The Yili route in Xinjiang is a tourist route full of natural beauty and cultural charm. Here are some suggested itineraries and recommended attractions:?
Core Attractions:?
Sayram Lake: Known as ‘The Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, its shimmering lake surface reflects the distant snow-capped mountains, making it an excellent spot for photography?
Guozigou Bridge: The ‘Bridge in the Sky’ spanning the Tianshan Mountains. Standing on the bridge and looking down, the thrilling sensation of feeling faint is unparalleled. It is a popular spot for online celebrities to visit?
Yizhao Highway: A fairy-like road only accessible to small vehicles, with picturesque scenery along the way, including mountains, forests, and canyons?
Kalajun Grassland: With unique landscapes such as the ‘Human Body Grassland’, it is a great place for photography and hiking?
Nalati Aerial Grassland: The name itself is attractive. After taking the electric cart up the mountain, you’ll be greeted by a breathtaking view of grasslands, rivers, and yurts forming a picturesque scene?
Duku Highway: A highway full of challenges and beautiful scenery, along which you can enjoy various landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and canyons?
Itinerary Suggestions:?
Day 1: Depart from Urumqi and head to Sayram Lake. You can enjoy the scenery of Xinjiang’s distinctive small towns on the way?
Day 2: Visit Sayram Lake, then proceed to Huocheng to see lavender and feel the charm of the purple flower sea. Afterward, drive to Yizhao Highway to experience the natural beauty along the way?
Day 3: Spend the day on Kalajun Grassland and stay in Tekes Eight Trigrams City in the evening to experience the unique charm of this city?
Day 4: Head to Nalati Aerial Grassland to admire the magnificent scenery of the grassland. In the evening, you can choose to stay in Nalati Town, where prices are more affordable?
Day 5: Continue to travel along Duku Highway and enjoy the scenery along the way. You can visit Bayanbulak Grassland, Swan Lake, and other places?
Subsequent itinerary: Depending on personal time and interests, you can choose to continue exploring other scenic spots in the Yili region, such as Anjihai Grand Canyon?
Qiongkushitai?
Xiata Tourist Area?
Etc.?
This route covers multiple famous scenic spots and unique landscapes in the Yili region, offering an unforgettable experience for both natural and cultural landscapes. During the trip, you can also taste local cuisine and feel the unique charm of Xinjiang. I hope this route can add more color and memories to your Xinjiang trip.?