Urumqi | No. 1 Glacier.

No. 1 Glacier, also known as Tianshan Urumqi River Source No. 1 Glacier, is located in Urumqi County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, about 120 kilometers southwest of Urumqi. It is the source of the Urumqi River on the northern slope of Tianshan Mountain. The glacier is known as a "living fossil of glaciers" due to its unique glacial landforms and sediments, as well as well-preserved ancient glacial relics. It is one of the best places in China to observe and study modern glaciers and ancient glacial relics. Opening hours Open all day Operating hours: 8:00-17:00 Address Location: Urumqi County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Transportation Self-driving: It is recommended to drive there. Navigate to "Urumqi River Source No. 1 Glacier" and follow the navigation instructions to get there. Public transportation: There is currently no direct public transportation. It is recommended to drive or charter a car to get there. Landform and scale Landform: No. 1 Glacier was formed in the third glacial period and has a history of 4.8 million years. The glacial landforms and sediments are very typical, and there are well-preserved ancient glacial relics. Scale: No. 1 Glacier is 2.4 kilometers long, with an average width of 500 meters, an area of 1.85 square kilometers, a maximum thickness of 140 meters, an average annual movement speed of about 5 meters, and a bottom altitude of 3740 meters. Ticket price Ticket: CNY15 Travel tips Recommended travel time: 3 hours Best travel season: July and August Safety tips Safety precautions: Due to the special nature of the glacier area, visitors must follow the regulations of the scenic area during the tour, pay attention to walking safety, and do not touch the surface of the glacier at will to avoid danger. No. 1 Glacier is a tourist destination with unique natural landscapes and high scientific research value. While enjoying the magnificent scenery of nature, visitors can also experience the fun of scientific research.