Hidden Gem! For a self-driving trip in Xinjiang, Mengket Ancient Road is the way to go

Look here! Discovered a super treasure spot for self-driving tours in Xinjiang✨ Nalati is really too crowded! The self-driving ticket 🎫 is 200 RMB per person and you have to fight for it. Luckily, the homestay owner recommended the nearby Mengket Ancient Road to us. It's simply amazing! The price is also 200 RMB but charged per car 🚗 And the crowd! Super! Few! Every shot looks like a masterpiece 📸 📍Location: Mengket Ancient Road, Yili, Xinjiang 🎫Ticket: 200 RMB per car (really a great price) ⏰Opening hours: Open all day ✨Highlights: Snow-capped mountains 🏔️, grasslands 🌿, lakes 💦, camping ⛺️ all included Look at these absolutely stunning views 🫶 Crystal-clear glaciers 🌊 Endless snow mountains ⛰️ Lush green grasslands 🌱 And little ponies leisurely grazing 🐎 Every snap looks like a Windows desktop wallpaper 💻 👗Outfit suggestions: White or red long dresses are super photogenic Remember to bring a jacket, the temperature difference is big 🧥 📌Tips: 1️⃣ Bring enough snacks and water, there are no restaurants in the scenic area 2️⃣ Your phone might lose signal, download offline maps in advance 3️⃣ Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen! The UV rays in Xinjiang are very strong ☀️ Highly recommend! Isn’t a hidden gem better? Much better than crowded queues!