There is a wealth of information and recommended attractions related to tourism in Xinjiang in 2021. Here are some summaries and recommendations:?
Xinjiang is rich in tourism resources, covering natural scenery, cultural landscapes, and food experiences. For tourists who want to visit Xinjiang in 2021, here are some recommended attractions and travel tips:?
Kanas Scenic Area: This is a famous tourist attraction in Xinjiang. Walking along the Kanas River, you can enjoy the primitive forest of Siberian larch, birch forest scenery, as well as scenic spots such as Shenxianwan (Fairy Valley), Wolongwan (Crouching Dragon Bay), Moon Bay, and Yaze Lake. Kanas Lake is an attraction that cannot be missed.?
Sayram Lake: Sayram Lake is famous for its beautiful natural scenery of alpine lakes and the White Swan Nature Reserve, making it a paradise for photographers. Clear water and blue sky, snow-capped mountain reflections, wildflowers blooming, and cattle and sheep grazing leisurely on the grassland constitute a beautiful picture scroll.?
Tian Chi (Tian Shan Heavenly Lake): Anciently known as ‘Jade Lake’, Tian Chi is a crescent-shaped lake on the north side of Mount Bogda in the Tian Shan Mountains. The lake water is as clear as jade, reflecting Mount Bogda, surrounded by mountains, with scenery like a fairyland. Especially when visiting in the late afternoon, as the light changes, the lake water will appear green near and blue far away, making it even more charming.?
Experience the charm of Southern Xinjiang: Southern Xinjiang is an important node on the Silk Road, with rich historical culture and unique ethnic customs. Kashgar Old Town is an important representative of the microcosm of Uyghur towns. You can stroll through Qiasa Street to feel the charm of the historic old streets; Id Kah Mosque is the largest mosque in Southern Xinjiang and is worth visiting. In addition, places such as the Xiangfei Tomb, the Central and West Asian Trade Market, and Carpet Street all allow you to deeply experience the diverse culture and folk customs of Southern Xinjiang.?
Food not to be missed: The cuisine of Xinjiang is also a major highlight of tourism. Mutton pilaf, roast meat with noodles, mutton skewers, naan-baked meat, kebabs on skewers, stuffed lung and rice sausage, pot meat, pigeon noodle soup, etc., are all unique Xinjiang delicacies worth trying.?
When planning a trip to Xinjiang, it is recommended that tourists arrange their itinerary according to their own time and interests, and can choose to join a group tour or self-drive tour. At the same time, due to the large distances between attractions in Xinjiang, it is recommended to make itinerary planning and hotel reservations in advance to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey.?
Although the above information is based on the tourism situation in Xinjiang in 2021, the natural scenery and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang are long-term and stable, so this information still has certain reference value for tourism in Xinjiang in the coming years.?