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Kashgar·Taxian｜The wind is from the far west of Karakul Lake

Hi, I am Big Pear～ About Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau in Xinjiang It is the memory of freedom and shock in southern Xinjiang Crossing more than 4000 kilometers To the far west In the half-cloudy and half-sunny Karakul Lake is just like its name In the Kirgiz language, it means "black lake" It turns black in the thunder and lightning And it turns back to blue when the sun is shining On the seemingly barren land Because of the embedding of this large liquid It has created some different shocks In the distance, the "father of the glacier" Mustag Peak Gonger, Gonger Jiubie Peak The standing figure is to prove the name of Kunlun In such a wild and unrestrained landscape If you become a slave to freedom like Allen It can also be relieved 🗺️：Karakul Lake·Mustag Peak in Tashkurgan County, Kashgar, Xinjiang 🚴：It is recommended to drive by yourself ⚠️：The lake is very big 🎫：44 meters There are horses and camels🐫 You can also go around the lake to find wild spots to enjoy the view The wind is very strong, please pay attention to safety

8-Day Tour of Southern Xinjiang

Kashgar: A millennium-old city sleeping in the desert sands. One hasn't truly been to Xinjiang without visiting Kashgar, a statement full of vigor that is still written on the walls of the ancient city to this day. Here, you can experience the local customs and the warmth of the Uyghur people, as well as taste the unique cuisine of Xinjiang! The famous Handarwaza Food Street is located in the East District. All are delicious Xinjiang foods, from yogurt shaved ice to yogurt zongzi, from spicy lamb trotters to grilled kebabs, Kashgar is also the city with the latest sunset~ The sun still shines warmly at 9:30 pm as you stroll through the ancient city~ Aimlessly wandering through the Kashgar ancient city, which is like a maze, every window, every door, every alley, and every shop is full of exotic charm~ : Day 1: From all over the country to Kashgar Day 2: Kashgar - Kashgar Ancient City - Id Kah Mosque - Hundred-Year-Old Teahouse Day 3: Kashgar - White Sand Mountain - White Sand Lake - Karakul Lake - Tashkurgan Day 4: Taxkorgan County - Panlong Ancient Path - Kangxiwa Village - Bandier Lake - Almaliq Village - Taxkorgan County Day 5: Tashkurgan - Golden Beach - Stone City - Oytag Glacier Park - Kashgar Day 6: Kashgar - Shache Royal Mansion - Yerqiang Khan Mausoleum - Shache Day 7: Shache - Yingjisha Pottery Village - Kashgar Day 8: Kashgar - Back to all over the country

South Xinjiang | Exploring the Mystery of the "Monster" in Karakul Lake

I finally arrived at the other side of the Anywhere Door, Karakul Lake. Karakul Lake is a typical plateau lake, with an average altitude of about 3,560 meters. The "Father of Glaciers," Muztagh Ata, stands to the east of the lake, while the winding Sarikol mountain range lies to the west. Karakul Lake is like a pearl of the plateau, nestled between the blue sky, white clouds, glaciers, and snow-capped mountains. With the changing winds, it can be as calm as water or as choppy as the sea. Under the sunlight, the reflection of Muztagh Ata in Karakul Lake makes the healing scenery even more picturesque. 📖The Legend of Karakul Lake Karakul Lake is also known as the "Color-changing Lake" because its water changes color with the seasons and time. Legend has it that the color changes are due to a monster in the lake, and this legend has been around for over a thousand years. The Tang Dynasty monk Xuanzang passed by here on his pilgrimage, calling it the "Great Dragon Pool" where a giant Jiao (a mythical dragon-like creature) lurks. There is still no real explanation for the mystery of the monster, and this mysterious place keeps many tourists coming back with endless fantasies. Karakul Lake is 200 kilometers from Kashgar, and the journey passes through the Baishe Lake scenic area, taking about four hours by car. Classic one-day tour route: Baishe Lake ➡️ Muztagh Ata ➡️ Karakul Lake 🎫Ticket: 45 ⌚️Opening hours: 10:00-20:00 📍Address: Karakul Lake Scenic Area, Bulungkol Township, Akto County, Kizilsu Kirghiz Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang

