Travel Recommendations for May 1st in Xinjiang?
Traveling to Xinjiang on May 1st is a good opportunity to avoid the crowds and enjoy the peaceful natural scenery. Here are some recommended attractions and travel suggestions to help you plan a memorable trip to Xinjiang.?
I. Recommended Attractions?
Nalati Grassland?
A summer pasture for herdsmen, in May, wildflowers bloom everywhere, and herds of cattle and sheep gather, making it a paradise for photographers.?
The small yellow flowers in the Xuelian Valley of Kongzhong Grassland set off the white snow-capped mountains, creating an absolutely beautiful scenery.?
Sayram Lake?
The highest and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang, in May, 80% of the ice and snow have melted, the grass grows freely with the wind, and the snow-capped mountains loom on the other side of the lake.?
A self-driving trip around the lake is a good choice, with the highlight being the section from the North Gate to the South Gate.?
Qiaxi Forest Park?
The earliest recovering grassland in the Yili area, it is a hidden and primitive secret spot with snow-capped mountains, forests, valleys, and streams.?
In May, you can see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and small yellow flowers, forming a moving picture scroll.?
Tian Chi (Tian Pool)?
Located on the mountainside of Bogda Peak, it integrates alpine lakes, spruce forests, and snow-capped mountains, and is known as the ‘Bright Pearl of the Tianshan Mountains’.?
Flaming Mountains?
The ‘Eight Hundred Li Flaming Mountains’ in ‘Journey to the West’ are composed of red sand, conglomerate, and mudstone. In summer, the sunlight shines on the red mountains, creating rolling heatwaves.?
Xiata Tourist Scenic Area?
Located in Zhaosu County, Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture, it is characterized by stunning landscapes, charming natural scenery, and rich folk culture.?
II. Travel Suggestions?
Transportation?
Plane: Generally, you will land at Urumqi Diwopu Airport, which is centrally located and convenient for travel to both southern and northern Xinjiang. If you only plan to visit Kanas and Hemu, you can land at Altay Xuedu Airport. For southern Xinjiang, you can fly directly to Kashgar.?
Train: Urumqi Railway Station/Yining Railway Station/Altay Railway Station. There are buses and taxis to the downtown area upon arrival.?
Clothing and luggage preparation?
Early summer in Xinjiang in May is already beautiful, but the temperature difference between day and night is large, so you need to bring a thick coat.?
You must bring your ID card as it may be checked at any time.?
Itinerary arrangement?
You can choose a short trip or an in-depth trip based on personal time and preferences. For example, a 5-day, 4-night short trip can include attractions such as Yining, Sayram Lake, Qiaxi Forest Park, and Nalati Grassland.?
If you have enough time, you can choose a longer route, such as the Yili + East Xinjiang Desert route, to deeply explore the magnificent scenery of Xinjiang.?
Precautions?
The Duku Highway may not be open in May, so it is necessary to plan an alternative route in advance.?
The ultraviolet rays in Xinjiang are relatively strong, so it is recommended to bring sunscreen, sun hats, and other sunscreen products.?
I hope the above recommendations and suggestions can help you plan a pleasant trip to Xinjiang!?