The January travel guide for Xinjiang mainly recommends the Altay region in Northern Xinjiang to experience winter snowy landscapes and ice and snow activities. Here are detailed travel suggestions:?
Must-visit attractions:?
The ‘Lonely Tree’ in Altay City stands alone in the snowy field, creating a profound artistic conception and is an excellent spot for taking photos.?
Baihaba Village, known as the ‘First Village in the Northwest’, has snow-covered log cabins, resembling a dreamlike border town.?
The winter blue ice in Kanas is as pure as a huge sapphire, and the snowy landscapes and chimney smoke in Hemu constitute a fairyland on earth.?
General Mountain Ski Resort and Jikepulin Ski Resort in Altay are great places for winter skiing.?
Itinerary planning:?
You can choose a 6-day 5-night trip to Altay, including in-depth exploration of Altay City, Baihaba Village, Kanas, and Hemu.?
You can also choose a shorter itinerary, such as a 5-day tour of Kanas + Hemu + Jikepulin, covering attractions like Urumqi, S21 Desert Highway, Ulungur Lake, and Sea Devil City.?
Travel suggestions:?
The weather in Xinjiang in January is cold, especially in the Altay region. Tourists need to take warm measures and bring sufficient winter clothing.?
Due to potentially complex road conditions in winter, it is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance and pay attention to local weather and traffic information.?
You can choose to rent a car or carpool to Altay, which is convenient and economical.?
Other precautions:?
When traveling in Xinjiang, please respect the local customs and religious beliefs to avoid unnecessary troubles.?
Pay attention to protecting the environment of the scenic area, do not litter casually, and keep the scenic area clean and beautiful.?
Through the above guide, you can fully experience the snowy landscapes and ice and snow activities in Xinjiang in January winter, and feel the unique charm of the Altay region in Northern Xinjiang.?