The latest version of Yili travel tips covers major attractions, travel routes, and seasonal recommendations.?
The latest version of Yili travel tips is recommended as follows:?
I. Major Attractions?
Sayram Lake: Known as the "Last Tear of the Atlantic", the lake water is azure, and the surrounding scenery is picturesque. The recommended visiting time is 3-5 hours, where you can admire the stunning view of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, flower fields, and azure lake water. Tickets + shuttle bus cost 145 yuan, and self-driving tickets also cost 145 yuan.?
Nalati Grassland: Snow-capped mountains, spruce trees, and grasslands intertwine, like a fairy tale world. With mature facilities, it is suitable for traveling with the elderly and children. Tickets cost 95 yuan, and shuttle bus fees vary based on the chosen route.?
Qiaxi Forest Park: Not overly developed, with cheap tickets, and featuring glaciers, forests, grasslands, and other natural landscapes. It is recommended to bring camping equipment to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of nature.?
Six Star Street: Located in the urban area of Yining, it is open for free. With its unique architectural style and artistic specialty shops, it is a great place for taking photos.?
II. Travel Routes?
You can choose a classic Yili loop route:?
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi from your departure point.?
Day 2: Depart from Urumqi, visit Sayram Lake, and spend the night in Yining.?
Day 3: Depart from Yining, visit the Lavender Base (best viewing period from mid-June to early July), pass through Xiata, and arrive in Zhaosu.?
Day 4: Depart from Zhaosu, visit Qiongkushitai, and spend the night in Tekes.?
Day 5: Depart from Tekes, visit Qiaxi, and arrive in Nalati.?
Day 6: Depart from Nalati, visit the Six Star Street, and spend the night in Yining.?
Day 7: Depart from Yining, visit other attractions or rest, and return to Urumqi.?
Day 8: Return to your departure point from Urumqi.?
III. Seasonal Recommendations?
Spring (mid-to-late April to May): Flower-viewing season, where you can admire white saffron, wild apricot blossoms, wild tulips, and more.?
Early summer (May-June): The grasslands enter spring, with the distant Tianshan Mountains snow-capped and the nearby grasslands bright with flowers. In June, you can view the purple lavender fields.?
Midsummer (July-August): The climate is pleasant, and the sheep and cattle on the grasslands are active. You can enjoy the natural scenery of the grassland forests and experience the life of herdsmen. In summer, Yili has longer sunshine hours, and at night, you can admire the magnificent starry sky.?
Autumn (September): The colorful autumn scenery in the Yili River Valley, with golden rice fields swaying in the wind and ripe fruits hanging from the branches of fruit trees.?
When planning your itinerary, please adjust it appropriately according to your personal interests and schedule to ensure a pleasant trip.?