Kanas + Yili Loop 10-Day Tour

There are always some beautiful things in the world worth rushing to! This summer, let's go to Xinjiang! Visit the vast grasslands, this magical place like the Emerald City of Oz, take a rest on the grassland that feels like a green carpet for a while. As the wind blows, you feel like you're floating on the sea, reaching out as if you could touch the blue sky and white clouds, being there, you can't help but marvel at the beauty of nature. (Kanas + Yili Loop 10-Day Tour) D1: Urumqi - S21 Desert Highway - Ulungur Lake (road view) - Burqin D2: Burqin - Kanas Lake - Kanas Village D3: Kanas - Strolling through Three Bays - Hemu D4: Hemu - World Devil City - Karamay D5: Karamay - Sayram Lake - Qingshui River D6: Qingshui River - Yining Kazanqi Folk Village - Zhaosu D7: Zhaosu - Xiatang Forest Park - Tekes Bagua City D8: Tekes - Nalati Sky Grassland - Nalati D9: Nalati - Tangbula Hundred Mile Gallery - Northern Section of Duku Highway - Kuitun D10: Kuitun - Dushanzi Grand Canyon - Urumqi

12-Day Essence of Northern Xinjiang Tour

Accompany you to see the grasslands - this must be the romance of summer. North of the Tianshan Mountains lies the highland grasslands of Northern Xinjiang, where the blue of Kanas Lake and the sunrise at Hemu Village are intoxicating. The flowers of Northern Xinjiang bloom splendidly in summer, with snow-capped mountains and grasslands, forest pastures, glacial lakes, canyons and rivers, Gobi deserts, and the hoofbeats of cattle, sheep, and horses. All your imaginations of Xinjiang are brought to the extreme in Northern Xinjiang. For those who want to visit Xinjiang, now is the time to plan! After all, during the peak season, the prices for flights and hotels will soar. D1 Urumqi D2 Urumqi--Tianchi--Fuyun Stay: Fuyun D3 Fuyun--Koktokay--Buerjin Stay: Buerjin. D4 Buerjin--Kanas--Jiadengyu Stay: Jiadengyu D5 Jiadengyu---Hemu--Colorful Beach--Buerjin Stay: Buerjin D6 Buerjin--Devil City--Kuitun Stay: Kuitun D7 Kuitun--Sayram Lake-Lavender--Yining Stay: Yining D8 Yining--Nalati--Bayanbulak Stay: Bayanbulak D9 Bayanbulak--Hejing Stay: Hejing D10 Hejing--Turpan-Grape Valley-Karez Wells Stay: Turpan D11 Turpan--Flaming Mountains--Shanshan Desert--Urumqi Stay: Urumqi D12 Urumqi - Airport drop-off

Autumn's unmissable fairy tale secret place! Keketuohai travel guide

It is said that there is a small town called Keketuohai in Fuyun County, Xinjiang. If you have to choose a trip in the four seasons, it must be autumn, because the autumn is high and refreshing, and the colorful Keketuohai is as beautiful as a fairy tale! 🟠 Keketuohai Scenic Area - **Ticket**: 90 yuan/person - **Opening hours**: 9:00-18:00 🔸 **Ertix Grand Canyon** This canyon is more than 70 kilometers long, the golden birch trees on the river bank, dotted with cattle and sheep, are like a fairy tale world, it is recommended to spend 3 hours to play! 🔸 **Kokosuri Lake** Also known as "Wild Duck Lake", you can see reed floating islands of different sizes, like a pearl of the Ertix River on the earth. 🔸 **Keketuohai No. 3 Mine Pit** This is one of the largest mine pits in the world, containing rich history. It's like a geological museum, looking like a huge sapphire sunk on the ground, spectacular! 🟠 Accommodation recommendation 📍Shuise Moshang National Studies Cultural Hotel🏨, about an hour's drive from Keketuohai Scenic Area, close to surrounding scenic spots such as Keketuohai, No. 3 Mine Pit, Kanas, Hemu. Here is full of national style, each room has a unique view, you can not only taste tea art, but also experience calligraphy, painting, piano playing, chess, etc. In addition, there is a Hanfu check-in area. In addition to Xinjiang's special food, you can also taste the hometown flavor of Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine! 🟠 Tips - The temperature difference between day and night in Keketuohai is large, so please bring thick clothes. - The ultraviolet rays in high-altitude areas are strong, don't forget sunscreen and physical sun protection. - Autumn is mainly yellow, it is recommended to wear white, yellow or orange clothes to increase the beauty of the photo. In the autumn of Keketuohai in Xinjiang, you will feel breathtaking beauty! 🌾🌟

