Altay City Museum: Unveiling the Mysteries of Xinjiang

Don’t just focus on the snowy scenery when you come to Altay! This niche museum holds an entire grassland civilization✨ Who would have thought! At the Altay City Museum, I saw an incredibly stunning bronze horse head exhibit. The golden flying horse figurine sparkled under the lights as if ready to take off🏇 It turns out Altay isn’t just about skiing and Kanas; the nomadic culture treasures here are truly top-notch! 🐎 Must-see treasures of the museum: 1. Bronze Horse Head Sculpture Hall The muscle lines on that bronze horse head are amazing! The carving details of the mane are so fine you can see every strand of hair. Standing in front of the display case, you can almost feel the tension of a grassland warhorse neighing (Second floor, west side exhibition hall) 2. Golden Flying Horse Display Area The golden flying horse figurine is absolutely breathtaking! The gilding craftsmanship on the wings is exquisite. It’s best to visit around 3 PM when the sunlight slants in, making the whole horse glow (First floor, central exhibition area) 📌 Practical Information: 📍 Address: No. 34 Jiefang Road, Altay City ⏰ Hours: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Closed on Mondays) 🎫 Admission: Free! Remember to bring your ID 🚌 Transportation: Take bus lines 1 or 2 to the Museum stop, taxi within the city costs under 10 yuan 💡 Hidden Tips: ▪️ Free guided tours daily at 11 AM and 4 PM ▪️ The third-floor terrace offers a distant view of General Mountain ▪️ The cultural shop’s golden flying horse bookmark is only 15 yuan Sisters coming to cool off in summer must plan this! After visiting, it’s just a 10-minute walk to the nearby Russian Style Street to enjoy some kvass~