2025 Bayanbulak Grassland Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

💥Bayinbuluke is a transliteration of Mongolian, meaning "abundant spring water". The open grassland, the winding Kaidu River, the soaring eagles, and the lazy grassland animals are all flowing freely in the scenery. 🎈Address: Opposite the Tuerhut Folk Culture Village, National Highway 217, Hejing County, Bayingolin Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region 💵Ticket price: Scenic spot ticket 65 yuan/person, shuttle bus 75 yuan/person The scenic area's self-funded projects include: ① The one-way bus from the Basilik Visitor Center to the Jiuqu Shibawan Observation Deck in the scenic area costs 10 yuan per person, and the round-trip bus costs 20 yuan per person 2. Horseback riding from Basilik Visitor Center to Jiuqu Shibawan Observation Deck 80 yuan/person (round trip) 🍭Attractions during the trip: 💥Bayinbuluke Grassland: As the second largest grassland in China, its vastness and magnificence cannot be described in words. On the grassland, "the wind blows the grass low and you can see cattle and sheep"🐑, and pastoral songs are heard🎵. It is the best place to experience the grassland style. 💥Nine bends and eighteen turns: the location of the famous "9 suns" beauty! The Kaidu River meanders and if you are lucky, you can see 9 sun wonders at sunset. This is also the filming location of the movie "Speeding Life 2" 💥Swan Lake: The water is clear and the surface is like a mirror. Swans live freely here. Every year from June to September, a large number of swans appear on the lake, creating a unique landscape. 💡Tips: 💚The temperature difference between day and night in Bayinbuluke is large, so remember to bring a thick coat and sun protection equipment 💚There are many mosquitoes🦟 on the grassland, it is recommended to bring mosquito repellent to avoid being bitten 💚When taking photos on the grassland, please respect local customs and traditions and do not damage the local ecological environment

Bayinbuluke, located in Bayingolin Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China, is famous for its magnificent natural scenery and unique Mongolian culture. The following is a detailed Bayinbuluke travel guide: 1. Best time to travel • Summer (June-August): The climate is pleasant and the grassland is green and lush 🌱, like a giant green carpet spread by nature. It is the best time to enjoy the grassland scenery. • Autumn (September-October): The grassland gradually turns yellow 🍂, the autumn wind blows, the grass waves undulate, the scenery is unique, and it is suitable for photography enthusiasts to capture unique light and shadow. 2. Transportation • Plane ✈️: The nearest airport is Korla Airport. It is convenient and efficient to take a bus or chartered car from Korla to Bayinbuluke. • Train🚄: You can take a train to Korla or Hejing, and then transfer to a bus or chartered car. You can also enjoy different scenery outside the window along the way. • Self-driving🚗: Starting from Urumqi, drive along the G217 National Highway, the whole journey is about 500 kilometers. The scenery along the way is beautiful and you can stop at any time to enjoy the scenery. 3. Main attractions • Bayinbuluke Grassland🌳: China’s second largest grassland, vast and boundless, with herds of cattle and sheep grazing leisurely on the grass. It is a good place to experience the grassland scenery, where you can fully feel the vastness of the world. • Swan Lake🦢: Located deep in the grassland, it is quiet and beautiful. It is the habitat of many migratory birds, especially the elegant swans, which either swim gracefully on the lake or soar in the sky, creating a picturesque scene. • Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns🌄: The Kaidu River meanders across the grassland, forming a magnificent landscape of nine bends and eighteen turns. At sunset, the afterglow shines on the river, making the waves sparkle, which is particularly beautiful. Every shot is a blockbuster. • Bayinbuluke Town🏘️: Experience the window of Mongolian culture, stroll through the town, taste local food, buy special handicrafts, and feel the strong ethnic customs. 4. Accommodation recommendations • Bayinbuluke Town🏨: There are many hotels and yurts to choose from, with relatively complete facilities. It is recommended to book in advance to avoid the shortage of rooms during the peak tourist season. • Grassland Yurt🛖: Experience the authentic grassland life, lie in the yurt at night, watch the starry sky through the skylight, and have an intimate contact with nature. 5. Food recommendations • Hand-pulled meat🍖: A traditional Mongolian delicacy, the meat is tender and not smelly or greasy. Every bite is full of the boldness of the grassland and has a unique flavor. • Milk tea🥛: A daily drink for Mongolians, it is salty and delicious, can quench thirst and warm the body. Drinking a cup of it will give you a full sense of happiness. • Roasted whole lamb🐏: A feast on the grassland, with golden and crispy skin, tender and juicy meat inside, and overflowing aroma. It is suitable for sharing with many people and feeling the lively atmosphere. 6. Notes • Altitude sickness🤢: Bayinbuluke is at a high altitude, so be careful to prevent altitude sickness. When you first arrive, take adequate rest, avoid strenuous exercise, drink plenty of water, and let your body adapt slowly. • Sun protection and cold protection: The ultraviolet rays on the grassland are strong, and it is easy to get sunburned under direct sunlight. The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, and the temperature at night is lower. You need to take sun protection and warming measures, bring sunglasses, sunscreen and a thick coat. • Environmental awareness🌱: Protect the grassland environment, do not litter, do not destroy vegetation at will, and let this beautiful grassland always remain pure. 7. Itinerary suggestions • Day 1: Arrive at Bayinbuluke Town, check in to the hotel, adapt to the environment, and participate in Mongolian song and dance performances in the evening to experience the passionate ethnic culture. • Day 2: Visit Bayinbuluke Grassland and Swan Lake, experience grassland activities such as horse riding 🐎, archery 🏹, and release your energy. • Day 3: Go to Jiuqu Shibawan to take photos of the magnificent scenery, and return to Bayinbuluke Town in the afternoon to taste local food and satisfy your taste buds. • Day 4: Return to Korla or Urumqi, ending the journey and returning home with beautiful memories. I hope this guide can help you better plan your trip to Bayinbuluke. I wish you a pleasant journey! 🎉

