A Must-Visit in Northern Xinjiang! Complete Guide to Playing at Ulungur Lake, the Dreamy Sapphire of the Gobi Desert

【Northern Xinjiang Pearl · First Encounter with Ulungur Lake】 Ulungur Lake is truly a sapphire in the Altay region of Xinjiang! 🌟 Located northwest of Fuhai County (specific address: northwest part of Fuhai County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region), it’s rightly called the "Gobi Sea"~ The vast lake surface combined with the unique surrounding landforms makes every shot a masterpiece 📸 🔥【Top 3 Must-Visit Spots】 1️⃣ Golden Coast 🏖️ The Xinjiang version of the "Maldives" confirmed! Over ten kilometers of silver sand beaches as soft as paradise, with super comfortable water temperatures in summer~ 🌟 Activities: Swimming / Sailing / Kayaking / Beach ATV 🌅 Best time: The sunset at dusk is absolutely stunning! 2️⃣ Devil City on the Lake 👹 The ultimate combo of Yadan landforms + lake views! The rock formations under the sunset are magical, you won’t stop taking photos~ 📸 Photography tip: Wear bright-colored clothes for better shots! 3️⃣ Bird Island Birdwatching Paradise 🦢 In spring and autumn, witness the breathtaking scene of tens of thousands of migratory birds flying together! Bar-headed geese, gulls... a perfect harmony between humans and nature~ 🎯【Ultimate Fun Guide】 💦 Water activities galore: • Flyboarding is super thrilling! The aerial view of the lake is amazing • Sailing and riding the wind is so cool~ 🏜️ Desert and wetland dual experience: • Ride a camel to feel the lonely smoke of the desert • Birdwatching at Xiaohai Wetland for a slow-paced life experience ❄️ Winter exclusive activities: • Join the lively Winter Fishing Festival! Watch fishing nets pulled from under the ice • Freshly caught and stewed fish soup is unbelievably delicious! 🍴【Must-Try Lake Fresh Food】 🐟 Northern Pike: Steamed to keep the original fresh flavor! ✨ Wudao Black Fish: A divine fish that tastes great however it’s cooked 🔥 Lakeside Grilled Fish: The charcoal aroma is unbeatable, paired with cumin and chili is forever the best! 🚗【Transportation Guide】 • Self-drive: About 5 hours from Urumqi via S21 Desert Expressway • Public transport: Fly to Altay → Fuhai County shuttle bus → taxi 🏨【Accommodation Recommendations】 • Fuhai Guesthouse: Prime location in the county town, super rich breakfast • Lakeside Fisherman’s Homestay: Freshly caught and cooked lake fish is totally worth it! ⚠️【Friendly Tips】 • Big temperature differences! Be sure to bring a jacket • Sunscreen! Sunscreen! Sunscreen! • Respect local Kazakh & Mongolian cultures • Safety first for winter ice activities~