Escape to the paradise on the edge of Urumqi for the weekend: Sorbastau Grassland, a stunning camping destination

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle but worried about not having a long enough holiday? 👭👫 No problem, Sorbastau Grassland is your perfect weekend getaway! 🏞️ Sorbastau, a name that sounds like an ancient call, awaits you to unveil its mysterious and enchanting veil. Say goodbye to skyscrapers, and with just one weekend, you can completely relax your body and mind! 🍃 🚗 **Start your journey! A self-driving trip through scenic views:** Start your SUV, set the navigation, and head straight for Sorbastau. This 2.5-hour drive is a visual feast in itself! Along the way, the Danxia landforms are like a palette of the earth 🎨, the streams babble like the symphony of nature 🎵, and the unsculpted forests quietly tell the tales of time. The mountain roads are rugged (friendly reminder: be cautious in the rain, safety first!), but when herds of horses 🐎 pass by and colorful flowers 🌸 sway in the wind, you'll find it all worthwhile! 😎 **Enjoy the grassland and get up close with nature:** At the foot of the mountains, the streams are crystal clear, an ideal spot for setting up a canopy or tent. Imagine munching on chips 🥔, biting into a watermelon 🍉, lying under the shade of trees, with a gentle breeze blowing, isn't this the best way to start the summer? Don't forget, we are friends of nature, so take all your trash with you when you leave! Start waste sorting with us! 🗑️ Continue driving up the winding roads, and with every inch you climb, the scenery before you becomes more magnificent. Find a flat hillside, set up your canopy, and become the brightest spot in the landscape! If you encounter a rainbow 🌈 after the rain, it's a surprise gift from the sky, and at that moment, the boundary between you and nature seems to blur, leaving only pure joy. 🍽️ **A foodie's exploration of delicacies:** Bring your snack pack, and of course, once you're up in the mountains, why not try the authentic Kazakh yurt homestays. Milk tea 🍵, barbecue 🍖, pilaf, each bite is a feast for the taste buds. Tip: Don't bring fire into the mountains, it's harmonious and safe! 🏕️ **A gentle village under the starry sky:** As night falls, choosing a yurt or setting up your own tent are both good options. But be aware, camping near a yurt might require a small 'site fee' to the herders! The temperature drops sharply, so remember to wrap up in your blanket, let the stars lull you to sleep, and dream of legends of the Milky Way. 🌌 ⚠️ **Final reminders:** The weather in the mountains is as fickle as a child's face, so remember to bring a jacket to prevent being caught off guard by sudden changes. All the beauty of the mountains requires you to experience it with a warm body! 💨This is Sorbastau, a grassland fairy tale that can be reached in just one weekend. No need for a long trek, the beauty of Yili is here too!