The Xinjiang travel guide for May 1 mainly includes popular attractions, itinerary planning, and practical tips.
Popular Attractions:
Sayram Lake: Located in Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, it is known as the "Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean". The lake water is clear, and attractions such as Songshutou and Dianjiangtai by the lake are worth visiting.
Tianchi Lake: Located in Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, it is one of China’s famous inland lakes. The lake water is clear, and snow-capped mountains surround it, making it a picturesque scene.
Kanas Lake: Located in Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang, it is known as the "Fairyland on Earth". The lake water is green, and snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and forests surround it, creating a beautiful scenery.
Nalati Grassland: Located in Yili Prefecture, Xinjiang, it is one of the most beautiful grasslands in Xinjiang. You can admire the beautiful grassland scenery and experience nomadic culture.
Grand Bazaar: Located in Urumqi, it is the most distinctive bazaar in Xinjiang where you can taste various Xinjiang cuisines and purchase goods with ethnic characteristics.
Itinerary Planning:
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi, visit the Grand Bazaar, and taste Xinjiang cuisine.
Day 2: Head to Sayram Lake and visit attractions such as Songshutou and Dianjiangtai.
Day 3: You can choose to go to Tuer Ginkgo Flower Valley or Nalati Grassland to admire the primitive wild apricot forest or grassland scenery.
Day 4: Visit Kanas Lake and feel the charm of its lakescape and mountains.
Subsequent itinerary can also include visiting places such as Koktokay and Karamay乌尔禾Devil City.
Practical Tips:
Xinjiang has a time difference with the mainland, and the pace of life is different. Nightlife is equally exciting.
Carry your ID card with you. The public security in Xinjiang is good, but safety comes first.
The temperature difference between morning and evening in Xinjiang is large, so bring a jacket; UV rays are strong, so take sun protection measures.
Xinjiang in early summer in May is already very beautiful. There are fewer tourists at this time, and the grassland flower sea is already in full bloom.
Accommodation needs to be booked in advance, especially during the peak tourist season.
In addition, based on personal interests and schedule, you can choose suitable transportation methods (such as planes, trains) to various places in Xinjiang, as well as try different dressing styles to match the beautiful scenery of Xinjiang and create unique travel memories.