Manas County Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jul)
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Xinjiang Scenic Spot | The Kanaswat Reservoir is as beautiful as the Heavenly Lake
Departing from Urumqi, the second stop is the Kanaswat Reservoir
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📍Kanaswat Reservoir: The azure lake water is like a piece of jade quietly inlaid among the towering mountains.
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The Kanaswat scenic area is located in the middle reaches of the Manas River, 60 kilometers north of Manas County. Due to the construction of a hydraulic dam, the waters of the Manas River converge to form a high mountain lake with a total storage capacity of 188 million cubic meters. Surrounded by mountains, the reservoir water meanders between the red cliffs and Danxia mountains, winding endlessly, with pure and emerald green water as smooth as a mirror. The mountains and waters reflect each other in red and green, creating a picturesque scenery that is overwhelmingly beautiful. The robust and majestic peaks reflect the emerald green water surface, integrating harmoniously.
S101, a breathtaking defense highway not to be missed
Departing from Urumqi on 6.15, S101, checking in at Shimenzi Reservoir (Pic 1), Baili Danxia (Pics 2-3), Kenswat Reservoir (Pic 4), and Anjihai Grand Canyon (Pic 5) with the whole line being clear and the road conditions relatively good. There are occasional 1-2 landslides, but detours are possible.
The continuous Danxia on both sides of the road is astonishing, the reservoirs are a deep blue that is refreshing to the soul, a must-drive viewing platform in this lifetime, with diverse scenery that dazzles the eyes.
The grandeur of Anjihai remains mysterious even in rainy weather!
Note: The defense highway facilities are not fully equipped, and there was an awkward moment of queuing for the toilet , no gas stations along the way, so it's necessary to refuel and resupply before the trip.
Also, due to the unique terrain and peculiar scenery, you need to pay extra attention while driving, slow down, and safety first~
In this lifetime, one must drive on the S101 National Defense Highway
From Kuitun through Bayingou to Lujiaowan, Tangjiashimenzi, Kenswat Reservoir to Baili Danxia, and then to the geographical center of Asia, the connecting road here is the S101 provincial highway. The entire journey is free of charge, with landscapes ranging from grand canyons to grassland snow mountains, and then to the colorful Danxia landforms. It is yet another must-drive scenic avenue in one's lifetime. A full crossing requires preparing for an entire day.
Urumqi's Lesser-Known Scenic Spot - Kensiwater Reservoir.
A lake exists atop a high mountain. Standing by the roadside, even if you crane your neck, you can't see its graceful figure. Only by climbing and crossing the steep peaks can the mysterious green lake leap into your eyes. Kensiwater Lake, like a winding, slender jade, quietly flows among the blooming mountains, clear and serene, green and pure. Since the beginning of spring, Kensiwater Reservoir has become a popular route for hikers from Urumqi and Shihezi.
Kensiwater Reservoir is about 140 kilometers from Urumqi, mostly via highway. Hikers take a bus to the vicinity of the reservoir and then walk 10 to 15 kilometers to reach it. The scenery along the way is beautiful, with blue skies, clear waters, snow-capped mountains, Danxia landforms, and flowers catching the eye. Hikers enjoy the scenery and take photos as they walk, feeling very relaxed!
This place is like a freshly completed oil painting. The colors are rich yet naturally fresh, with peaks, lakes, canyons, trees... The upper reaches of the Manas River, Kensiwater, formed a high mountain lake due to the construction of a water conservancy dam. The Manas River water gathers to form a lake, winding through the mountains, twisting and turning with no end in sight. The river water is pure green, calm as a mirror. Climbing high and looking far, one feels refreshed and delighted.
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Dafo Temple Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jul)
Zhangye City District, Dafo Temple, Shanxi Guild Hall, Mutuo Temple
⛰【Attraction Guide】
📍Detailed Address: Shanxi Guild Hall, Zhangye Dafo Temple, Mutuo Temple
🚗Transportation Guide: City bus route 1 goes directly there, and taking a taxi is also very cheap, about five yuan from the high-speed train station to Dafo Temple
💰Ticket Price: Dafo Temple ticket is 38 yuan
🌟Highlights:
Just in time for the May Day holiday to catch the Flower God worship event, which coincides with the blooming peonies in the park
The main hall of Dafo Temple houses a huge reclining Buddha, which is immediately visible upon entering the scenic area, creating a profound impact
The second hall is a Buddhist exhibition, featuring some precious cultural relics unearthed from Dafo Temple, worth visiting
Shanxi Guild Hall is tucked away in a corner, representing typical Ming and Qing architecture, with very exquisite bracketing, worth a look
📌Little Tips:
No photography allowed in the Great Buddha Hall!
Mutuo Temple is located in the city square, enjoy the view from a distance, and experience the leisurely contentment of this small northwestern city.