Xinjiang Travel Guide

🚙Route Overview▪Ice and Snow Wonderland 7-Day Tour D❶: Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Stay in Fuyun/Keketuohai In winter, Tianshan Tianchi is covered with snow, and the branches are full of rime. In deep winter, the lake is completely frozen, and you can experience many 🏂ice and snow projects. D❷: Fuyun/Keketuohai → Keketuohai → Stay in Burqin Keketuohai has excellent natural scenery and rich cultural history, including the No. 3 mine pit, the Ertix Grand Canyon, the Keketuohai International Ski Resort, the Geological Museum, and the Talat Village. D❸: Burqin → Hemu → Stay in the scenic area cabin In winter, Hemu has cute 🏡snowy cottages, you can stroll around the village, pet cats and dogs, or ride a horse to the beautiful peak, shuttle through the birch forest, watch the 🌌starry sky at night, and watch the morning fog sunrise early in the morning. D❹: Hemu Observation Deck → Jikepulin Ski Resort → Stay in the scenic area cabin This is a paradise for ski lovers, with evenly distributed beginner, intermediate and advanced tracks, satisfying skiers of all levels, and the snow on the track is also very thick. D❺: Kanas → Kanas → Wuerhe Ghost City → Stay in Wuerhe Winter Kanas is like an ink painting, with scenery that is not inferior to Switzerland, the misty river surface, the silver-clad three bays, the white and round snow mushrooms, every shot is a blockbuster. D❻: Wuerhe → Sailimu Lake → Stay in the scenic area's standalone apartment Play at Sailimu Lake for a whole day, watch the snow-capped mountains, swans, blue ice, bubble ice, sunset afterglow, hold a cup of milk tea to watch the stars at night, you can upgrade to a panoramic star room/star room car. D❼: Sailimu Lake → Dushanzi Grand Canyon → Urumqi "Duku Secret Realm, Billion-Year Spectacle", it's really spectacular, the canyon covered with heavy snow adds a bit of gentleness, after watching the scenery, you can drink a cup of sea buckthorn coffee to warm up.

Going to Xinjiang to play like this - punch "Jinshan". The Altai Mountains in the northern part of Xinjiang, the Mongolian language means Jinshan. Since ancient times, it has been fascinating because of the rich gold treasures. Here, the most representative is the Cocoto Sea. Choose to go to the Cocoto Sea because it is the first national geological park in China with a typical deposit and mine site as the main landscape. The unique Altai Mountains granite landscape and the rich earthquakes have accumulated a rich variety of scientific connotations and aesthetic significance, saying that the value of the city can not be overemphasized, so this time I must go. Experienced the "open eyes" in the beauty of Xinjiang. I thought it would not be amazing by the Cocoto Sea. I didn't expect it to be "washed" by the beauty. Cocoto Lake is simply beautiful, and the blue is like a gem. The more is deep into the Cocoto Sea, the more you can understand the so-called balance between man and nature. The locals told me that in the early 1960s, the rare minerals produced in the Cocoto sea pit, where people asked for minerals from nature, also caused extreme damage to the natural ecology here. Nowadays more and more people are changing their natural cognition. The relationship between man and nature may no longer be unilaterally requested. For the Cocoto Sea, although the mine is still here, there has been no prosperity of the past mining, and what is presented to us is a rich and harmonious natural ecological scene. Take the nature, give back to nature, I think this is probably the balance between man and nature.

