October is the golden period for tourism in Xinjiang, especially for autumn appreciation. Here are some detailed suggestions for traveling to Xinjiang in October:
Climate and dressing:
The climate in Xinjiang in October is pleasant, but the temperature difference between morning and night is large, especially in the Altay region, with temperatures ranging from 1°C to 12°C.
, and even the temperature difference can reach over 20°.
It is recommended to wear warm clothing such as lined clothes, windbreakers, jackets, thin sweaters, cotton-padded clothes, or winter coats, and to prepare waterproof shoes and shawls.
Recommended autumn appreciation in Northern Xinjiang:
Kanas: Known as the first among the "Top Ten Autumn Sceneries", it boasts breathtaking scenery and four wonders: lake monster, sea of clouds and Buddha’s light, color-changing lake, and dead wood causeway.
Hemo: A village surrounded by colorful forests, with breathtaking morning mist and starry skies. It is the largest of the three remaining Tuvan villages in the world.
Koktokay: Shepherd’s paradise, golden in autumn, very spectacular.
Colorful Beach: God’s palette, with different scenery on both sides of the river.
Urho Populus euphratica Forest: Ten thousand mu of Populus euphratica forest, glittering with gold, extremely beautiful.
Unique attractions in Southern Xinjiang:
Lop Nur Village: Integrating desert, Tarim River, Populus euphratica forest, lakes, entertainment, and folk customs, it is one of the most worthwhile attractions in Southern Xinjiang.
Wensu Grand Canyon:丹霞 landform in the Tianshan Mountains, the City of Ten Thousand Mountains, known as the King of Canyons.
Kashgar Small Ring Route: Including attractions such as Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Golden Grass Beach, Panlong Ancient Road, etc., it is a highly distinctive tourist route in Southern Xinjiang.
Travel tips:
The autumn scenery of Kanas and Hemo is the most beautiful, like a palette overturned by God. However, the autumn colors come to an end after National Day, so it is recommended to come by National Day at the latest.
Accommodation needs to be booked in advance, especially during holidays.
Some places within the scenic area may have no signal, so it is recommended to bring some cash for convenience.
Itinerary planning suggestions:
Consider arranging a quality trip for retirees, such as an in-depth tour of Kashgar Old Town, a visit to Tajik families, a tour of the Panlong Ancient Road, etc. The whole trip is pure fun and includes unique experiences.
In summary, whether it’s the autumn scenery of Northern Xinjiang or the unique attractions of Southern Xinjiang, both are worth visiting in October. But please pay attention to climate changes and dressing advice to ensure a pleasant trip.