Southern Xinjiang in Xinjiang is suitable for tourism throughout the year, while the best time to visit northern Xinjiang is from April to February of the following year. However, the scenery varies in different months, so visitors can choose according to their own preferences.?
Southern Xinjiang:?
Southern Xinjiang is mainly characterized by its cultural ambiance, such as ancient cities, deserts, snow-capped mountains, canyons, plateaus, and ethnic customs, which are basically not affected by seasons. Therefore, it is suitable for tourism throughout the year.?
Especially recommended are the mid-to-late October, when the leaves of the poplar forests in southern Xinjiang turn golden, resembling a golden fairy tale world. It is the best period to view the poplar forests.?
Northern Xinjiang:?
Northern Xinjiang mainly offers natural landscapes with different scenery in different seasons.?
From March to April: The apricot blossoms in Yili are in full bloom, making it the best period to view apricot blossoms.?
From May to August: The grasslands are lush with green grass and flowers everywhere, especially in places like Yili and Nalati Grassland, where the scenery is particularly enchanting.?
From September to October: Northern Xinjiang in autumn is rich in colors. The autumn scenery in places like Kanas and Hemu offers an excellent viewing period for autumn landscapes in China.?
From December to February of the following year: Regions such as Altay and Koktokay are covered in snow, making them a paradise for ski enthusiasts.?
In summary, the tourist months for northern and southern Xinjiang vary due to differences in landscape types and seasonal changes. Tourists can choose suitable travel months based on their own schedules and preferences.?