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Winter in Altay, Xinjiang.

No one can resist the winter in Altay☃️ The snow scene here is so wonderful❗❗ Stepping into Altay in winter❄️ is like entering a dreamland woven with ice and snow. Here, you can find magnificent snow-capped mountains🏔️, crystal-clear lakes, primitive villages, and colorful folk culture👫. It is a rare holy land in the hearts of every traveler. 📜Itinerary 📆Day 1 Departure → Urumqi Airport Pickup → Hotel Check-in 📆Day 2 Urumqi → S21 Desert Highway → Ulungur Lake → Burqin 📆Day 3 Burqin → Kanas → Hemu 📆Day 4 Hemu (Full Day) 📆Day 5 Hemu → Urho 📆Day 6 Urho → World Devil City → Urumqi 📆Day 7 Urumqi Airport Drop-off → Return 📷Must-visit Attractions: 📍S21 Desert Highway: When you step on the S21 Desert Highway, it feels like you are driving on a road to the end of the world. The undulating sand dunes and Gobi on both sides are as desolate and mysterious as the surface of the moon, giving people an unprecedented sense of conquest. 📍Kanas: Located in Altay, Xinjiang, it is famous for its magnificent natural scenery and undeveloped primitive beauty. It is not only a paradise for nature lovers but also an ideal place to seek peace of mind. 📍Hemu: Located in Burqin County, Altay, Xinjiang, it is one of the most beautiful ancient villages in China and is known as the "Oriental Switzerland." The scenery here varies in different seasons, but it is especially charming in autumn and winter. 📍World Devil City: Officially known as Urho Devil City, it is located in Urho District, Karamay City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, in the northwest of China. It is a holy land that gathers majestic landforms and natural wonders and is known as the place on Earth closest to the Martian landscape. 💥Travel Tips: 1️⃣ The sunrise time in winter⛅ is around 9:30, so you don't have to get up early. 2️⃣ The temperature🌡️ is around -20°C, so it is recommended to wear a down jacket, sweater, thermal underwear, and snow boots. 3️⃣ Bring some related medicines and some common medicines, such as band-aids, cold medicine, or medicine for the stomach, etc. ❄️In Altay, every corner has its unique charm, and every breath is so fresh and pleasant. This winter, let's meet in Altay and embark on a journey about snow, light, enthusiasm, and dreams.
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Posted: Nov 19, 2024
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