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Encounter the Last Winter Fairytale in Snowy Hemu in March

📍Address: Hemu Kazakh Ethnic Township, Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region 🚗Transportation: ✈️By plane: Fly from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport to Kanas Airport in about 1.5 hours, and then take a bus or charter a car to Hemu Village in about 2 hours. If you have a layover at Urumqi Airport, you can stay at the Green Oriental Hotel near the airport. They offer free airport transfer service with a luxurious business car, which is very comfortable. There are also many restaurants around, and the transportation is convenient. 🚂By train: Take a train from Urumqi Station to Beitun City Station in about 12 hours, and then transfer to a bus or charter a car to Hemu Village in about 4 hours. 🚗By car: Depart from Urumqi and drive along G217 National Highway for about 10 hours. 👍️Must-visit attractions: 1. Hemu Viewing Platform: The best place to overlook the entire Hemu Village. The morning mist and smoke intertwine, like a fairyland 🌄. 2. Hemu Bridge: An ancient wooden bridge with the clear Hemu River underneath and snow-covered forests on both sides, as if you are in a fairytale world 🌉. 3. Meili Peak: A paradise for hiking enthusiasts. After reaching the top, you can overlook the entire Hemu River Valley and enjoy the magnificent snow scenery 🏔️. 4. Birch Forest: The birch forest in March is still covered in silver. The sunlight shines through the branches onto the snow, with interlaced light and shadows, which is very beautiful 🌲. 🎟️Tickets: Hemu Village ticket: CNY 80/person Shuttle bus ticket: CNY 100/person (round trip) 💗Other tips: 1. Warm clothing: Hemu is still cold in March, with temperatures around -10 degrees Celsius. Be sure to bring warm clothes such as thick down jackets, hats, and gloves 🧥🧤. 2. Sun and snow blindness protection: The snow reflects strong sunlight, so it is recommended to bring sunglasses and sunscreen 🕶️🧴. 3. Photography equipment: Bring a wide-angle lens and tripod to capture the magnificent snow scenery of Hemu 📸. 4. Accommodation options: There are many characteristic B&Bs in Hemu Village. It is recommended to book in advance to experience the local customs 🏡. 5. Food recommendations: Taste local Kazakh delicacies, such as hand-grabbed meat, milk tea, and roasted buns, which are warm and comforting 🍖🍵. In March, the ice and snow in Hemu have not yet melted, and it still retains the purity and tranquility of winter. Come here to encounter the last winter fairytale, feel the wonders of nature, and leave an unforgettable Trip Moments memory! 📷❄️
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Posted: Apr 10, 2025
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