So beautiful it's surreal

Coco-tohai 👉 Kanas Is this the Altay you long for? 📸Coco-tohai, a place as picturesque as a painting. The Irtysh River rushes by, with canyons, forests, and lakes reflecting each other's beauty. The No. 3 mine pit bears witness to history, while the majestic Mount Shen Zhong stands tall, with every scene being awe-inspiring. Here, nature's masterpiece awaits your appreciation.

The Miracle of Crossing the Earth — Keketuohai National Geopark Two-Day Exploration Guide

Deep in the hinterland of Xinjiang lies an untouched sanctuary—Keketuohai, a place not only rich in natural treasures but also steeped in profound historical culture, waiting for every explorer eager to unveil its mysterious veil. 🏞️ Park Introduction Keketuohai, meaning 'green jungle' in Kazakh and 'blue river bay' in Mongolian, is located in Fuyun County, Altay Region of Xinjiang. It is a national geopark and a World Natural Heritage site. With the magnificent Irtysh Grand Canyon, the extraordinary Shen Zhong Mountain, the profound No. 3 Mine Pit, and abundant flora and fauna, it is a paradise for nature lovers. 🚗 Transportation Guide - **Self-driving**: Depart from Urumqi and drive about 500 kilometers north along G216 national highway to reach the destination. - **Public Transport**: Take a long-distance bus from Urumqi to Fuyun County, then transfer to local vehicles to the park. 💰 Ticket Information - Adult ticket: Approximately 126 RMB/person (including shuttle bus), prices may vary by season. - Special reminder: Additional tickets or fees for experience projects may be required for some attractions. 👣 Two-Day Itinerary Day 1: 1. Morning: After arrival, take a shuttle bus to tour the Irtysh Grand Canyon and enjoy the canyon scenery along the way. 2. Afternoon: Visit Shen Zhong Mountain and feel the natural wonder up close. 3. Evening: Stroll by Lake Kekesuli and enjoy the tranquil time. Day 2: 1. Morning: Delve into the No. 3 Mine Pit and learn about its historical stories. 2. Afternoon: Adventure in the Aygosi Mine Cave and experience a different underground world. 3. Evening: On the way back, make a brief stop in Fuyun County to experience the local customs. 📸 Photography Spots 1. **Irtysh River Grand Canyon**: Misty morning, interlacing light and shadow in the canyon. 2. **Shen Zhong Mountain**: Giant rocks under the setting sun, with clear outlines and colorful hues. 3. **Lake Kekesuli**: At dawn or dusk, flying waterbirds and picturesque reflections. 4. **No. 3 Mine Pit**: Documenting the industrial epic co-written by humans and nature. 🌟 Must-Visit Attractions 1. **Irtysh Grand Canyon** 2. **Shen Zhong Mountain** 3. **No. 3 Mine Pit** 4. **Lake Kekesuli** 🍽️ Accommodation and Dining - **Accommodation**: There are several hotels and guesthouses in Keketuohai Town. It is recommended to book accommodations close to the park for convenience. - **Dining**: Try local flavors such as hand-grabbed mutton, nang, and milk tea to experience authentic Xinjiang cuisine. 🚫 Pitfall Guide - **Purchase tickets in advance** to avoid queuing during peak periods. - **Stay warm** as there can be a large temperature difference between day and night. - **Environmental protection**: Do not litter in the park. - **Respect customs**: Communicate friendly with the locals. In two days at Keketuohai, your journey will be more than just travel; it will be a dialogue across time and space, an intimate encounter with nature, and a profound gaze into history. When the journey ends, what remains is not just the beauty captured in your camera, but also an endless reverence and love for nature in your heart. 【Keketuohai】, this magical land, looks forward to meeting you again. In every look back, you will discover new miracles.

