Kanas in Xinjiang is a comprehensive eco-tourism area integrating various natural landscapes such as glaciers, snowfields, mountains, rivers, lakes, forests, and grasslands. It is ideal for tourism. Here are some detailed suggestions for visiting Kanas:?
Main Attractions:?
Kanas Lake: This is the essence of the Kanas scenic area. The lake is shaped like a crescent moon, emerald green in color, surrounded by mountains. You can take a boat tour to experience the tranquility and grandeur of the lake, or walk along the plank road to admire the beauty by the lake.?
Guanyutai: It requires climbing 1068 steps, but standing at the highest point offers a panoramic view of the entire Kanas Lake, with breathtaking scenery. You can also enjoy sunrises and sea of clouds in the morning.?
Wolong Bay, Moon Bay, Shenxian Bay: These three bays are classic photo spots in the Kanas scenic area. Wolong Bay has a vast expanse of clear water with a dragon-shaped island in the middle; Moon Bay’s river bend forms an inverted S-shape, perfect for photos; Shenxian Bay is often shrouded in mist, giving visitors a sense of being in a fairyland.?
Travel Suggestions:?
Transportation: After entering the scenic area, you can take the scenic area bus to various attractions. It takes 40 minutes from the Jiadenyu Service Center to the Kanas Transfer Center. It is recommended to sit on the left side to catch a glimpse of the Three Bays after 20 minutes.?
Tickets: The types and prices of tickets for the Kanas scenic area vary according to the season. It is recommended to book in advance through official channels.?
Lodging: If your budget allows, it is recommended to stay overnight within the scenic area to enjoy the sunset, moon, and starry sky under the snow-capped mountains.?
Dining: There are few restaurants in the scenic area and prices are higher, so it is recommended to bring your own snacks.?
Practical Tips:?
The Kanas scenic area is very large. It is recommended to take a photo of the scenic area preview map in the hall before checking in at the Jiadenyu Service Center for convenient navigation.?
Do not arrange the hike to Guanyutai and the Three Bays on the same day to avoid exhaustion.?
The morning fog in Shenxian Bay does not appear every day. It requires rain the previous day and sunny weather the next day.?
I hope these suggestions can help you better plan your trip to Kanas and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery.?