The May Xinjiang travel guide mainly includes the best attractions, climatic characteristics and clothing suggestions, recommended travel routes, and more.?
I. Best Attractions?
In May in Xinjiang, the grasslands in the Yili region are lush and wildflowers are blooming in competition, making it an excellent time to appreciate natural scenery. Especially at Sayram Lake, the ice and snow begin to melt at this time, and the azure lake water contrasts beautifully with the surrounding snowy mountains, creating a breathtaking view. Additionally, the Nalati aerial grassland is also a must-visit attraction in May, with wildflowers beginning to bloom in colorful hues, resembling a painting?
II. Climatic Characteristics and Clothing Suggestions?
The climatic characteristic of Xinjiang in May is the large temperature difference between morning and night, with the saying ‘wearing a fur coat in the morning and a gauze shirt in the afternoon’. Therefore, it is necessary to dress in layers and adjust clothing flexibly. In the morning and evening, wear thicker clothing such as a windbreaker or a lightweight down jacket; in the afternoon, you can change to a lightweight and breathable T-shirt or shirt. For footwear, it is recommended to choose comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes to better explore the attractions?
III. Recommended Travel Routes?
A classic May travel route in Xinjiang starts from Urumqi, passes through the S101 Danxia National Defense Highway to Jinghe, then proceeds to Sayram Lake and Guozigou Bridge, and finally arrives in Yining. In Yining, you can admire the lavender fields in Huocheng, and then proceed to Qiongkushitai and Tekes. Afterwards, you can drive to Kurdening and finally return to Urumqi to end the trip. This route covers the most beautiful natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang in May?
In addition, you can choose to focus on visiting the Nalati scenic area, appreciate the beauty of the aerial grassland, Nalati River, and Forest Park, and experience Kazak activities such as horse riding, archery, and more?
During the trip, attention should also be paid to the time difference in Xinjiang, and time should be arranged reasonably; meanwhile, due to the scattered locations of attractions, it is recommended to visit only 1-2 attractions per day, and slowly enjoy the beautiful scenery of Xinjiang?