Koktokay is full of deep affection

Following the melodious and affectionate hot tune 'The Shepherd of Koktokay', we arrive at Koktokay located in the Altay region of Xinjiang. What comes into view is a rich natural landscape and geological relics, covering the Irtysh Grand Canyon, Kekesuli, Iremut Lake, and the Karaxianger earthquake fault zone in four parts. Altai Mountains and the Irtysh River are known as 'Golden Mountains and Silver Water'. Due to the special geological structure, erosion by wind and rain, and cutting by running water, Koktokay has formed many deep gorges and canyons, becoming a rich natural landscape combination area that integrates mountain scenery, water scenery, grasslands, and peculiar shaped mountain rocks. The tall and bare mountains, with folds and ravines faintly visible, and the grasslands scattered with leisurely groups of cattle and sheep stepping on flowers and looking for grass, are tranquil and comfortable, forming a series of exquisite and perfect landscape paintings. The south bank of the Irtysh River has a divine bell mountain, shaped like an inverted stone bell, about 350 meters high, standing proudly as the best of the Altai Mountains. Birch trees, pines, and Siberian spruces grow on the rocks. After the rain clears, white clouds linger around the rocky peaks, and rainbows cross the sky, creating a spectacular sight. The divine bell mountain stands like a giant god between the blue water and green shade, with its head resting on the blue sky and white clouds, appearing majestic and magical, unpredictable. Looking far away, the peaks are towering, and the water of the Irtysh River at the foot of the mountain shuttles between the rocks and rushes away, like a dragon going out to sea. The magnificent mountains, clear rivers, and rich natural resources of Koktokay are like a beautiful poem, a beautiful painting, which amazes and intoxicates people, attracting more and more people to come and appreciate its magical charm. Koktokay Scenic Area

Finally, someone has made the Xinjiang travel guide clear!

😎Finally, someone has made the Xinjiang travel guide clear! Content 'My Altay' has concluded, haha, I sneaked off to Xinjiang for a trip the week before last! . 🎐Recommended attractions: 📍Kanas Scenic Area 📍Hemu 📍Sayram Lake 📍Jiangbulake 📍Keketuohai . 🧳Travel preparation 1⃣The attractions in Xinjiang are quite scattered, and if you don't plan ahead, you'll waste all your time on the road; 2⃣Check the weather along the journey: Consider the itinerary and carry clothing items according to the weather; 3⃣Book tickets for flights/trains/hotels in advance: Book hotels more than half a month in advance, especially during the peak season, when prices will double. . 🍜Food recommendations There are so many delicious foods in Xinjiang, I will specifically recommend a few types: fried yogurt, Xinjiang lamb skewers, Xinjiang fried rice noodles R&B yogurt with hawthorn flavor is my ultimate favorite yogurt Hawthorn is appetizing and aids digestion, I've been eating a lot these days in Xinjiang, so having some hawthorn-flavored yogurt goes down very smoothly haha, no burden at all!

A Dreamy Journey | Hiking Guide to the Irtysh Grand Canyon and the Divine Bell Mountain

| Hiking Guide to the Irtysh Grand Canyon and the Divine Bell Mountain. ✨A stunning trip to the beautiful Irtysh Grand Canyon and Divine Bell Mountain!✨ 📍Location: Keketuohai Town, Fuyun County, Altay Region, Xinjiang 🚗Transportation: You can choose to drive yourself or take public transportation to get there. 💖Best Time to Visit: It is recommended to visit during the spring and summer seasons when the climate is pleasant and the scenery is enchanting. 🎈Attraction Highlights: 🌟Irtysh Grand Canyon: The river rushes, with strange peaks standing opposite each other on both sides of the canyon, showcasing nature's craftsmanship at its finest. Stroll along the canyon and feel the intertwining of grandeur and tranquility. 🌟Divine Bell Mountain: The unique bell-shaped mountain peaks are truly breathtaking! It's like a magical connection between the earth and the sky, and it's super photogenic. 🌈Tour Route: Day1⃣️: After entering the scenic area, first fully enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Irtysh Grand Canyon, then slowly approach the Divine Bell Mountain, appreciating its majesty from multiple angles. Day2⃣️: You can choose to hike around some less popular attractions to deeply experience the natural beauty here. 🥰Tips: 👉The temperature difference between day and night can be significant, so remember to bring warm clothing. 👉Pay attention to safety when hiking and wear comfortable shoes. Come here to start an intimate encounter with nature that will definitely make your trip worthwhile!💕