My friend thought I went abroad, but actually, this is Southern Xinjiang

Some love the natural beauty🏞️, some love the worldly human touch🔥, then come to Southern Xinjiang. Come to see the lakes, the plateau, the snow-capped mountains🏔️... to appreciate the majestic beauty of Southern Xinjiang. Stroll through the ancient city of Kashgar🚶🏻‍♂️, feel the exotic atmosphere, the human touch... · 🎀Essential Attractions 📍Kashgar Old Town If you haven't been to Kashgar, you haven't been to Xinjiang. As a city full of exotic charm in our country, this city of more than 2000 years has been guarded by Ban Chao, passed by Xuanzang, and visited by Marco Polo, with historical traces everywhere. · 📍Red Mountain Gorge An undeveloped little secret㊙️, locals call it 'Bubble Gorge'. Entering it is like arriving on an alien planet, a great spot for taking photos that are out of this world. · 📍White Sand Lake The shining pearl on the Pamir Plateau, half is the sprawling desert🏜️, half is the azure lake water. · 📍Muztagh Ata & Karakul Lake The 'Father of Glaciers' on the Pamir Plateau, a snow mountain that you can get close to, with a huge glacier in front and a heart-shaped❤️ ice lake at your feet. · 📍Panlong Ancient Town After walking through 600+ winding paths of the Panlong ancient trail, from then on, life is a smooth journey. · 📍Bandier Blue Lake The sparkling sapphire on the Pamir Plateau. · 📍Stone City An epic left in ruins, it is the last pass from the Central Plains to Western Asia, and a witness to the profound history of the ancient Silk Road. · 📍Oytag Glacier Also known as 'Kizilsu Glacier Park'. Known as the 'Little Ili' of Southern Xinjiang, with snow-capped mountains, forests, meadows, you can look up to see the glacier up close, and there are herders driving cattle🐏 grazing under the snow mountains🌿. · 🚗Itinerary D1: Kashgar airport pick-up—City walk in Kashgar Old Town D2: Kashgar—Hiking in Red Mountain Gorge—White Sand Lake—Muztagh Ata Karakul Lake—Taxkorgan D3: Taxkorgan—Panlong Ancient Town—Bandier Blue Lake—Taxkorgan D4: Taxkorgan—Stone City—Jincaotan—Buzhou Mountain Camp D5: Buzhou Mountain—Oytag Glacier—Disband in Kashgar · ⭕Tips ✅A border pass is required to go to Taxkorgan, remember to get it!! ✅The temperature difference between morning and evening in Xinjiang is very large, remember to bring warm clothes!! ✅There are deserts in Southern Xinjiang, with strong ultraviolet rays, so make sure to protect yourself from the sun🌞 ✅Some areas are at high altitudes, do not engage in strenuous exercise to avoid altitude sickness ✅There are many ethnic minorities in Southern Xinjiang, when in Rome, do as the Romans do, respect their culture to avoid discomfort · 💗About Us 38 Degrees Travel, pure fun trips that keep you addicted to the world🌏~

White Sand Lake also has blue ice! Breathtakingly beautiful!

Unexpectedly, visiting the White Sand Mountain-White Sand Lake Scenic Area in winter brings new surprises. The ice-covered White Sand Lake is like a dream island. Under the sunlight, it is dazzlingly blue, strikingly blue. The lake surface is cut into pieces like a puzzle. The beauty is breathtaking. The whole world suddenly falls silent. Listen carefully. It is the slight crisp cracking sound of walking on the ice. At this moment, White Sand Lake made me understand the meaning of eternal existence. 🛬【Travel Guide】: 1. You can fly drones here, and the photos are stunning! 2. Best time to view blue ice: December to February of the following year 3. Wear non-slip shoes! In winter, the temperature is minus 1.20 degrees, be sure to bring hats, gloves, etc. 4. Be careful when walking on the ice

