Xinjiang Devil City Travel Guide?
Xinjiang Devil City is a unique tourist attraction famous for its distinctive Yadan landform and spectacular sunset scenery. Here is a detailed travel guide to help you plan an unforgettable trip to Xinjiang Devil City.?
1. Tickets and Opening Hours?
The ticket price for the scenic area ranges from 42 yuan/person to 61 yuan/person, and the scenic train fee is 20 yuan/person (some information may vary depending on the season or policy adjustments, please refer to the official announcement for details).?
The opening hours of the scenic area vary by season, generally from 08:30-20:30 from March 1st to August 27th, from 09:30-19:30 from August 28th to October 31st, and from 10:00-18:00 from November 1st to February 28th of the next year.?
2. Travel Route?
It is recommended to take the scenic train within the scenic area for a tour. The scenic train route is 9.8 kilometers long and has multiple stops, including Petroleum Heritage Site, Sphinx, Seven Swordsmen Down to Tian Shan Filming Location, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon Filming Location, and Dinosaur Valley.?
Hikers can also choose to walk, but the distance between stops is about half an hour, so please wear comfortable walking shoes and prepare windproof and sand-proof sunglasses and drinking water.?
3. Travel Suggestions?
Best Time to Visit: It is recommended to enter the scenic area after 18:30, as the light is moderate and perfect for photography. Since there is no shelter in the scenic area and the sunlight is intense during the day, please take sunscreen measures.?
Photography Tips: Wearing red, post-apocalyptic, or cowboy-style clothing goes well with the Yadan landform scenery. If you want to enjoy a panoramic view of Yadan, it is recommended to get off at the Sphinx and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon locations and climb up to the nearby hill, which offers the best view of the entire scenic area.?
Must-Visit Attractions:?
White Camel: At the first stop, you can see white camels, and riding a camel for a photo is a great experience.?
Movie Shooting Locations: The second stop is the shooting location of "Seven Swordsmen Down to Tian Shan", with an observation deck; the third stop is the shooting location of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", where there is the highest observation deck, perfect for taking photos and watching sunsets.?
Dinosaur Park: The fourth stop is the Dinosaur Park, which requires a separate ticket and is suitable for families with children.?
4. Accommodation and Dining?
If time allows, it is recommended to stay in the downtown area of Karamay, where accommodation conditions are better and dining is convenient. There are also options like Western Wuzhen near the gate of the scenic area, but hardware facilities and dining choices are relatively limited.?
5. Transportation Guide?
You can take a bus from "Buerjin Passenger Station" or "Karamay Passenger Station" to "Urho Passenger Station", and then transfer to local transportation to get to Devil City. The departure time of the buses may be adjusted according to actual conditions, please confirm with the driver in advance.?
If you want to go to Devil City, you can also choose a chartered or shared car service, with a round-trip cost of about 40 yuan (prices may vary depending on market conditions).?
By following this guide, you will be able to fully experience the mysterious charm of Xinjiang Devil City and enjoy an unforgettable trip.?