The recommended two-day travel route for Ili is as follows:?
Day 1: Explore the beauty of nature and grasslands?
Nalati Grassland:?
As a representative scenic area of Ili, Xinjiang, Nalati Grassland is known as the "God’s Palette". It boasts magnificent scenery with blue skies, white clouds, meadows, and snow-capped mountains complementing each other. It is suitable for hiking and photography, allowing you to feel the vastness and grandeur of nature.?
Guozigou:?
Located 40 kilometers northeast of Huocheng County and on the necessary route of National Highway 312, Guozigou is 28 kilometers long and famous for its unique canyon scenery. It is known as the "First Scenery of Ili". Here, you can appreciate the depth and steepness of the canyon while taking photos as souvenirs.?
Day 2: Deeply experience culture and nature?
Tangbula Grassland:?
Located in Nilka County, Tangbula Grassland is famous for its vast grasslands and rapeseed flower fields. Tourists can ride horses and enjoy the beauty of nature. In addition, the scenery on the grassland is picturesque, making it a great place for photography and relaxation.?
Ili Old Town Kazanqi Folk Tourism Area:?
After ending a day of nature exploration, you can head to Ili Old Town Kazanqi Folk Tourism Area to experience the rich folk customs. Here, traditional Ili architectural styles and culture are preserved, making it a great place to understand local history and culture.?
(Or replaced with Xiata Tourist Attraction: Located in Zhaosu County, Ili, Xinjiang, it boasts rich natural landscapes and beautiful scenery surrounded by the Tekes River. It is suitable for hiking and photography. With a playing time of about 7 hours, you can fully feel the charm of nature.?
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Additional suggestions?
Accommodation: You can choose Huocheng Yunye Resort or folk-style homestays to enjoy a comfortable environment and warm service.?
Specialties: Huocheng roses, Tekes apples, and Karabula peaches are all local specialties worth trying. They are of superior quality and have unique flavors.?
The above routes combine natural landscapes and cultural experiences, allowing tourists to fully feel the charm and flavor of Ili in just two days. Please choose suitable attractions to visit according to personal interests and schedule.?