South Xinjiang | Exploring the Mystery of the "Monster" in Karakul Lake

I finally arrived at the other side of the Anywhere Door, Karakul Lake. Karakul Lake is a typical plateau lake, with an average altitude of about 3,560 meters. The "Father of Glaciers," Muztagh Ata, stands to the east of the lake, while the winding Sarikol mountain range lies to the west. Karakul Lake is like a pearl of the plateau, nestled between the blue sky, white clouds, glaciers, and snow-capped mountains. With the changing winds, it can be as calm as water or as choppy as the sea. Under the sunlight, the reflection of Muztagh Ata in Karakul Lake makes the healing scenery even more picturesque. 📖The Legend of Karakul Lake Karakul Lake is also known as the "Color-changing Lake" because its water changes color with the seasons and time. Legend has it that the color changes are due to a monster in the lake, and this legend has been around for over a thousand years. The Tang Dynasty monk Xuanzang passed by here on his pilgrimage, calling it the "Great Dragon Pool" where a giant Jiao (a mythical dragon-like creature) lurks. There is still no real explanation for the mystery of the monster, and this mysterious place keeps many tourists coming back with endless fantasies. Karakul Lake is 200 kilometers from Kashgar, and the journey passes through the Baishe Lake scenic area, taking about four hours by car. Classic one-day tour route: Baishe Lake ➡️ Muztagh Ata ➡️ Karakul Lake 🎫Ticket: 45 ⌚️Opening hours: 10:00-20:00 📍Address: Karakul Lake Scenic Area, Bulungkol Township, Akto County, Kizilsu Kirghiz Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang

Xinjiang | Discover the secrets of the Aoyi Takte Red Valley in Southern Xinjiang's Pamir Plateau

It's true that every landscape in Southern Xinjiang is stunning! ⛰️ You must visit the Aoyi Takte Red Valley!! It's absolutely incredible! It feels like viewing the colorful Danxia landforms, but even more mysterious, and you can step into the entire mountain, surrounded by the red hills. This spot is so off the beaten path, there are hardly any tourists. 🔴 The whole Red Valley is very "red," characterized by Yardang landforms. It is constantly sculpted by the forces of nature, water, and wind, creating bizarrely shaped mountains. If you keep walking inside, it feels like you could go on for a long time... It was too hot in the summer, so we only stayed for about half an hour~ - 🚗 Sharing our Southern Xinjiang chartered car itinerary: Day1⃣️: Kashgar—Aoyi Takte Glacier Park—Aoyi Takte Red Mountain—Baisha Lake Day2⃣️: Ancient Stone City—Panlong Valley Road—Bandier Blue Lake—Taxkorgan Day3⃣️: Muztagh Ata Glacier Park—Karakul Lake—Kashgar

