The latest Kanas travel guide covers itinerary arrangements, recommended attractions, food experiences, transportation and accommodation suggestions, etc.?
I. Itinerary Arrangement?
You can choose a 3-day 2-night itinerary: On the first day, arrive in Kanas and check into a hotel, visit Kanas Lake in the afternoon, and experience the Tuwa village at night. On the second day, climb up the Fish Viewing Terrace in the morning, visit Kanas Three Bays (Moon Bay, Wolong Bay, Fairy Bay) in the afternoon, and have free time at night. On the third day, visit Hemu Village in the morning and return in the afternoon.?
II. Recommended Attractions?
Kanas Lake: Known as the "Most Beautiful Lake in China", the lake water is clear and surrounded by mountains, creating a picturesque scenery that is a paradise for photographers.?
Fish Viewing Terrace: Located beside Kanas Lake, it is the best place to view the panoramic view of Kanas Lake, offering an overview of the lake and surrounding mountains.?
Kanas Three Bays: Including Moon Bay, Wolong Bay, and Fairy Bay, each bay has unique natural landscapes.?
Hemu Village: A typical Tuwa village that preserves the original natural scenery and ethnic customs, it is a great place to experience local folklore.?
III. Food Experience?
In Kanas, you can taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine such as hand-grabbed meat, roast whole sheep, lung and liver kebab, and sheep tripe soup. These dishes have delicious meat and unique flavors.?
IV. Transportation and Accommodation Suggestions?
Transportation: You can choose to travel to Kanas by plane, train, or car. The nearest airports are Urumqi Diwopu International Airport and Kanas Airport. From Urumqi, you can fly directly to Kanas Airport, take a train to Burqin Station and then transfer to a car, or take a coach from Urumqi or Burqin directly to Kanas scenic area.?
Accommodation: You can choose to stay within the Kanas scenic area or in the surrounding regions. The accommodation facilities within the scenic area are relatively complete, but prices are higher and room availability is tight during peak seasons. There are also numerous hotels and homestays in the surrounding areas, with more affordable prices.?
In addition, based on personal interests and schedule, you can choose different travel routes such as the Kanas + Yili + Turpan loop tour, a panoramic tour of Xinjiang, or the Kanas mini loop.?
During your visit, please note that there is a large diurnal temperature variation in the Kanas area, so bring warm clothing. The UV rays in the scenic area are strong, so sunscreen measures should be taken. Also, reasonably arrange your travel time to avoid missing the shuttle bus.?