The Dafo Temple, which is free of admission in March, is truly breathtaking
Xinchang, a severely underrated small county, offers a shock that far exceeds expectations with its Dafo Temple. It is also the filming location for TV dramas such as 'Zhou Sheng Ru Gu' and 'Lianhua Lou', and is even referred to as the 'Dunhuang of Yue Kingdom', with a history of over 1600 years.
Before March 31st, the free admission policy for Dafo Temple continues, with no reservation required! Only the largest Buddha in the south of the Yangtze River requires a flower and incense ticket for 20, but I've discovered a treasure route that allows for free entry.
Free tour route:
Dafo Temple Shicheng Entrance → Petrified Forest Buddha Mountain Holy Land → Arhat Cave → Buddha Heart Plaza → Qiguang Clean Residence → Thousand Buddha Pagoda → Prajna Valley → Life Release Pond The largest Buddha in the south of the Yangtze River → Buddha Heart Plaza Dry Buddha Zen Institute Shuanglin Grottoes → Dafo Temple Exit
Travel Tips
Navigation: Xinchang Dafo Temple
Opening hours: 8:30-17:30
Transportation: 1.5 hours from Ningbo, public transportation can take high-speed rail
Direct to Shengzhou Xinchang Station, only 15 minutes from the scenic area
Parking: There are several parking lots at the entrance of the scenic area, parking is convenient
Tour duration: Dafo Temple is quite large, the estimated tour duration
is about 4 hours
Tickets: Free admission before March 31st, original price resumes in April
Scenic features:
The Buddha statues under the cliff are heart-stirring, with a 50-meter waterfall cascading down, offering a view at every step, reminiscent of the charm of Jiangnan gardens. It's like stepping into a martial arts world, with the mountain-bodied Buddha, it's hard to distinguish what is mountain and what is Buddha at times. Don't miss this hidden gem when traveling in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, and Dafo Temple is definitely worth adding to our must-visit list.
Note: The Fat Sister's Spring Pancakes near Dafo Temple are really worth a try, with the pig head meat spring pancake highly recommended~
I hope you can also leave beautiful memories in this carbohydrate kingdom~
Dragons are frequently seen on Beijing Road, which is full of New Year's atmosphere
If you want to catch the early New Year's atmosphere, don't just know to go to Yide Road. Beijing Road is already full of New Year's atmosphere. The Red Mansion and the Big Buddha Temple are already decorated with dragons, which are beautiful.
📍Location: Beijing Road Pedestrian Street, Guangzhou
🚇Subway: Exit A of Beijing Road Station on Line 6
The last bus of Ginkgo is absolutely beautiful! It's right by the West Lake, hurry up and rush
The last bus of Ginkgo is absolutely beautiful! It's right by the West Lake, hurry up and rush
The ginkgo of the Big Buddha Temple ruins is always slower than other places. The ginkgo in Hangzhou city has basically fallen, but it has finally turned yellow. The latecomers are always more stunningly beautiful. The ginkgo is layered on the small house, stone bench, full of golden beauty
Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jul)
In this lifetime, one must drive on the S101 National Defense Highway
From Kuitun through Bayingou to Lujiaowan, Tangjiashimenzi, Kenswat Reservoir to Baili Danxia, and then to the geographical center of Asia, the connecting road here is the S101 provincial highway. The entire journey is free of charge, with landscapes ranging from grand canyons to grassland snow mountains, and then to the colorful Danxia landforms. It is yet another must-drive scenic avenue in one's lifetime. A full crossing requires preparing for an entire day.
Shimenzi Scenic Spot of Kangjia Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jul)
S101, a breathtaking defense highway not to be missed
Departing from Urumqi on 6.15, S101, checking in at Shimenzi Reservoir (Pic 1), Baili Danxia (Pics 2-3), Kenswat Reservoir (Pic 4), and Anjihai Grand Canyon (Pic 5) with the whole line being clear and the road conditions relatively good. There are occasional 1-2 landslides, but detours are possible.
The continuous Danxia on both sides of the road is astonishing, the reservoirs are a deep blue that is refreshing to the soul, a must-drive viewing platform in this lifetime, with diverse scenery that dazzles the eyes.
The grandeur of Anjihai remains mysterious even in rainy weather!
Note: The defense highway facilities are not fully equipped, and there was an awkward moment of queuing for the toilet , no gas stations along the way, so it's necessary to refuel and resupply before the trip.
Also, due to the unique terrain and peculiar scenery, you need to pay extra attention while driving, slow down, and safety first~
Anjihai Grand Canyon Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jul)
Crossing half of China, I found the real version of the earth's rift
Crossing half of China, I found the real version of the earth's rift||The most shocking thing to me in Xinjiang is the Anjihai Grand Canyon
It's no less impressive than any current popular 5A
Unlike the beauty of the grassland, grandeur, wildness, and shock are its synonyms
The cliff with a drop of nearly 300 meters, the valley stretching for nearly ten kilometers
The winding river like branches, the eye-catching mineral soil like blood stains
Like a flowing abstract oil painting, quietly hidden in the northern foot of the Tianshan Mountains
The point is that it has not been developed in large quantities and still maintains its original natural appearance
I declare that this is a severely underestimated wild spot in the whole Xinjiang
🚘How to get there?
