Early August is a great time to travel to Xinjiang, especially suitable for experiencing a grassland journey. Here are some recommended travel routes and attractions:?
Recommended Travel Routes?
Grassland Journey:?
D1: Urumqi – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Qingshuihe?
D2: Qingshuihe – Original Village of Qiongkushitai – Tekes?
D3: Tekes – Qiaxi Forest Park – Nalati?
D4: Nalati – Crossing the Duku Highway – Tangbula Grassland – Hundred-Mile Gallery – Kuitun?
D5: Kuitun – Dushanzi Grand Canyon – S101 National Defense Highway Scenery – Urumqi?
Recommended Attractions?
Karajun Grassland: The largest grassland in Xinjiang. August is the season when the grassland is lush and flowers are in full bloom, allowing you to enjoy the vast grassland, clear rivers, and the beauty of herds of cattle and sheep.?
Yili Valley National Forest Park: A natural oxygen bar with dense forests and clear streams, suitable for hiking, exploration, and wildlife watching.?
Zhaosu Grassland: Another famous grassland attraction where various wildflowers bloom beautifully across the grassland in August.?
Travel Precautions?
The weather in Xinjiang is still relatively hot in early August. You can wear short sleeves and long pants during the day, but you will need to add a jacket in the grassland, especially when it rains, which will make it colder. It is recommended to bring a thick jacket just in case.?
Early August is the peak tourist season with heavy foot traffic. It is recommended to plan your itinerary and book accommodation in advance.?
When choosing a tour group, be sure to read the contract carefully before paying the deposit to avoid tourism chaos.?
In general, traveling to Xinjiang in early August allows you to enjoy the beautiful grassland scenery and rich natural landscapes, but make sure to be well-prepared and planned before departure.?