Both northern and southern Xinjiang have their unique tourist charms, and the choice of which is better mainly depends on personal travel preferences.?
Northern Xinjiang is famous for its magnificent natural scenery and rich ethnic culture. The Kanas scenic area in northern Xinjiang is known as a ‘fairyland on earth’, with clear lake water and towering mountains, making it a paradise for photographers.?
In addition, Hemu Village is a primitive and peaceful village with unique Tuwa culture, and the morning fog and sunset are breathtakingly beautiful.?
Sayram Lake is known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, with pure blue lake water, vast grasslands by the lake, and herds of cattle and sheep, forming a harmonious rural landscape.?
Tianshan Tianchi is also a famous attraction in northern Xinjiang, with clear lake water surrounded by verdant spruce trees, creating a pleasant scene.?
Nalati Grassland, with its beautiful scenery, is a summer pasture for the Kazakhs and offers a wealth of scenic areas and activities.?
Southern Xinjiang attracts tourists with its rich historical and cultural heritage and unique natural scenery. Kashgar Old City in southern Xinjiang is full of Islamic style and Uyghur ethnic flavor, and a stroll through it allows you to feel the charm of culture.?
Taxkorgan County is located on the Pamir Plateau, with ancient city ruins that allow you to feel the vicissitudes of history.?
Baisha Lake and Baisha Mountain are natural wonders, with the lake surface like a mirror and white sand like snow, creating a breathtaking scene.?
Mount Muztagh Ata and Karakul Lake are also famous attractions in southern Xinjiang, where you can look up at the ‘Father of Glaciers’, Mount Muztagh Ata, and explore the deep and dark Karakul Lake.?
In general, both northern and southern Xinjiang have their unique tourist charms. If you prefer natural scenery and ethnic cultural experiences, northern Xinjiang is a good choice; if you are more into historical and cultural heritage and unique natural scenery, southern Xinjiang is worth visiting.?