Xinjiang has many spectacular tourist canyons, among which Yili Anjihai Grand Canyon, Urumqi Tianshan Grand Canyon, Dushanzi Grand Canyon, and Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon are all well worth visiting.?
Yili Anjihai Grand Canyon is famous for its dreamlike scenery and rich geological structures. The mountain bodies here present different colors, representing different minerals and geological eras. The river water shines with an emerald green glow under sunlight, forming a sharp contrast with the black sand and gravel of the riverbank, creating a magnificent and mysterious view of the entire canyon.?
Urumqi Tianshan Grand Canyon is the location of the most complete and most ornamental primitive Tian Shan spruce forest on the northern slope of the Tianshan Mountains, encompassing all the natural landscapes of Xinjiang except for deserts. With snow-capped mountains, forests, lakes, and grassland scenery as the main attractions, the scenery here is fresh and natural, making it a great destination for local residents of Urumqi to visit in the summer.?
Dushanzi Grand Canyon is known as the ‘Secret Realm of Duku, A Marvel of Hundreds of Millions of Years’ and is a national 4A-level scenic area. The canyon landform here was formed after hundreds of millions of years of wind and rain erosion and flash flood scouring, creating a magnificent scene that is perfect for adventure and photography.?
The Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon, located in Aksu Prefecture at a relatively high altitude, is a national 4A-level tourist attraction. With unique canyon landscapes and rich historical and cultural heritage, it is an excellent place to understand the geological history and culture of Xinjiang.?
In addition, Xinjiang also boasts many spectacular canyon landscapes such as the Guozigou Grand Canyon, Kashi Tashkurgan Grand Canyon, Aktau Pamir Grand Canyon, and more. Whether it’s for adventure, photography, or outdoor sports, this place can satisfy tourists’ needs.?