Xinjiang is a paradise for photographers, with numerous magnificent natural landscapes and rich cultural heritages, providing endless inspiration and themes for photography. Here are several recommended photography routes in Xinjiang:?
1. Northern Xinjiang Kanas Photography Route:?
Highlights of the Itinerary: Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Burqin Colorful Beach, Koktokay, etc.?
Photographic Features: Kanas Lake after snowfall is as calm as a mirror, reflecting distant snow-capped mountains, forming a stunning picture; Hemu Village is surrounded by snow-capped mountains with breathtaking snowy scenery; Colorful Beach attracts countless photographers with its unique Yadan landforms and rich colors.?
2. Southern Xinjiang Kashgar Photography Route:?
Highlights of the Itinerary: Kashgar Old Town, Gaotai Residential Area, Century-old Teahouse, International Bazaar, Muji Volcanic Group, etc.?
Photographic Features: Kashgar Old Town retains a strong Uyghur flavor and is a great place to capture humanity and architecture; the Muji Volcanic Group and glacier sunsets provide unique natural landscape photography opportunities.?
3. Duku Highway Photography Route:?
Highlights of the Itinerary: The entire Duku Highway, including Tianshan Grand Canyon, Bayanbulak Grassland, Nalati Grassland, etc.?
Photographic Features: The Duku Highway is known as the "Most Beautiful Highway in China", with picturesque scenery along the way, including magnificent mountains, lakes, and rich grasslands and forests, making it a must-visit destination for photographers.?
4. Eastern Tianshan Photography Route:?
Highlights of the Itinerary: Tianshan Grand Canyon, Jiangbulake Scenic Area, Mulei Grassland Kanerjing, Beiting Ancient City Site, etc.?
Photographic Features: This route covers multiple important scenic spots along the Northern Silk Road, with both natural scenery and historical and cultural relics, providing photographers with rich shooting elements.?
5. Desert Highway and Populus euphratica Forest Photography Route:?
Highlights of the Itinerary: S21 Awu Expressway, Taklamakan Desert, Populus euphratica forests, etc.?
Photographic Features: The S21 Awu Expressway is Xinjiang’s first desert expressway, crossing the Gubantonggute Desert, with abundant resources such as desert lakes, desert crops, and Yadan landforms along the way; Populus euphratica forests are a great place for autumn photography, with golden leaves and desert forming a stunning picture.?
In addition, there are many other scenic spots in Xinjiang worth capturing, such as the Urumqi International Bazaar, Tekes Eight Trigrams City, Turgen Wild Apricot Valley, etc.?
. No matter which route you choose, photographers can find their own photographic paradise on this vast land of Xinjiang.?