowing you to experience the wonderful feeling of ‘traveling through four seasons in a day and encountering different weather conditions every ten li’.?
Itinerary Suggestions:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi to visit Sayram Lake and Guozigou Bridge, and spend the night in Qingshuihe.?
Day 2: Visit Kazhanqi Folk Customs Street to experience Kazak culture, then proceed to Tekes to admire Karajun Grassland. Spend the night in Tekes County.?
Day 3: Head to Qiongkushitai Village to experience the magnificent scenery of cows and sheep grazing in the wind-blown grasslands. Spend the night in Qiongkushitai Village or Tekes County.?
Day 4: Visit Xiata Scenic Area, admire the beautiful scenery of snow-capped mountains, pine forests, and rolling flower fields, and spend the night in Nalati Town.?
Day 5: Visit Nalati Aerial Grassland, ride horses to Snow Lotus Valley, and feel the grandeur of nature. Continue to stay in Nalati Town at night.?
Day 6: Travel along the middle section of the Duku Highway to enter Bayinbrook Grassland, admire the magnificent wetland grassland, and spend the night in Bayin Town.?
Day 7: Depart from Bayinbrook and continue along the Duku Highway to end the trip.?
Precautions:?
Be prepared for long car rides. More than 1/3 of your time in Xinjiang tourism is spent in the car.?
Pay attention to drinking water and heatstroke prevention. The distances between attractions are far, and travel times by car are long.?
Respect the customs and traditions of ethnic minorities, such as Muslim taboos on pork.?
Try to be friendly when shopping, and don’t haggle casually for items you’re not sure about.?
Security checks in Xinjiang are strict. Pay attention to the items you carry and be prepared to remove your shoes for inspection.?
With the above guide, you can fully experience the natural beauty and cultural customs of Yili in July and enjoy an unforgettable trip.?