In Bayinbuluk, encounter a real-life green fairy tale. Winding rivers flow like the earth's veins, grasslands and snow-capped mountains complement each other, birds soar, and herds graze leisurely. Come here to embrace nature and feel the shock and tranquility of the soul. I regret seeing posts saying, "You'll regret going to Bayinbuluk or not," because the Bayinbuluk we visited was truly beautiful😍. It ranked first or second on our list of scenic spots in Xinjiang❤️. Bayinbuluk translates to "abundant springs," and the area is indeed lush with water and grass. You can also see many "black-headed sheep," a unique feature of Bayinbuluk, which is quite a spectacle. Bayinbuluk Swan Lake Scenic Area is truly stunning, perfectly embodying the concept of a "sky mirror." The Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns are also very impressive. Unfortunately, we arrived near noon and didn't see the nine suns of the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns. Friends, if you want to see the nine suns, be sure to go before sunset. The shuttle bus takes an hour, and the sightseeing bus takes a few more minutes, so be sure to allow enough time. Bayinbuluk Scenic Area

#chinatravelitinerary 🏜️ – China’s Secret Swiss Meadow (A stunning grassland paradise with rolling green hills, golden sunsets, and wild horses running free! 🏇🌄 Perfect for nature lovers & those seeking a remote retreat. ✨) 🗓️ Day 1: Arrival & Sunset Over the Grasslands ✈️ Flight: Bangkok (BKK) → Urumqi (URC) (~5.5 hrs) ✈️ Connecting Flight: Urumqi → Bayingolin (~1.5 hrs) 🚗 Drive to Bayanbulak (~3 hrs) through snow-capped mountains & open plains! 🏡 Stay at a Traditional Yurt 🏕️ ✨ Sleep under the stars in a cozy nomadic yurt! 🌞 Afternoon: Horseback Riding on the Grasslands 🐎 Ride across the endless green meadows! 🌅 Sunset at the ‘Nine Bends of the Kaidu River’ 📸 The river twists like a golden ribbon at sunset! 🍽️ Dinner: Uyghur & Kazakh Cuisine 🍢 Lamb Kebabs & Freshly Baked Nang Bread 🌙 Evening: Bonfire & Starry Skies ✨🔥 🗓️ Day 2: Golden Sunrises & Hidden Valleys 🌄 Morning: Catch the Sunrise Over the Rolling Hills 📸 Best Spot: A small hill near the yurts! 🚶♀️ Explore a Hidden Valley & Spot Wild Deer 🚗 Drive back to Bayingolin & Fly Home ✈️

