[2025 Akto Stay] Travel Guide for Karakule Lake Buzhoushan Camp Park (Updated Mar)

The westernmost part of China, where the last ray of sunshine disappears, is a breathtakingly beautiful place with vast mountains and rivers. 🌇 On the Pamir Plateau, snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and canyons intertwine to create a magnificent extreme landscape, as if you have stepped into paradise... ❗【👇Click below to visit a place close to paradise】❗ 🌄 Westernmost China · Sunset Watch Encounter a sunset at the westernmost end of China, watch the orange-pink sunset spread over the snow-capped mountains, and feel the romance of "the vast mountains and rivers, and the world is worth it." 🏔️ Panlong Ancient Road · Endless Scenery Walk through more than 600 S-shaped bends, with snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and canyons along the way, each frame is a blockbuster, and each glance is shocking. 🧊 Muztagh Ata · Father of Glaciers Look up close at Muztagh Ata, the "Father of Glaciers," stay at the Buzhou Mountain Camp, lie down and watch the golden mountains at sunrise, and the starry sky at night, as if you are in a dream. 🕌 Kashgar Old Town · Human Fireworks Stroll through the old town of Kashgar, listen to the chanting, enjoy a pot of tea in a century-old teahouse, experience intangible cultural heritage copperware and musical instrument handcrafts, and feel the rich southern Xinjiang style. 🌟【Highlights】 ✔️Extreme Scenery: Hardcore off-road vehicle escort, watch the westernmost sunset and Panlong Ancient Road. ✔️Starry Sky Accommodation: Stay in a starry sky room at Buzhou Mountain Camp, facing Muztagh Ata. ✔️Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience: Handcrafts in Kashgar Old Town, tea tasting in a century-old teahouse, rich style. ✔️Taste of Southern Xinjiang: Specialty restaurants, lakeside dinners, taste authentic southern Xinjiang cuisine. ❗【👇Click below to start your journey to the secret of southern Xinjiang】❗

The China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, also known as the Karakoram Highway, is an international highway connecting Kashgar in Xinjiang, China, and the northern Pakistani city of Thakot. This highway is not only a major transportation route but also a scenic tourist route. It traverses the magnificent Karakoram Mountains, and its natural scenery and cultural charm attract countless adventurers and travelers. Spectacular Natural Scenery The China-Pakistan Friendship Highway crosses one of the world's highest mountain ranges, offering views of snow-capped mountains, deep valleys, and rushing rivers. Among them, the main peak of the Karakoram Mountains, K2, stands at 8,611 meters above sea level, making it the second-highest peak in the world, adding a touch of mystery and challenge to this highway. Cultural and Historical Convergence This highway is not only a natural masterpiece but also a convergence of culture and history. It bears witness to the friendship between the peoples of China and Pakistan. The towns and villages along the highway preserve traditional Pakistani and Xinjiang Chinese cultures. Whether it's architectural styles, dietary habits, or the lifestyles of local residents, travelers have the opportunity to gain a deep understanding of different cultures. Adventure and Challenge The China-Pakistan Friendship Highway is an adventurer's paradise. It offers opportunities for various outdoor activities such as hiking, mountaineering, and cycling, and is also a challenging self-driving route. Travelers can experience the joy of driving here while facing challenges such as complex road conditions and changing weather. Safety Tips Although the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway is full of charm, travelers should fully understand the local weather conditions and road information before setting off to ensure a safe journey. Due to its unique geographical location, travelers are advised to respect local customs, protect the environment, and travel responsibly. The China-Pakistan Friendship Highway is a route worth exploring. It not only offers a visual feast but also allows you to deeply experience the fusion and harmonious coexistence of different cultures.