10-Day Quality Tour of Southern Xinjiang's Small Circuit

Autumn in Xinjiang offers more than just the 'best of autumn scenery' in Northern Xinjiang's Kanas; Southern Xinjiang also boasts landscapes that are no less beautiful than those of Kanas. 90% of China's Populus euphratica trees are in Xinjiang And 90% of Xinjiang's Populus euphratica are in Southern Xinjiang!! Every golden October) The Tarim River turns into a fairy-tale world as far as the eye can see, a golden expanse...... A must-visit to appreciate the Populus euphratica forest Luntai Tarim Populus euphratica Forest Xinjiang's largest original Populus euphratica forest park, where the strong autumn winds tint the forest with shades of yellow and red. The stubborn and poignant Populus euphratica trees in the Tarim River, and the vintage train traveling along the tracks through the golden forest, are incredibly dreamy. Loulan Village A paradise that encompasses desert, lakes, Populus euphratica forests, and grasslands. Here, one can appreciate the golden quality of natural landscapes such as the desert Tarim River and Populus euphratica trees, as well as experience the folk customs of the Loulan people. Hulu Island Populus euphratica Forest A niche Populus euphratica forest landscape, a bend in the lower reaches of the Tarim River offers a bird's-eye view of a lake shaped like a gourd. In this desert oasis, the Populus euphratica trees grow along the bank like spirits. Sha Yan Zhou An area that combines wetland Populus euphratica, Gobi Populus euphratica, desert Populus euphratica, and water Populus euphratica into a comprehensive cultural landscape for holiday tourism, featuring Populus euphratica, the Tarim River, lakes (reservoirs), wetlands, waterbirds (sand geese), nomadic (sheep herding), and wildlife. 10-Day Southern Xinjiang Route Recommendation D1: Kashgar - Airport drop-off D2: Kashgar - White Sand Lake - Karakul Lake - Taxkorgan D3: Taxkorgan - Panlong Ancient Path - Jinhua Beach Stone City - Kashgar D4: Kashgar - Kashgar Old Town - Mosque - Xiangfei Tomb - Kashgar D5: Kashgar - Shache Ancient City - Hotan D6: Hotan - Yulong River - Desert Highway - Aksu D7: Aksu - Luntai Populus euphratica Forest - Luntai D8: Luntai - Loulan Village - Hejing D9: Hejing - Bosten Lake - Urumqi D10: Urumqi - Airport drop-off Tips for Traveling in Southern Xinjiang 1. Pay attention to sun protection! Wear long-sleeved clothing as much as possible to avoid direct exposure of the skin to the sun 2. Most of the ethnic minorities in Southern Xinjiang are simple and enthusiastic, and the overall environment is very safe, with public security being more reliable than you might imagine 3. Xinjiang is a place where ethnic minorities live, and Southern Xinjiang is an area with a dense population of ethnic minorities. When you arrive in Southern Xinjiang, try to 'do as the Romans do' to avoid unpleasant travel experiences 4. There are deserts in Southern Xinjiang with strong ultraviolet rays, so bring sun protection clothing if possible to avoid sunburn

South Xinjiang | Baisha Lake | Every encounter is just in time

🔻One side is the lake, one side is the beach, one side is the snow mountain❗️, we went to the recommended north shore of Baisha Lake, compared to the south shore full of buses and tourists, indeed there are fewer people, and it's better for taking pictures. Next, we went to Karakul Lake under the Mustag Peak, which also made us cry with its beauty😭 We didn't go up to the Mustag Peak glacier, my husband and I, two lazy people, felt that taking pictures by the lake was already enough, haha. About clothes, personally, I think wearing white clothes under the snow mountain lake is quite photogenic, bring down jackets in this season, it's really cold when the wind blows. Let's talk about yaks❗️Yaks are super obedient❗️ 💰Cost: ▫️Riding a yak: 30 ▫️Riding a yak: 50 Baisha Lake It's a 2-hour drive from Kashgar, it's recommended to drive by yourself, it's very free to stop and go on the road 【I will sort out a self-driving guide from Kashgar to Taxian later】

Kashgar·Taxian｜The wind is from the far west of Karakul Lake

Hi, I am Big Pear～ About Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau in Xinjiang It is the memory of freedom and shock in southern Xinjiang Crossing more than 4000 kilometers To the far west In the half-cloudy and half-sunny Karakul Lake is just like its name In the Kirgiz language, it means "black lake" It turns black in the thunder and lightning And it turns back to blue when the sun is shining On the seemingly barren land Because of the embedding of this large liquid It has created some different shocks In the distance, the "father of the glacier" Mustag Peak Gonger, Gonger Jiubie Peak The standing figure is to prove the name of Kunlun In such a wild and unrestrained landscape If you become a slave to freedom like Allen It can also be relieved 🗺️：Karakul Lake·Mustag Peak in Tashkurgan County, Kashgar, Xinjiang 🚴：It is recommended to drive by yourself ⚠️：The lake is very big 🎫：44 meters There are horses and camels🐫 You can also go around the lake to find wild spots to enjoy the view The wind is very strong, please pay attention to safety

