The pinnacle of Southern Xinjiang! Stay on the Pamir Plateau to watch the starry sky and volcanic crater scenes, get stunning shots in minutes

️【Must-visit in Southern Xinjiang】The solitude and romance of the Pamir Plateau | A collectible-level guide is here! 📍 Itinerary Coordinates Xinjiang · Kashgar · Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County Muji Township Volcanic Crater (search "Muji Volcanic Crater" for navigation) + Vienna International Hotel, Taxkorgan (No. 9 Hongqilafu Road, Taxkorgan) 🚗 Super detailed route guide 1️⃣ Depart from Kashgar → Speed along G314 China-Pakistan Friendship Highway🏎️ Pass by the stunning White Sand Lake & Muztagh Ata Peak (stop for photos📸 recommended 1h) Arrive at Taxkorgan in about 5 hours (remember to buy baked buns at rest stops!) 2️⃣ Rest at Vienna International Hotel (key point‼️) → Rooms offer views of the golden sunlight on the mountain⛰️ → Prepare oxygen tanks in advance! High altitude may cause altitude sickness 3️⃣ Chase the sunset at the volcanic crater🌄 Recommended departure at 16:00 (last 30km is a washboard road! Off-road vehicle essential) Bring snacks & hot water! Nearby convenience stores have limited supplies, so bring your own 🌋 【Muji Volcanic Crater】Every shot from your phone looks like a blockbuster! ► Stunning experience: Remnants of a volcanic eruption from 1500 years ago Colorful mineral veins like a spilled palette🎨 Wetlands reflecting the snow-capped Muztagh Ata Peak ► Best photo spots recommended: ✔️ The famous lonely tree (wear a red dress for an amazing back shot!) ✔️ Edge of the volcanic crater (bring a wide-angle lens📷 and tripod) ✔️ Wetland reflections (symmetrical composition will blow up your social feed) ► Hard-earned tips: ⚠️ Border pass required ⚠️ No entry after 19:30 (don’t make a wasted trip!) ⚠️ Drones must be registered (or they will be confiscated) 🏨【Vienna International Hotel】Five-star experience on the plateau ► Super convenient location: 15-minute walk to Stone City Taxi to Jincao Beach costs 5 yuan ► Must-try experiences: ✨ Rooftop star bar nearby (use the telescope to watch the Milky Way🌌) ✨ Tajik-style afternoon tea (yogurt with naan is amazing) ✨ Yak meat hotpot (about 80 yuan per person, very filling) 📸 Insider tips from experienced travelers 1️⃣ Border pass: Kashgar International Self-driving RV Center (least crowded in the morning!) 2️⃣ Dressing guide: Short sleeves + sun protection jacket during the day🧥 Down jacket + wool hat at night❄️ 3️⃣ Photo props: Ethnic-style scarf🧣 + cowboy hat + sunglasses🕶️ 💌 Plateau musings When the wild wind howls past the volcanic crater When the hotel’s floor-to-ceiling windows are filled with starlight You finally understand why they say "Xinjiang’s scenery needs no filter"