Northern Xinjiang attracts countless tourists with its magnificent natural scenery and unique ethnic culture. Here are some recommendations for traveling in Northern Xinjiang:?
Popular attractions?
Kanas Scenic Area: Known as "a fairyland on earth", the lake water is clear and the mountains rise one after another, making it a paradise for photographers. The scenery here varies throughout the seasons, whether it’s the initial melting of ice and snow in spring, the blooming flowers in summer, the colorful forests in autumn, or the snow-covered landscape in winter, all are breathtakingly beautiful.?
Hemu Village: A primitive and peaceful village with houses built from logs, exuding a faint wooden fragrance. The morning smoke and the village under the setting sun are as peaceful and beautiful as a haven. It is also a concentrated residence of the Tuvans, where you can experience unique Tuvan culture.?
Sayram Lake: Known as "The Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean", the lake water is pure and deep blue, with vast grasslands and wildflowers around it, forming a harmonious pastoral picture. Here, you can ride a horse to roam the grasslands or sit quietly by the lake to enjoy peace and comfort.?
Tianshan Tianchi: Located in Fukang City, Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, the lake water is clear, surrounded by verdant spruce trees and wild plants. You can take a boat ride on the lake or hike up the mountain to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.?
Colorful Beach: Famous for its Yadan landform, the hills have unique geology and fantastic colors. Across the river is a dense forest of poplar trees, with golden leaves shining in the sunlight, creating a breathtaking beauty.?
Recommended tourist routes?
Silver Hair Special Train Tour: A special tourist route for middle-aged and elderly people, such as the "Xingyun: North and South Xinjiang Yili Apricot Blossom Valley + Pamir Plateau 15-day Tour" and the "Silver Hair Special Train: Northeast Grand Circle 16-day Tour", providing a safe, comfortable, and convenient way to travel.?
7 days and 6 nights in Northern Xinjiang: Starting from Urumqi, passing through attractions such as the S21 Desert Highway, Colorful Beach, Kanas, and Hemu Village, experience the loneliness of the desert, the beauty of lakes and mountains, and the tranquility of primitive villages.?
Precautions?
Climate and clothing: The climate in Northern Xinjiang is changeable. Please prepare appropriate clothing according to the season and weather changes, such as sunscreen clothing, warm clothing, hiking shoes, etc.?
Safety and health: Pay attention to safety during your trip, abide by scenic area regulations, and do not enter unopened areas without permission. At the same time, pay attention to food hygiene and physical health, and carry necessary medications.?
Respect local culture: During your visit, please respect local customs and ethnic cultures, and do not randomly destroy natural landscapes and cultural relics and historic sites.?
The tourist experience in Northern Xinjiang is rich and colorful, and both its natural scenery and cultural landscapes are worth exploring. I hope the above recommendations can help you with your trip to Northern Xinjiang!?