Passing by Karakul Lake and Mount Muztagh on the way from Baisa Lake to Taxkorgan, the Muztagh Glacier Park is still under construction. You can take a detour and drive in because it was too late, we didn't go further. When we returned, the gate was already closed. Next time, when it officially opens, I must come and have a proper visit. It's a pity that I didn't get to the Muztagh Glacier, but the clear sky on the return trip and the beauty of Karakul Lake really broke my heart. Sharing a few photography spots: 1. On National Highway 314 from Taxkorgan to Baisa Lake, after passing the Tashkurgan Wetland Park viewing platform but before reaching Tashkurgan Township, there is a small path that leads off the highway. Navigate to Mayierjiang Pastoral Happy Home in Tashkurgan County, Tashkurgan Township. The country stone road leads to a spectacular view of Mount Muztagh in the distance. 2. The southwest corner of Karakul Lake, that short stretch of road is along the lake, and the aerial view from here is amazing. 3. Karakul Lake Scenic Area is a paid attraction, with an entrance fee of 45, but it's definitely worth a visit. There is a monument of Karakul Lake. You can walk to the lakeside and see a whole, intact lake and snow-capped mountains, which is a much better view than from the roadside. The wind is very strong by the snow-capped mountains and lakes, so be sure to keep warm~

🌅 You may be enchanted by the fairy-tale landscapes of Switzerland, but Xinjiang·China, is also an unforgettable poetry and distance. Xiaoye has compiled a list of 8️⃣ high-end scenic stays that are a must for hotel enthusiasts. Pack your bags and set off, move your home into the scenery, and let the magic of nature heal your soul. I've already tried it for you! Go for it with confidence! The itinerary is at the end‼️ . Hot Spring Sayram Lake Spruce Wild Luxury Hotel 💰3000+ Adjacent to the 'Last Tear of the Atlantic' , built against the mountains, with snow-capped mountains at the front and spruce at the back, you can enjoy a 180-degree mountain and wilderness view from your room. . 💰2000+ Primitive wooden cabin structure, adopting the wabi-sabi style of ethnic minorities, the room's large floor-to-ceiling windows face the snow ridge spruce and grassland valleys. Travelers can ride horses through the slopes and flower seas, forests and streams, to deeply appreciate the stunning grassland scenery. . Borui Campsite 💰2000+ A divine wild luxury camping site in summer, where you can sleep comfortably even on the grasslands, stay at the foot of Kafeng, accompanied by the stars and the Milky Way as you sleep🌌, and start your escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. . Nalati Pastoral Star Valley Starry Sky Hotel 💰1000+ A luxurious scenic hotel within the Nalati scenic area, the hotel adopts independent container-style design, each room is a standalone starry sky room with a skylight for viewing, where you can lie in bed and watch the stars at night. . Hot Spring Kruger Wild Luxury Campsite 💰4000+ A hidden paradise in the snow-capped mountains and grasslands, pine forest slopes, vast starry skies, snow-capped mountains and clouds... The absolute beauty of Northern Xinjiang is fully displayed here. The campsite rooms have large terraces and floor-to-ceiling windows, push the window to reveal the beautiful scenery📸. . Zhao Su Yunbao Ranch Wild Luxury Campsite 💰1000+ A representative of the treasure tent hotel! A modern and luxurious stay experience, immersive contact with nature, and you can sit in a rocking chair to watch the sunset and admire the brilliant starry sky, dispelling all fatigue. . Hemu Youyuan Mountain Homestay 💰1000+ This place is known as 'God's own land', the homestay is situated high, the viewing platform overlooks the entire village, the scenery is open, with independent small courtyards, very quiet and suitable for stargazing✨. . Kalakule Lake Buzhou Mountain Campsite Park 💰1000+ The campsite is located by Kalakule Lake, facing the 'Father of Ice Mountains' Muztagh Ata and the connected Gongger Jiu Bie Peak, lying in bed you can enjoy this stunning 'two peaks and one lake'. . 🔥Xinjiang Beautiful Stays Customization | 7 Days 6 Nights D1⃣ Urumqi airport pick-up—Free time D2⃣ Urumqi—Duku Highway—Nalati D3⃣ Nalati Sky Prairie—Borui Campsite D4⃣ Kuerdun—Kuerdening—Qiongkushitai D5⃣ Qiongkushitai—Teks Bagua City—Yining Kazanqi—Liuxing Street D6⃣ Yining—Lavender Manor—Guozigou Bridge—Sayram Lake D7⃣ Sayram Lake—Urumqi airport drop-off

