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JORDYN BENSONUnited States

Promise me! Don't give up on visiting Xinjiang in this lifetime.

🌼 You should definitely spend a month in Xinjiang to witness the various shades of blue at Sayram Lake. Walk through the colorful flowers of Fairy Lake, climb the rolling hills and matcha-colored meadows of Qasi grassland, and encounter the pink and purple sunset after the rain in Joan Kushtai.🌼 📸 Travel Route 📍Day 1: Sayram Lake The first glimpse of Sayram Lake feels like stepping into a colorful dream. The lake, shimmering under the sunlight, displays various shades of blue, breathtakingly beautiful. 📍Day 2: Sayram Lake Loop - Guozigou Bridge - Kazanqi - Yining Drive around the lake, experiencing every scenic spot of Sayram Lake. Pass the Guozigou Bridge, arrive at Kazanqi, and then head to Yining. 📍Day 3: Yining - Joan Kushtai Depart from Yining and travel to Joan Kushtai. This place feels like stepping into a fairytale forest, with Heidi and Grandpa-style cabins. You can even swing in front of the snow-capped mountains and sea of clouds. 📍Day 4: Joan Kushtai - Kalajun Grassland - Bagua City - Tekes Leave Joan Kushtai and head to Kalajun Grassland. The grasslands, snow-capped mountains, forests, and streams here create beautiful landscapes. Then, proceed to Bagua City and Tekes to experience the unique charm of this land. 📍Day 5: Tekes - Qapqal - Qasi Forest Park - Kurdening Town Depart from Tekes and head to Qapqal and Qasi Forest Park. The spruces here form a forest, streams flow through the valleys, and horses gallop on the grasslands, just like a scene from my dreams. 📍Day 6: Fairy Lake The lake is like a pearl embedded on the top of a mountain. You can experience horseback riding up the mountain, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way, and hike down. 🌟 Travel Tips: 1. There is a large temperature difference between day and night, especially when it rains, so bring a jacket or a light down jacket; 2. The UV rays are very strong, so be sure to take sun protection measures; 3. If conditions permit, it's best to drive into the scenic areas for more flexible travel time; Food Recommendations: 🌟[Mafenghua Big Plate Chicken · Xinjiang Cuisine] The portions are super generous, and its flavor has captivated both locals and tourists alike😋. 👉Big Plate Chicken: The chicken is tender and juicy, the potatoes are soft and flavorful, and when mixed with chewy noodles, the taste is simply amazing! 👉Muslim Cold Cake: Walnuts, raisins, and other nuts blend perfectly with glutinous rice cakes, creating a fragrant and sweet treat that's not too rich. 👉Drinks: Yogurt shaved ice, mint tea, and rose tea are all Xinjiang specialties, perfect for refreshing your palate. 🌟[Nurman Fig Pilaf] The pilaf here is crystal clear, each grain distinct, and the meat portions are very generous. 👉Lamb Pilaf: With added figs and carrots, it has a hint of sweetness. The rice is slender, the lamb is tender and fragrant, and the flavor is just right! 👉Thin-Skinned Buns: The skin is super thin, filled with juicy and flavorful lamb that's not gamey at all! 🌟[Loulan Secret Roast] Although it specializes in barbecue, it offers a wide variety of dishes! It adds some flavor variations to the traditional Xinjiang cuisine, making it even more diverse. 👉Loulan Purple Grapes: With a sour taste, these are winter melons cooked and soaked in grape juice, served icy cold. 👉Loulan Rack of Lamb: The meat is super tender, served with onions. The portions are quite large, starting from half a kilogram. 👉Yogurt Zongzi: Thick yogurt wraps glutinous rice, offering a refreshing and sour taste. So, what do you think? Are you excited yet? Gather your friends and embark on this Xinjiang adventure together!
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Posted: Mar 14, 2025
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