Karakul Lake

🚕 Getting There - hire a private car from Kashgar ancient city - lots of interesting places to stop on the way. about 3 1/2 hours from Kashgar 🏔 Attractions - beautiful views of the lake and snow capped mountains at an altitude of 3645 meters. You can ride a horse or llama for 100rmb an hour if you like. Ticket entry costs 40rmb and there are parking and restroom facilities 🛖 Hotels - I did not see any but I heard that it’s possible to stay in a yurt in the village across the lake 🍽 Food & Restaurants - There are some simple spots to buy chuar and drinks 📿Shopping - There are stones and beaded jewelry for sale

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The Eye of Pamir is also frozen, but I saw the frost flowers

Muztagh Volcano Located in Akto County, Kizilsu Kirghiz Autonomous Prefecture, Pamir Plateau, western Xinjiang, there is a volcano mouth Known as the 'Eye of Pamir' A thousand and five hundred years ago, the volcano erupted here The erupted magma changed the color of this land to be colorful After thousands of years of time and frost The natural landscape is particularly magnificent . Unlike the usual towering mountain-like volcano mouth The terrain here is as magical as a plain The winding river flows through the volcano mouth Flocks of cattle and sheep wander around Overlooking from the sky, you can see the different colors of water in the volcano mouth And we didn't do any strategy for this trip I didn't expect the volcano mouth to freeze in winter at all . What replaces it Is the steaming fog of the volcano mouth Is the frost flowers formed on the grass beach Is the wild rabbit suddenly popping out of the snow Is the loss of different seasonal scenery It's also an unexpected gain . ⚠️Almost all the venues are chartered in the off-season, and the temperature is surprisingly cold. The toilets at the entrance are temporarily closed, and the shops in the scenic area are also closed; ⚠️From the entrance of the scenic area to the volcano mouth, you need to walk a few hundred meters of cement road (you can choose to ride a horse in the peak season), and you need to walk a long trestle road to the scenic spot sign (Eye of Pamir); ⚠️The weather was very good that day, the sun was slightly warmer, it is recommended to take pictures after 11 o'clock (very cold)

The Eye of Pamir - Muztagh Ata Crater

The Muztagh Ata Crater is located in Muztagh Township, Akto County, Kizilsu Kirghiz Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. It is known as 'The Eye of Pamir', consisting of more than a dozen scattered dormant volcanic craters. The surrounding area features the continuous snow peaks of the Kunlun Mountains, offering a spectacular view! Transportation: Self-driving is the way to go.

The autumn in Tashkurgan is more beautiful than the pictures

In October, we went to Tashkurgan. Under the tall and majestic Sarikol Range, on the golden meadow, flocks of sheep are leisurely enjoying the gifts of nature in the autumn sun. The vast meadow and the colorful plateau willows are dressed up in their mature and full colors, making the plateau charming and colorful. The volcano mouth of Mujin Township is amazing, the eighteen Arhats snow mountain lined up, the river winding around the fragrant fields, the moon shines on the forest like sleet. Bai Sha Lake is the best time of the day, whether it is the north shore or the south shore, the wind is so strong that it blows away the gathered clouds, and you can see a little sunshine, the lake water is clear. On a cloudy day, we stayed in a homestay and met Mustagh, through the floor-to-ceiling windows, you can see Gongger Peak and Karakul Lake, and the godfather of glaciers, Mustagh Mountain. Due to the weather, the Mustagh Glacier Park was closed, so we went to the Taman Wetland, the Taman Tree Hole, and the autumn Toghran Village, watching the little sheep shaking their little butts on the golden beach to eat grass. Although the weather is not beautiful, the golden willow trees are still brilliant.