Navigate to 'Anjihai Grand Canyon', about three hours from Urumqi
It is recommended as the first stop of the Yili Ring, take the S101 provincial road to visit the Danxia landform for a hundred miles, and stay in Kuitun after watching the sunset in Anjihai
📷【Photo spot recommendation】
➡️Eagle Beak Cliff: Navigate to the destination (the built scenic spot gate), continue forward for about 1KM and park, walk to the nearby cliff to take in the entire canyon, this is also the most dangerous and grand position in the entire canyon
➡️About 6KM away from the G312 National Road, you can see the white house at the fork in the road. The right straight is the navigation route, the left dirt road is the mining area road, and there are many cliff positions along the left. 🤫The car can be driven to the edge of the cliff (SUV recommended)
➡️Continue along the mining area road, there are many positions on the hillside where you can take big shots, no need for aerial photography, you can also go down to the bottom of the valley
➡️If you have plenty of time, it is recommended to watch a sunrise or sunset, the golden sunlight fills the entire canyon, super beautiful
🔖Tips
1. Bring a drone, the God's perspective can better experience the shock of the canyon
2. The scenic spot is under development, take advantage of it being free and more free to visit, hurry up
3. The wild spot currently only has simple protection, the cliffs next to the mining area road are more wild, be sure to pay attention to safety
4. The S101 Hundred Mile Danxia is worth a visit, it is recommended to include it in the plan
5. Kuitun food recommendation: Mingzhu Night Market Grilled Lamb Chops, Aini One Hand Grab
The sunset over Anjihai Grand Canyon
Located near the Shawan section of Xinjiang's 101 Provincial Road, the Anjihai Grand Canyon is definitely the number one beauty of this trip. Standing on the edge of the canyon, one has to admit the natural wonder and majestic beauty.
Under the sunset, the earth, sky, and clouds are constantly changing colors, with the purple sunset and the faint rainbow adding a layer of mystery to the canyon.
🌟 Highlights:
Magnificent, robust Western style
🚉 Travel Tips:
Accessible only by self-driving, but the road is in good condition
💰 Average Cost:
Not a scenic spot, no entrance fee, but more beautiful than a scenic area
📝 Safety Tips:
Absolutely pay attention to safety, cliffs and precipices, falling down would be bad Anjihai Grand Canyon
S101, a breathtaking defense highway not to be missed
Departing from Urumqi on 6.15, S101, checking in at Shimenzi Reservoir (Pic 1), Baili Danxia (Pics 2-3), Kenswat Reservoir (Pic 4), and Anjihai Grand Canyon (Pic 5) with the whole line being clear and the road conditions relatively good. There are occasional 1-2 landslides, but detours are possible.
The continuous Danxia on both sides of the road is astonishing, the reservoirs are a deep blue that is refreshing to the soul, a must-drive viewing platform in this lifetime, with diverse scenery that dazzles the eyes.
The grandeur of Anjihai remains mysterious even in rainy weather!
Note: The defense highway facilities are not fully equipped, and there was an awkward moment of queuing for the toilet , no gas stations along the way, so it's necessary to refuel and resupply before the trip.
Also, due to the unique terrain and peculiar scenery, you need to pay extra attention while driving, slow down, and safety first~
Xinjiang Travelogue: Anjihai Grand Canyon
Xinjiang Travelogue📝Anjihai Grand Canyon|||Check-in→The Torn Earth-Anjihai Grand Canyon
Urumqi-3H-Anjihai Grand Canyon-3H-Stay in Bole【Private Car】
🗺️Location: Located in Anjihai Town, Shawan City, you can navigate directly (the scenic area is undeveloped, free, with intermittent signal📶)
Due to its remote location, it's not very convenient to buy things nearby, so it's recommended to bring some dry food (there are some mobile vendors on the platform, offering cold noodles, fruits🍉🍈, coffee☕, ice cream🍦, kebabs🍢, etc.)
The driver accidentally took us down to the bottom of the canyon first (about 7 kilometers away from the scenic area there is a fork in the road, the left is down to the canyon, the right is the platform overlooking the canyon), whether standing on the mountain top platform looking down into the valley, or looking up from the valley floor👀, you can see the splendid colors, the canyon stretches for more than a dozen kilometers, stunning!
📸Shooting suggestions:
1️⃣Bring a drone, the God's eye view is very impressive.
2️⃣Be sure to choose a sunny day, as the weather affects the lighting, which is key to whether you get good photos.
⚠️Scenic area precautions
Because the soil is quite loose and the safety facilities are not well established (basically none), the danger level of this scenic area is quite high, so be very careful when shooting, and don't get too close to the edge of the cliff!😱
🚾It's a dry toilet (it's recommended to take care of it at the service area on the highway)!
Impressive and majestic, making this the perfect first stop on the Ili loop tour.
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