I thought Scandinavia was beautiful until I saw Kuerdening

On the top of the snow-capped mountain, there is a warm cabin, where you can enjoy hot pot and soup. Lying on the bed facing a large floor-to-ceiling window, you can see the snowy landscape, the snow-capped mountains, and the spruce forest outside. This scene satisfies all my fantasies about winter, and my dream has come true here. This is Kuerdening in Gongliu County, Ili, where the fairy tale dream begins. 📍Address: Gongliu County, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region 🚗Self-driving: Navigate to Kuerdening Scenic Area and make a reservation in advance 🎫Ticket: CNY 30/person, free for guests staying at Spruce Hotel and Borui Camp 🕒Opening hours: 10:00–18:30 🌈Recommended spots 1️⃣Ayousai Viewing Platform You can park your car and walk there. You can see the spectacular Yunfeng Peak there. 2️⃣Shili Gallery It is a great place to stop and enjoy the view, and take some photos to capture beautiful memories. 3️⃣Kafeng Base Camp You can not only enjoy the stunning scenery but also meet many new friends. It is so much fun. 4️⃣Fengxiang Post This place is a must-see. The spruce trees are particularly dense, creating a great atmosphere. 5️⃣Spruce King Boardwalk It is relatively quiet, allowing you to stroll leisurely through the ancient spruce forest and feel the tranquility and beauty. 6️⃣Horseback riding in the snow Ride a horse for three hours, cross snow-capped mountains, and pass through the original spruce forest. During the whole journey, you can only hear the sound of horses' hooves stepping on the snow and the sound of the wind. The whole riding experience is so healing! The local Kazakh herdsmen sing local songs, and the fairy tale world is visualized at this moment. 7️⃣Camp cabin The snow is knee-deep. You can roll in the snow, build snowmen, play with snow tires, ride horse-drawn carriages, and swing in the snow. Everyone returns to their childhood. ⚠️Tips 1. You need to drive into Kuerdening. The road is not cleared of snow. If you have no experience driving in the snow, it is recommended to find a local driver. 2. There is a large spruce forest in the scenic area, which is great for taking photos. 3. If you want to stay at Borui Camp, you need to book in advance.