The best travel times in southern Xinjiang are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November).?
In spring, the apricot, peach, and pomegranate flowers in southern Xinjiang bloom in competition, adding a splash of color to tourists’ journeys. Especially from March to April, it is the most beautiful apricot blossom season in Yili, Xinjiang, and the beautiful scenery of the apricot blossoms is enchanting. Besides Yili, the Pamir Plateau is also a great place to appreciate apricot blossoms, where the apricot blossoms have a desolate and solitary beauty, distinct from others.?
In autumn, southern Xinjiang is filled with the fragrance of fruits and vegetables, and the climate is pleasant, making it ideal for visiting and experiencing local folk customs. Especially in the middle to late October, the leaves of the poplar forest in southern Xinjiang turn golden, resembling a golden fairy tale world, and it is an excellent period for sightseeing and photography.?
In addition, the tourist attractions in southern Xinjiang are also very abundant. Tourists can visit the Kashgar Old Town to feel the charm of the labyrinthine old streets; admire the beautiful scenery of Baisha Lake, where the lake water is like a mirror reflecting the surrounding snow-capped mountains and forests; they can also explore attractions such as the Tahman Wetland, Wensu Grand Canyon, and Shache Old Town, to experience the stunning beauty of nature and the profoundness of history.?
In general, the spring and autumn seasons in southern Xinjiang each have their own unique characteristics and are both the best times to travel. Tourists can choose the suitable travel season and attractions according to their own interests and schedules.?