Traveling to Xinyuan County, Ili, you will experience the perfect fusion of numerous natural and cultural landscapes. Here are some recommended must-visit attractions:
1. Nalati Grassland:
Known as the ‘paradise on earth’, it is one of the world’s four major valley grasslands and one of China’s six most beautiful grasslands.
On the grassland, snow-capped mountains, wildflowers, forests, and canyons intertwine to form a stunningly beautiful painting, making people reluctant to leave.
You can choose to go on a self-driving tour starting from Yining City, with a scenic drive of approximately 2.5 hours.
Multiple tourist routes such as the Aerial Grassland Route, Valley Grassland Route, and Panlong Valley Route are available for you to choose from, each with its unique scenery and experiences.
2. Aerial Grassland:
Located in Nalati Town, Xinyuan County, it is one of the landmark attractions in Xinjiang.
Grasslands, forests, snow-capped mountains, and streams intertwine to form a stunningly beautiful painting, like an emerald descending from heaven.
Attractions such as Tianjie Platform and Nomadic Families allow you to feel the grandeur and harmony of nature.
3. Valley Grassland:
Located near Nalati Town, it is an important tourist route in Xinjiang.
The grassland scenery here differs from the aerial grassland, with an additional touch of humanistic charm.
You can visit attractions such as the Ancient Wusun Ruins and Yitigense to immerse yourself in a rich historical and cultural atmosphere.
4. Xuelian Valley:
Located in Nalati Town, Xinyuan County, it is one of the must-visit attractions in Xinjiang.
The snow-capped mountains, spruces, and streams here constitute a fairyland-like scenery.
You can choose to visit in the morning or evening when the sunlight斜照 (I assume this means ‘obliquely illuminates’) makes Xuelian Valley even more beautiful and enchanting.
5. Other Attractions:
Scenic spots such as Xinghua Valley’s apricot grove and Gongnais Grassland are also worth visiting.
The apricot grove in Xinghua Valley is a utopia-like scene with pink apricot blossoms blooming all over the mountains in spring.
The Gongnais Grassland offers beautiful scenery throughout the four seasons. It is the hometown of Xinjiang fine-wool sheep and also a famous producing area of ‘Tianma – Yili Horses’.
Before setting out, please be sure to make adequate preparations, such as bringing suitable clothing (down jackets, thermal underwear, rain jackets, etc.), as the temperature in Xinyuan County is moderate but the diurnal temperature variation is large.
. In addition, you can purchase tickets and self-driving tour tickets in advance to ensure a smoother travel experience.
. Believe that during your trip to Xinyuan County, Ili, you will definitely gain loads of happiness and wonderful memories!