✈️🌟 Admire the scenery in northern Xinjiang, observe the culture in southern Xinjiang, during the seven days of the National Day holiday, I deeply experienced the autumn colors of southern Xinjiang🍁! Come and check out the amazing moments of this trip, you definitely don't want to miss it❗ 1️⃣ Karakul Lake: Facing the Muztagh Ata and Gongger Jiubie peaks, experience the sun shining on the golden mountain, like a fairyland. 2️⃣ Yarkand Khan's Palace: Visiting Shache, exploring one of the once 36 countries in the Western Regions, the palace in the desert is breathtaking. 3️⃣ Kashgar Old Town: One of the only Islamic culture labyrinth-style cities in China, as if you are in the scene of Afanti, with a unique exotic landscape. 4️⃣ Oytagh Red Valley: The song of ice and fire by nature, Oytagh Red Valley and the Geiz River are like the blood of the earth. 5️⃣ White Sand Lake: Under the serene sunlight of the Pamir Plateau, the metallic luster is intoxicating, like the Flowing Sands River in 'Journey to the West'. 6️⃣ Tajik Herders' Village: Delving into the homes of the Tajik people, experiencing the mysterious highland customs, gazing at Muztagh Ata, as if time has reversed. 7️⃣ Wakhan Corridor: The junction of three countries, an essential path for Tang Sanzang's journey to the West in search of scriptures, the heart of Asia, leaving a deep historical mark. 8️⃣ Panlong Ancient Path: The Panlong Ancient Path in southern Xinjiang, a must-see landscape in one's lifetime, walking the winding path today, life is all about smooth roads ahead. 9️⃣ Band-e Amir Blue Lake: Tranquil, profound, and magnificent blue, the blue tears of the Pamir Plateau, enchanting to the beholder. 🔟 Stone City and Golden Grass Beach: The water system winds like a jade dragon, like a natural painting. 1️⃣1️⃣ Tashkurgan Wetland Park Viewing Platform: Lush vegetation up close, clear lakes, and the distinct Muztagh Ata in the distance, as if entering a fairyland on earth. 1️⃣2️⃣ Muztagh Ata Glacier Park: Muztagh Ata is known as the 'Father of Glaciers', riding a horse to the glacier park at an altitude of 4600 meters, feeling the beauty of ice and snow. 1️⃣3️⃣ Jinhuyang National Forest Park: The stunning golden Populus euphratica forest, indulging in the wonders of nature. 🚗 Itinerary: ✅ Day1: Hangzhou-Kashgar-Shache (Stay at Shache Jing'an Road Yunju Hotel) ✅ Day2: Shache-Yarkand Khan's Palace-Kashgar (Stay at Kashgar Shengye Lisheng Hotel) ✅ Day3: Kashgar-Kashgar Old Town-Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience-Century-Old Teahouse-Id Kah Mosque (Stay at Kashgar Shengye Lisheng Hotel) ✅ Day4: Kashgar-Oytagh Red Valley-White Sand Lake-Golden Grass Beach-Taxkorgan (Stay at Panorama Starry Sky Hotel) ✅ Day5: Taxkorgan-Visit Tajik Herders' Homes-Wakhan Corridor-Panlong Ancient Path-Band-e Amir Blue Lake-Taxkorgan (Stay at Panorama Starry Sky Hotel) ✅ Day6: Taxkorgan-Stone City & Golden Grass Beach-Muztagh Ata Glacier Park-Karakul Lake (Stay at Buzhou Mountain Camp) ✅ Day7: Buzhou Mountain Camp-Zepu Jinhuyang National Forest Park-Kashgar-Hangzhou This trip to southern Xinjiang is not only about appreciating the scenery but also a purification of the soul. Save it and feel the miracle of southern Xinjiang with me, an unforgettable experience in a lifetime!💫📸

The stars last night at the Mount Bu Zhou campsite, which was planned, due to the severe cold of more than 10 degrees below zero, the strong wind, the dark clouds all over the sky, and the offset of the Milky Way after the clouds of the Mustag Peak dispersed in the early morning, I didn't sleep well all night, and I didn't take good pictures all night, and I got a passing scene.