The travel guide for Xinjiang’s Magic Color Lake mainly includes transportation, tickets, travel tips, accommodation, and dining.?
I. Transportation?
Self-driving: It takes about 1-2 hours to drive from Hami to the Magic Color Lake. The lake is close to the highway, making it convenient for self-driving tourists to park and visit.?
Public Transportation: You can take a bus to Naomaohu Town at the Hami Passenger Transport Station and get off at Yanchi Town. The fare is about 40 yuan (insurance not included). The bus station opens at 8 am, so it is recommended to purchase tickets early.?
. Yanchi Town is about 6 kilometers away from the Magic Color Lake, and there is no public transportation. You need to find your own transportation and can contact the owner of Yinmu Store in advance to book a return ticket.?
II. Tickets?
The Magic Color Lake currently does not charge admission fees, and tourists can enter freely.?
. However, there is also a saying that the adult ticket price is 15 yuan per person, with discounts for children and seniors, which may need to be purchased on-site.?
III. Travel Tips?
Enjoying the Lake Color: The lake water is like a mirror, reflecting the blue sky and forming a scenic view with the grassland and rolling mountains alongside the lake. The color of the lake water changes with the weather, turning blue on sunny days, greenish-red at sunset, pink when windy, and purple when raining.?
Experience Nature: Walk towards the lake along the wooden walkway and feel the natural beauty of lush grass and singing birds.?
Health Experience: The lake water and black mud are rich in minerals and are said to have cleansing, disinfecting, and beauty effects.?
It is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance and set aside at least half a day for visiting. Arrive at the Magic Color Lake around 9 am to enjoy the beauty of the sunrise and leave around 4:30 pm to avoid the high temperature period and ensure sufficient rest time.?
IV. Accommodation and Dining?
Accommodation: There are multiple hotels around the Magic Color Lake for tourists to choose from, with moderate prices and a comfortable environment. You can also choose to camp and experience the tranquility under the night sky. However, Yanchi Town is very small and basically has no accommodation, so it is recommended to return to Hami on the same day.?
Dining: There are no large dining establishments near the Magic Color Lake, so you can bring your own food or try local snacks. If you enjoy barbecuing, you can try your hand at the roadside stalls.?
In addition, when visiting, please pay attention to sunscreen and hydration, ensure safety, abide by scenic area regulations, and protect the ecological environment.?