Xinjiang Baisha Lake Scenic Area | Known as the "Desert Wonder".

The Baisha Lake Scenic Area is located about 60 kilometers northwest of the county seat of Habahe County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is a small desert lake surrounded by sand dunes and is known as the "Desert Wonder". Here is an overview and travel guide of the scenic area: - Overview: - Ticket: CNY 70/person. - Opening hours: 9:30-19:30. - Recommended travel time: 1 day. - Travel guide: - Transportation: - Self-driving: Navigate to Baisha Lake Scenic Area. There is a parking lot in the scenic area. - Public transportation: You can first take a plane or train to Altay City or Beitun City, and then take a bus to 185 Regiment and Baisha Lake Scenic Area. - Accommodation: There are many restaurants near the scenic area that provide local specialties, such as big plate fish, big plate black mushrooms, natural free-range mutton, etc. The local "specialty products" include quinoa, wolfberry, wild mushrooms, honey, etc. - Tour route: You can first visit Baisha Lake, enjoy the lake and mountains, and stroll along the lake trail; then go to the surrounding attractions such as Mingsha Mountain, the First Company of the Northwest Border, Military Post, "Northwest of the Northwest" attraction, and "China-Kazakhstan Friendship" Birch Forest. - Best travel time: It is suitable for travel in all seasons, but the climate is suitable in spring and autumn, which is the best season for travel. During the trip, please pay attention to protect the environment and respect local customs. At the same time, as the scenic area is located in the border area, a border defense certificate is required to enter, so please make preparations in advance.