Travel westward to Xinjiang, to feel the freedom of lakes beneath the snow-capped mountains

Xinjiang, a long-desired travel destination, was finally reached last year after quitting my job in Shenzhen and embarking on a self-drive journey to this distant place. · In one month, I visited most of the popular spots in Xinjiang. One of the most memorable places was the White Sand Lake on the Pamir Plateau, with half dreamy white sands and half clear blue waters. · 🚗Southern Xinjiang four-day three-night itinerary: Day1️⃣: Kashgar Xiangfei Garden - Kashgar Museum - Kashgar Old Town Day2️⃣: Kashgar - White Sand Lake - Taxkorgan Day3️⃣: Irkeshtam Pass - Panlong Ancient Path - Bandier Blue Lake - Taxkorgan Day4️⃣: Muztagh Ata Glacier Park - Karakul Lake - Kashgar · ‼️Trip small tips: ❶A border pass is required in advance for Taxkorgan, which can be processed directly at the police service station at the entrance of Xiangfei Garden in Kashgar. ❷In the Pamir Plateau region of Southern Xinjiang, some road sections are prone to altitude sickness and drowsiness, so make sure not to drive while fatigued. ❸Xinjiang has strong ultraviolet rays, so it's necessary to prepare for sun protection in advance, including sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, etc. · Currently, from mid-March to early April, it is the season when the apricot blossoms are in full bloom in the Pamir region of Southern Xinjiang. It's the perfect time to visit Taxkorgan in Southern Xinjiang to enjoy the flowers. ·