Visiting Xinjiang during the National Day holiday, places like Kanas, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, and Tianshan Tianchi are all excellent choices. Below are detailed introductions to these attractions:?
Kanas: Known as ‘a beautiful and mysterious place’, Kanas Lake in autumn is colorful, and the forest around the lake also turns golden yellow, creating a breathtaking view. The beauty of Kanas lies in its mountains and waters. Moon Bay, Shenxian Bay, Wolong Bay, Kanas Lake, and Fish Viewing Platform are all must-visit attractions in the scenic area.?
Hemu Village: This is a small village inhabited by Tuvans and is known as ‘God’s Own Land’. In autumn, the birch forest around Hemu Village turns golden yellow, contrasting beautifully with the wooden houses and forming a picturesque scene that is captivating and unforgettable.?
Sayram Lake: Located in Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture in northern Xinjiang, it is the highest and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang. In autumn, Sayram Lake has a sapphire-blue color, and the grassland around the lake turns golden yellow, making it perfect for taking photos. It is also known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, and it has different charms in different seasons.?
Tianshan Tianchi: It is the birthplace of Chinese mythology and is also known as the Fairyland of Yao Pool. Tianshan Tianchi is covered with snow-capped spruce trees, has high negative oxygen ions, and offers stunning scenery. There are eight major landscapes including Stone Gate Line, Anchor Stone, Southern Mountain Pine Viewing, Western Mountain Snow Viewing, Sea Breeze Dawn, Three Stones Touching the Sky, Suspended Spring Waterfall, and Dragon Pond Green Moon.?
In addition, Xinjiang has many other scenic spots worth visiting, such as the Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke Grassland, Keketuohai, Wucai Beach, and Populus euphratica forests, all with their unique characteristics and breathtaking beauty.?
. When planning your itinerary, you can choose based on your interests and time.?