July is the best time to travel to Yili, Xinjiang, as you can enjoy the beauty of grasslands, snow-capped mountains, forests, lakes, and flower seas at this time.
Yili boasts封神-level mountainous wilderness beauty in July, with ice and snow just melting, green grass and spruce, and by crossing snow-capped mountains and river meadows, you can see cute sheep herds, cabins on green hillsides, and clouds spreading across the sky.
The following are the must-visit attractions and recommended activities for traveling in Yili in July:
Sayram Lake: Known as ‘The Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean’, with sparkling waves on the lake and snow-capped mountains reflected in the distance, it is an excellent spot for taking photos.
Xiata: Here, the altitude is relatively high and the temperature is low, so the grass grows slowly. July is the most beautiful time. Along the way, you can see flower seas of various colors, endless grasslands, dense forests, towering snow-capped mountains, and winding rivers.
Qiongkushitai: A fairy tale-like beautiful village with relatively few tourists, it is a good place for taking photos and enjoying a quiet night.
Nalati Grassland: Stroll through the endless flower sea on the aerial grassland and experience a different grassland style. Although there is almost no snow on the snow-capped mountains in July, the vastness and beauty of the grassland are still worth visiting.
Karajun Grassland: Although there may not be many wildflowers in July, the feeling of the vast grassland is still breathtaking.
Lavender Manor: Known as the ‘Eastern Provence’, you can encounter purple romance here.
In addition, you can also choose the following tourist routes and activities:
8-day Yili Route: Starting from Urumqi, passing through Sayram Lake, Lavender Farm, Xiata, Zhaosu Wetland Park, Qiongkushitai, Karajun Grassland, Nalati Aerial Grassland, Bayinbrook, and other places, finally returning to Urumqi.
Duku Highway: This is a must-experience item on the Yili route. Choose the round-trip route according to road conditions to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.
Grassland Camping: In places like the Karajun Grassland, you can choose to camp on the grassland, enjoy the starry sky and sunset glow at night, and experience the tranquility and beauty of nature.
During the trip, please pay attention to sun protection and warmth, as the weather in Yili in July is changeable, with a large temperature difference between morning and evening. At the same time, in order to protect the environment, please abide by the tourism regulations and do not litter casually.