Xinjiang travel tips mainly include the best travel time, must-visit attractions, and recommended routes.?
Best Travel Time:?
Xinjiang is vast, and the best travel times vary in different regions. Overall, from May to October is the golden period for visiting Xinjiang. From May to June is suitable for enjoying the natural scenery of the grasslands in the Yili region and Sayram Lake; from July to August, the temperature rises, fruits and vegetables ripen, making it suitable for tasting local cuisine, and it is also the peak season for northern Xinjiang scenic areas such as Kanas and Hemu; from September to October, the autumn scenery is colorful, making it a paradise for photographers.?
Must-visit Attractions:?
Kanas Scenic Area: Located in the Altay Mountains, it is known as the "God’s Backyard", picturesque throughout the four seasons, especially in autumn when the scenery is superb.?
Kunlun Mountains Scenic Area: Stretching across the heavens and earth, it attracts countless tourists with its magnificent appearance and is a popular destination for check-ins.?
Tianshan Tianchi: Known as the "Fairy Pool on Earth", it is magnificent and one of the famous attractions in Xinjiang.?
Sayram Lake: Located in the Yili Autonomous Prefecture, it is azure and serene. The annual Nadamu grand gathering held on the grassland by the lake attracts countless tourists every summer.?
Recommended Routes:?
6-day Free and Easy Travel Route: Starting from Urumqi, passing through Shanshan, Turpan, Shihezi, and other places, visiting Kanerjing, Tianshan Tianchi, and other attractions.?
10-day Northern Xinjiang Grand Loop: Covering over 90% of the popular attractions in northern Xinjiang, including Sayram Lake, Qiongkushitai, Duku Highway, etc., experiencing the Yili Grasslands, Hemu, Kanas, and other places in one trip.?
12-day Northern Xinjiang Grand Loop Tour: Starting from Urumqi, passing through Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and other places, deeply exploring the beautiful scenery of northern Xinjiang.?
These travel tips can help you better plan your trip to Xinjiang and enjoy the unique charm of this mysterious and beautiful land.?