July is an excellent choice for traveling to Xinjiang, as the scenery is beautiful, the climate is pleasant, and there are many attractions worth visiting.?
Firstly, Tianshan Tianchi is a shining pearl in Xinjiang. In July, the lake water is as green as jade, surrounded by mountains, resembling a fairyland on earth. Tourists can take boats to enjoy the lake scenery or hike up the mountain to explore the mysterious primitive forest and alpine meadows.?
Secondly, Kanas Scenic Area is also a must-visit attraction. It boasts three famous scenic spots: Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. The lake water presents different colors due to seasonal and weather changes, creating a breathtaking view. Tourists can take boats to get close to the lake and feel its clarity and tranquility, or hike through the forest to explore the Tuwa villages and experience the rich ethnic customs.?
In addition, Nalati Grassland is a paradise for horse riding, grazing, and picnicking. In July, the grassland is vast and green, with herds of cattle and sheep, blooming flowers, and a colorful landscape. Tourists can not only ride horses freely but also taste authentic Kazakh cuisine and experience traditional folk activities such as wrestling and archery.?
Meanwhile, Sayram Lake is also one of the famous attractions in Xinjiang, known as "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean". The lake water is clear and blue, contrasting beautifully with the surrounding snow-capped mountains and forests, forming a stunning picture scroll.?
In addition to the aforementioned attractions, there are also many places worth visiting, such as the Duku Highway, Hemu Village, Bayinbrook Grassland, Colorful Beach, Turpan Flaming Mountain, Kashgar Old Town, Tashkurgan, and more. The Duku Highway is known as the "scenic avenue running through the backbone of the Tianshan Mountains", offering views of snow-capped mountains, lakes, canyons, grasslands, and other natural landscapes along the way; Hemu Village boasts blooming wildflowers and a dazzling starry sky at night; Bayinbrook Grassland is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, with perpetual springs; Colorful Beach displays various colors due to different minerals, making it a great place to watch sunsets; Turpan Flaming Mountain is a famous scenic spot from "Journey to the West", where tourists can visit Grape Valley and taste the locally famous grapes and wine; Kashgar Old Town preserves many ancient buildings and traditional handicrafts; Tashkurgan boasts magnificent snowy landscapes and unique Tajik culture.?
During the tour, tourists can also taste the specialty dishes of Xinjiang, such as big plate chicken, naan stuffed with meat, hand-grabbed rice, mutton skewers, grilled lamb chops, yogurt, etc. Meanwhile, due to Xinjiang’s intense UV rays and large diurnal temperature variation, tourists need to take sunscreen measures and remember to bring a jacket. In addition, there is a two-hour time difference between Xinjiang and the mainland, so tourists need to pay attention to adjusting their schedules. When the network is unstable, it is recommended to bring some cash as a backup. Necessary documents include ID cards, driver’s licenses (if self-driving is needed), student IDs (if discounts are applicable), etc.?