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A Must-Visit Journey! 15-Day Adventure Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang

Discover a breathtaking route that takes you through the wonders of Northern and Southern Xinjiang! This journey combines the healing blue of the Ili Grasslands, the fairytale-like beauty of Kanas, the seasonal transitions of the Duku Highway, the millennia-old cultural echoes of Southern Xinjiang, and the awe-inspiring Pamir Plateau. Xinjiang is vast, and choosing your ideal itinerary might feel overwhelming. Don’t worry—join us to unlock the ultimate Xinjiang experience! 📸 **Top Scenic Spots for Stunning Photos** 1️⃣ **Sayram Lake** ✨ Known as "The Last Tear of the Atlantic," its mesmerizing blue will leave you speechless. 📌 *Tip: Wear a white dress! Capture the reflection of snow-capped mountains on the lake.* 2️⃣ **Nalati Grassland** 🌿 Stay in a cloud-like pastoral setting straight out of a comic book, cuddle lambs, and watch the sunset. 🔥 *Hotspot: The Nomadic Family Bridge—have the entire grassland to yourself at 9 AM.* 3️⃣ **Kashgar Old Town** 🕌 The filming location of *The Kite Runner*, where you’ll stumble upon century-old tea houses. ㊙️ *Hidden gems: Feed pigeons at Id Kah Square and capture stunning light-and-shadow shots in Rainbow Alley.* 4️⃣ **White Sand Lake & Muztagh Ata** 🏔️ A blue-and-white paradise on the Pamir Plateau, perfect for breathtaking drone shots. ⚠️ *Note: Apply for a border permit in advance! Wear windproof jackets.* 🚗 **15-Day Ultimate Route** - **Day 1**: Arrival in Urumqi - **Day 2**: Urumqi – Anjihai Grand Canyon – Jinghe - **Day 3**: Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Lavender Fields in Huocheng – Yining - **Day 4**: Yining – Yizhao Highway – Xiate Ancient Trail National Forest Park – Zhaosu - **Day 5**: Zhaosu – Qiongkushitai - **Day 6**: Qiongkushitai – Kalajun Scenic Area – Tekes - **Day 7**: Tekes – Qiaxi Forest Park – Xinyuan - **Day 8**: Xinyuan – Nalati Scenic Area – Nalati - **Day 9**: Nalati – Bayinbulak Scenic Area – Bayinbulak - **Day 10**: Bayinbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan – Kuqa - **Day 11**: Kuqa – Tianshan Tomur Grand Canyon – Aksu - **Day 12**: Aksu – Kashgar Old Town – Kashgar - **Day 13**: Kashgar – Karakul Lake Scenic Area – White Sand Lake Scenic Area – Tashkurgan - **Day 14**: Tashkurgan – Panlong Ancient Road – Muztagh Glacier Park – Kashgar - **Day 15**: Departure from Kashgar
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Posted: Jun 2, 2025
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