There are many great places to visit in Xinjiang during May Day. Here are some recommended attractions and routes:?
First of all, Tianchi of Tianshan Mountains is a must-visit attraction. As a 5A-level scenic area, Tianchi of Tianshan Mountains is an excellent destination for leisure and summer retreats due to its beautiful mountain and water scenery. The lake water is clear, surrounded by mountains, creating a magnificent scenery that makes people reluctant to leave?
Secondly, Sayram Lake is also one of the famous attractions in Xinjiang. It is known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, with sapphire-blue lake water surrounded by snow-capped mountains and beautiful scenery. From May to June, the lake water of Sayram Lake resembles sapphire, with small yellow flowers blooming all around, creating a stunning landscape and an excellent location for taking photos?
In addition, Nalati Grassland is also an important tourist attraction in Xinjiang. As a 5A-level scenic area, Nalati Grassland integrates grassland, valleys, and forests, and is known as the ‘Green Island of Tianshan’. In summer, the grassland resembles a green carpet dotted with wildflowers of different colors, and riding horses across the grassland can instantly brighten one’s mood?
In addition to the aforementioned attractions, there are many other worthwhile destinations such as Jiangbulake Grassland, Kumtag Desert, Turpan Flaming Mountain, Karakul Lake, Duku Highway, and Kanas Lake. Jiangbulake Grassland is known as a natural oxygen bar, while Kumtag Desert is a desert that is in close contact with the city, full of challenges and fun. Turpan Flaming Mountain is famous for its unique landforms, while Karakul Lake is known as the ‘Color-Changing Lake’ because its lake water changes color with the seasons. Duku Highway is an excellent self-driving route with breathtaking scenery, offering views of the majestic Tianshan Mountains along the way. Kanas Lake attracts countless tourists with its unique natural scenery and rich ecological resources?
In terms of itinerary planning, you can choose multiple routes to combine and play. For example, you can arrive in Urumqi on the first day to visit the Grand Bazaar and taste Xinjiang cuisine; on the second day, head to Sayram Lake; on the third day, go to Tianchi to enjoy the beautiful mountain and water scenery; on the fourth day, visit Kanas Lake to appreciate the lake and mountain scenery; finally, return to Urumqi to visit the attractions in the city?
Or choose the route of Sayram Lake + in-depth Yili to experience the strong spring atmosphere in northern Xinjiang?
In short, the options for traveling in Xinjiang during May Day are very rich, whether it is natural scenery or cultural landscapes, they can all broaden one’s horizons and provide a wealth of memories. Before traveling, it is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance, understand the local weather and traffic conditions, and prepare necessary travel supplies and sunscreen measures?