Xinjiang is a popular tourist destination during the National Day holiday, offering a wealth of natural scenery and cultural landscapes for tourists to explore.?
In northern Xinjiang, tourists can enjoy the magnificent autumn scenery, such as Kanas Lake, known as the ‘Pure Land on Earth,’ with its colorful lake water, making it an excellent choice for boating or hiking. Hemu Village, an original Tuwa village, captivates visitors with its morning beauty, and tourists can also experience local folklore and cuisine. In addition, Baihaba Village, known as the ‘First Village in the Northwest,’ features distinctive wooden architecture and equally breathtaking surrounding scenery.?
. The Duku Highway and S101 Highway are also paradises for explorers, offering views of various landscapes such as Yardang, Danxia, Gobi, canyons, and alpine meadows along the way.?
Southern Xinjiang attracts tourists with its exotic charm and magnificent scenery. Kashgar Old City, with its earth-yellow buildings that are unique in style, offers tourists the opportunity to feel the lifestyle of the Uyghur people as they wander through the alleys. The Taklamakan Desert, the world’s second-largest shifting sand desert, offers exciting activities such as camel riding, desert off-roading, and watching sunrises and sunsets. The Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb, with its magnificent architecture and Uyghur characteristics, is a great place to learn about the historical story of the Fragrant Concubine.?
During the National Day holiday, major scenic spots in Xinjiang usually welcome a surge of tourists. For example, Kashgar Old Town scenic area received a large number of tourists during the previous National Day holiday and achieved significant growth.?
. Therefore, when planning their itinerary, tourists are advised to book tickets and accommodation in advance to avoid crowds during peak hours.?
In addition, the climate and geographical conditions in Xinjiang are relatively special, so tourists should be fully prepared before heading there. For example, there is a large temperature difference in northern Xinjiang during autumn, so tourists should bring sufficient warm clothing. Meanwhile, due to Xinjiang’s vast territory and the long distances between attractions, it is recommended that tourists choose to rent a car or drive themselves to arrange their itinerary more flexibly.?
In general, Xinjiang provided tourists with a diverse range of travel experiences during the National Day holiday. Whether it is natural scenery or cultural landscapes, they are all worth exploring.?
