October is a great time to visit Xinjiang. Xinjiang welcomes its golden autumn in October with pleasant weather and picturesque scenery. Both Northern and Southern Xinjiang have unique landscapes worth exploring.?
In Northern Xinjiang, Kanas, Hemu, Baihaba, and other places in the Altay region are great destinations for enjoying autumn. The lakeside scenery of Kanas Lake in October resembles a fairyland on earth.?
, and Kanas’ autumn has been rated as one of the top ten most beautiful autumn scenes by Chinese National Geography.?
In addition, the magnificent scenery of Tianshan Tianchi cannot be missed. The unique autumn colors make the mountains particularly spectacular.?
In Southern Xinjiang, October is also a great time for travel. The Pamir Plateau is cool and crisp in autumn with pleasant weather, and some poplar forests are still ‘blooming’, creating a mesmerizing scenery.?
The Lop Nur Village, Wensu Grand Canyon, Bachu Red Bay Scenic Area, and other places in Southern Xinjiang also have their unique characteristics and are worth visiting.?
In general, Xinjiang in October is enchanting both in its natural landscapes and cultural customs. However, it should be noted that due to Xinjiang’s vast territory, the climate and scenery vary in different regions. Therefore, it is recommended that tourists choose their travel time based on specific locations and make adequate preparations.?