#NaturalLandscape #AugustDestinations2024 Bayinbuluke, located west of Kanas Lake, is undoubtedly one of the most famous grassland scenic spots in Xinjiang. Here there is a clear blue sky and vast green grassland, creating a dreamlike natural picture. The most amazing thing is the mirror-like lake. In cloudy and sunny weather, the lake clearly reflects the clouds and sky above, as if you are in a fairyland on earth. When coming here, tourists seem to be able to touch the sky and walk in the "Mirror of the Sky". Being able to enjoy such beautiful scenery is undoubtedly the ultimate dream of every Xinjiang traveler!

Bayinbuluke, this place name became well-known because of the movie 'Pegasus.' In fact, the filming location of the movie was in the Anjihai Grand Canyon, while the real Bayinbuluke is the second largest grassland in China, second only to Hulunbuir. Bayinbuluke Grassland is located in Hejing County, Bayingolin Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is a large meadow grassland in the central part of the Tianshan Mountains. The terrain here is flat, with an altitude of 1500-2500 meters, a mild climate, and water sources mainly replenished by surrounding mountain meltwater rivers. Thanks to its isolated basin terrain, suitable climate conditions, and minimal human activity impact, Bayinbuluke Grassland has preserved many rare species of flora and fauna in the world, making it an ideal habitat for swans. Transportation: Located deep in the Tianshan Mountains, it can be reached by driving along the southern section of the Duku Highway. After arriving at the visitor center of the scenic area, you must take the scenic area bus to enter the grassland, as private cars are not allowed inside. Accommodation and Dining: Both can be resolved in Bayinbuluke Town, Hejing County. There are many accommodations and dining options locally, and the visitor center is generally within walking distance. Travel Tips: The scenic area is very large, and you must take the bus, which stops at three stations. The first stop is Swan Lake, where you can get off to see the swans and then queue up to continue the journey. Be sure to take your personal belongings with you and not leave them on the bus, as you might not take the same bus again. The second stop is a temple, which is a small attraction. The bus stops briefly, and it is not recommended to get off unless necessary, as you will have to wait for the next bus with available seats, which can sometimes delay your trip. The third stop is the final stop. After getting off, follow the path up to the viewing platform. The distance is short, so it is not recommended to ride a horse or take a small shuttle bus. Riding a horse is expensive, and the shuttle bus does not offer good views. Walking up is easy, with a gentle slope and a short distance. Regarding the best time to visit, it is recommended to depart from Nalati in the morning, have lunch and check-in at the town at noon, and visit the scenic area in the afternoon. The reasons are as follows: 1. It is cold in the morning, with high humidity. After the sun comes out, the fog lingers and may even rain, while the afternoon is mostly sunny. 2. Visiting in the afternoon allows you to see the sunset, and with the reflection of the river bends, you can see the 'nine suns.' Precautions: 1. Be sure to physically prevent mosquitoes as much as possible! Various mosquito repellents are generally not very effective. Long sleeves and pants are more reliable. 2. You can find horse farms along the way before driving into the town. Going in the morning means fewer people, larger horse farms, and after a simple lesson from the herders, you can ride freely for a long time.

🎉When the wilderness meets the sunset The sunlight pierces through the thin clouds The light over the grassland is like golden brocade Neither glaringly bright Nor dimly yellow It is warm, deep, and gentle Covering every inch of grass tip The entire wilderness and the golden mountains shine together Peaceful and magnificent 📍Bayinbuluke Grassland 🎫 The following fees include tickets + shuttle bus ➤Adults: 127 RMB/person ➤Students: 94.5 RMB/person ➤Elderly: 61-64 years old, 94.5 RMB/person; 65+ years old, 31 RMB/person 🚗 Self-driving is not supported within the scenic area, the round trip is 90 kilometers, and you must take the shuttle bus 🍽️ There is food available at the third stop "Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns" in the scenic area 🕙 Daily from 8:30 to 19:00, no entry after 19:00 ⚠️ Closing time: Last year, the park closed after the National Day holiday