The best choices for traveling to southern Xinjiang in July are the following attractions:
Lop Nur Village: Known as an oasis in the desert, it is the habitat of the mysterious Lop people. Tourists can experience the magnificent scenery of the Taklamakan Desert, the largest desert in Asia.
Kashgar Old Town: As a labyrinth of Western Regions flavor, Kashgar Old Town is the most preserved maze-like old city street in the Western Regions style in China, full of a long history and exotic charm.
. One hasn’t truly been to Xinjiang until they’ve been to Kashgar. The architectural design here is unique, making it an excellent place to experience over two thousand years of history and the unique culture of the Silk Road.
Luntai Populus Euphratica Forest: Famous for its internet-famous train and diverse scenery throughout the seasons, it is a great destination for tourists to take photos and enjoy natural scenery.
Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves: As a thousand-year-old grotto, it houses treasures of mural art. For tourists who love history and culture, this is a place not to be missed.
Wensu Tumur Grand Canyon: This is a breathtaking ancient rock salt geological wonder, known as Xinjiang’s ‘Living Museum of Geological Evolution’, suitable for tourists who love adventure and geological research.
White Sand Lake, Golden Grass Beach, and Stone City: These places are a perfect combination of nature and humanity. Tourists can appreciate the magnificent natural scenery and unique cultural landscapes here.
Mount Muztagh: Known as the ‘Father of Snow Mountains’, the snowy scenery here is mesmerizing and is a great destination for photography and outdoor sports.
In addition, there are many other attractions in southern Xinjiang worth visiting, such as Karakul Lake and the盘龙 Ancient Road.
. Tourists can arrange their itinerary according to their interests and time to enjoy the unique charm of southern Xinjiang.