In May, Xinjiang is suitable for traveling to places such as Sayram Lake, Karajun Grassland, Nalati, Qiaxi Grassland, Kanas, Hemu, Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Mazha Village, and Kumtag Desert.?
Sayram Lake: Known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, in May, you can still witness the miraculous sight of ice pushing. Snow-capped mountains surround the azure lake, while the grassland by the lake is lush and green with wildflowers blooming, making it a must-visit destination.?
Karajun Grassland: In early May, Karajun Grassland is already lush and green, with wildflowers blooming in the latter half of the month, resembling a fairyland of green fields. It turns into a sea of flowers, ranging from tulips to wild peonies, and then to golden lotus and iris, each a masterpiece of nature.?
Nalati: From April to June, the wildflowers in Nalati bloom in competition, transforming the aerial grassland into an aerial garden of great beauty. With grasslands, valleys, forests, and other natural landscapes, it is a paradise for nature lovers.?
Qiaxi Grassland: In mid-to-late May, Qiaxi Grassland resembles the setting of the movie ‘Heidi’ with its grasslands, forests, and snow-capped mountains, creating a breathtakingly beautiful landscape.?
Kanas and Hemu: In May, the ice and snow in Kanas gradually melt, revealing azure lakes and lush forests. Hemu, on the other hand, boasts a beautiful scenery of distant snow-capped mountains, lawns, wooden cabins, and streams, and you can even see the Milky Way at night.?
Tianshan Heavenly Lake: The first stop in Xinjiang, the scenery becomes more beautiful as you go higher. It is a must-visit stop for tourists in Xinjiang.?
Mazha Village: This is an ancient Uyghur village that passes through the Huoyan Mountain Canyon, imbued with rich ethnic customs. It’s a thousand-year-old village that can be walked through in its entirety, making it ideal for photography.?
Kumtag Desert: This is the desert closest to the city. Watching the sunset over the desert at 6 pm is breathtakingly beautiful. You can also experience activities such as sandboarding, off-roading, and camel riding.?
In addition, attractions such as the Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon, Qiongkushitai, Kuerdining, Kashgar Old Town, Aktas Grassland, Zhaosu Jade Lake, and Kexiu Glacier Forest Park are also worth visiting.?
. These places each have their own unique characteristics, with magnificent canyons, pristine villages, abundant grassland landscapes, and unique ethnic cultures, all of which allow tourists to experience the distinctive charm of Xinjiang.?