The Eye of Pamir is also frozen, but I saw the frost flowers

🌋Have you seen the 'Eye of Pamir' on the Pamir Plateau in Xinjiang? 🌋The Muztagh volcano mouth, located in Akto County, Kizilsu Kirghiz Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, is known as the 'Eye of Pamir'. 🌋A thousand and five hundred years ago, the volcano erupted here, and the lava that gushed out changed the color of this land to be colorful. After thousands of years of time and wind and frost, the natural landscape here is particularly magnificent. ✨Unlike the usual towering mountain-like volcano mouths, the terrain here is as magical as a plain. ✨The winding river flows through the volcano mouth, and herds of cattle and sheep wander around. ✨From a high altitude, you can see the different colors of water in the volcano mouth. ❄️We didn't do any strategy for this trip, and we didn't expect that the volcano mouth in winter would freeze. ❄️So, what we saw was no longer the colorful earth, but the steaming fog in the volcano mouth, the frost flowers formed on the grass beach, the wild rabbits suddenly appearing in the snow, and the loss and unexpected gains of different seasonal scenery. ⚠️The off-season is almost all-inclusive, and the temperature is surprisingly cold. The toilets at the entrance are temporarily closed, and the shops in the scenic area are also closed. ⚠️It takes a few hundred meters of cement road from the entrance of the scenic area to the volcano mouth (you can choose to ride a horse in the peak season), and you need to walk a long trestle road to the scenic spot sign (Eye of Pamir). ⚠️The weather was very good that day, the sun was slightly warmer, and it is recommended to take pictures after 11 o'clock (it's cold).

Mustagh Glacier Park | Experience the majestic beauty of the "Father of Glaciers" up close

Mustagh Glacier Park is located under the skirt of the world-famous "Father of Icebergs" - the 7546-meter-high Mustagh Peak🏔️ in Tashkurgan County. The park covers an area of 20 square kilometers, 72 kilometers away from the county seat, 12 kilometers away from the 314 National Road, with an average altitude of 5000 meters, and the beautiful "Green Bow Lake" stays here. Visitors can see the majesty of the glacier, the beauty of the ice snake, the colorful ice tower, ice cave, the tenderness and coldness of the four-layer ice lake. You can also watch strange mountains and rocks, strange flowers and grasses, and precious Ye animals. ✅Location Navigation: Mustagh Glacier Park Opening hours: 12:00-18:00 (entry is prohibited after 17:30) ✅Tickets: 🌟Free entry during the trial operation period (the specific charge time is unclear) 🌟Horse riding: 100 yuan/person one way, 200 yuan/person round trip ✅Transportation: 👉Outside the park: about 220 kilometers from Kashgar, about 4 hours by car🚙; about 70 kilometers from Tashkurgan, about 1 hour by car (public transportation is inconvenient, it is recommended to drive, carpool or charter) 👉Inside the park: After entering the scenic area by car, there is a 10-kilometer gravel road, it is recommended to use an off-road vehicle🚙, there may be hidden ice on a section of the road. It is 1 kilometer walk from the parking lot to the mountain top viewing platform, the whole journey is uphill, easy to high anti. The whole journey takes about 3 hours, and walking takes about 1 hour (those who are prone to high anti should choose horse riding to save strength). 🔗Precautions: ①Bring windproof and warm clothing ②Sunglasses (to prevent snow blindness) ③Snickers/Chocolate🍫/Red Bull (to prevent high anti + increase strength) ④It is best not to go for the elderly and those with heart disease When you come to the glacier, its strong and majestic momentum comes oncoming, as if the whole world is under its control. The closer you get, the more you can feel the insignificance and fragility of humans in nature.

Mustagh Ata is located at the border of Akto County and Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China, with an altitude of 7546, which is majestic and tall

Mustagh Ata is located at the border of Akto County and Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China, with an altitude of 7546, its majestic and tall body stands proudly on the Pamir Plateau. The hanging glacier, like the silver beard fluttering in front of the chest, is therefore known as the 'Father of Icebergs'.

A place where the temperature drops in a second, the Mustag Glacier Park

After admiring the highest altitude lake in Xinjiang - Karakul Lake, we continue to head west. Traveling 30 kilometers along National Highway 314, we arrived at the Mustag Glacier Park. Fortunately, the park is open as usual. It's so comfortable to come to Xinjiang at this time, with few tourists. The altitude of the terminal parking lot is 4512 meters. After arriving, there is a 900-meter walk to the glacier viewing platform, with the highest altitude of 4688 meters. Here you can feel the majesty of the glacier and touch the glacier with your own hands. The park is located in Tashkurgan County, under the skirt of the world-famous 'Father of Icebergs' Mustag Peak. The peak is covered with snow all year round, forming glaciers, composed of several peaks, among which Gongger Peak is 7649 meters above sea level, Gongger Jiubie Peak is 7530 meters high, and Mustag Peak is 7546 meters high. Mustag Peak blocks the westward route from China, and only by bypassing Mustag Peak from the north and south can you enter Tajikistan and Pakistan respectively. These are also the two routes that Xuanzang took when he went west and returned. After seeing the glacier, we continue to drive west along National Highway 314. The glacier park is 70 kilometers away from the county town, passing through the port to Tajikistan - Karasu Port. The scenery along the way is beautiful! 【Destination Guide】 Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County, meaning 'Stone City', is an autonomous county under the jurisdiction of Kashgar Region in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and is also a border county located in the eastern part of the Pamir Plateau. The Karakoram Corridor of Kashmir is actually governed by this county. Tashkurgan is located in the southwestern part of Xinjiang, in the eastern part of the Pamir Plateau. The world's second highest peak, K2, and the famous snow mountain Mustag Peak with an altitude of 7546 meters are located in the south and north of the county. It borders Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, with a border line of 888.5 kilometers; it is adjacent to Yecheng, Shache and Akto County of Kizilsu Kirghiz Autonomous Prefecture. The total area of the county is 25,000 square kilometers. It is the junction of the Karakoram and Hindu Kush mountain ranges, with continuous snow peaks and crisscrossing gullies in the territory. The terrain slopes from southwest to northeast, and the mountains extend from southwest to northeast. The main rivers are Tashkurgan River, Taheman River, Wacha River and Kuleqing River, and the river replenishment is mainly based on the melting of high mountain glaciers and snow.

Mustag 1 Glacier Free Charter Play

Location coordinates📍: Mustag 1 Glacier Ticket price🎫: Free, but need locals to lead up, the road barriers are locked Opening hours⏰: All day Transportation route🚗: Need to find a local leader Scenic area introduction📙: Everyone goes to Xinjiang only to Mustag Glacier Park, which is the 4th glacier, known as the "Father of Glaciers", with an altitude of over 4,000 meters of perennial glaciers. But the 1st glacier I recommend today feels simply YYDS after my experience Recommended reason✅: - Can touch the ice at close range, now the 4th glacier has built a fence and is guarded, not allowed to go down, not fun. And the 1st glacier does not belong to the scenic area, no one is in charge, and you can take pictures with the ice at will - Few people charter, the ice is very clean, the surrounding scenery is also good, it is the most satisfying place for my trip to Xinjiang - The brother's house in Subash Village where I live here is very warm, and I can herd sheep, drive cattle, pick up glacier water, drink salty milk tea, eat buns with my brother, it is a very good experience Precautions⚠️: There is a certain altitude, don't talk loudly and run to avoid high anti, all are ice and snow, the sun is dazzling, it is recommended to wear sunglasses, otherwise you really can't open your eyes. The wind is very strong and it's quite cold, so wear more The most important thing is to find a reliable leader. The road is very steep and requires strong driving skills. Don't drive by yourself, you can't go up by yourself Nearby food🍲: I ate at the homestay brother's house in Subash Village, the yak meat is very soft, the salty milk tea makes me miss, all kinds of dried fruits are too fragrant