Coco-tohai Ertix River Hiking: Intimate Contact with Nature

Xinjiang Keketuohai Ertix River hiking guide🌊 📍Introduction to Keketuohai: Keketuohai is located in the Altay region of Xinjiang, meaning 'green jungle' in Kazakh and 'blue river bay' in Mongolian. Attractions here include the No. 3 Mine Pit, the Ertix Grand Canyon, and Talat Village. 🗺️Hiking Route: • Longmen Square: The entrance to the Ertix Grand Canyon, where the mountain range connects with the Ertix River, and the mountains and water embrace the square. • Shuimogou: A natural hiking valley in the Keketuohai scenic area, with continuous high mountains, babbling streams, and patches of birch forests. • Shen Zhong Mountain: Also known as Amir Sar Peak, it is a magical granite peak shaped like an inverted stone bell, located on the south bank of the Ertix River, rising from the flat ground with a relative height of 351 meters, standing proudly alone. • Jilandewen Hot Spring: Follow the river to the Jilandewen Hot Spring, a seven-kilometer journey, going up along the Ertix River, walking and taking photos along the way. 📝Notes: • Best Time: September-October, when the weather gradually stabilizes and the colors are the richest. • Tickets: The regular ticket is 90 yuan, with discounts for people over 60. • Clothing: Wear appropriate clothing according to the season, and pay attention to sun protection and warmth during hiking. • Safety: Pay attention to safety during hiking, comply with the regulations of the scenic area, and do not leave the designated route. 🎈Come to Keketuohai and experience the charm of nature!🌳

You must visit Altay this summer

After watching 'My Altay', even through the screen, you can feel the breeze of freedom, the sound of babbling streams, and the sunset viewed from Baihaba Village. At this moment, I can't resist the urge to set out Must-visit Attractions Koktokay Scenic Area Located in Fuyun County, Altay region, northern Xinjiang, this is a natural treasure that combines canyon rivers🏞️, forested mountains, mineral resources, polar lakes, and unique seismic fault zones. Kanas Scenic Area (Ticket + Shuttle Bus: 230/person) is known as a 'pure land on earth'. The Kanas Lake is vast with clear blue waves, surrounded by mountains⛰️, and when the sunlight shines upon it, the lake sparkles brilliantly. Multicolored Beach The rocks here vary in color, presenting a spectacular and colorful sight under the sunlight. Hemugou Village (Ticket + Shuttle Bus: 102/person) Located by the Kanas Lake, it is a well-preserved Tuwa village. The houses are built of logs, filled with a primitive charm. Standing on the small hill at the entrance of the village, you can overlook the entire village and the distant Kanas Lake, which is incredibly beautiful. Baihaba Village (Ticket + Shuttle Bus: 75/person) Known as the most northwestern village in China, it is located on the border with Kazakhstan. Bai Sha Lake A lake surrounded by sand dunes, located within Habahe County. The lake water is as green as jade, and the sand dunes are golden, reflecting each other and forming a unique landscape. About Transportation Altay has an airport and a train station🚉, with few flights and train services, so it's necessary to plan your trip in advance. In the city, you can choose buses🚌, taxis🚕, or self-driving as your means of transportation. About Food Altay's cuisine mainly includes lamb, flour-based food, and dairy products, as well as various wild vegetables and herbs. Local specialties include roasted whole lamb, hand-pulled rice, and milk tea, etc. About Accommodation There are many hotels and hostels in Altay city to choose from. For those who want to be closer to nature, camping🏕️ or staying in a farmhouse near the scenic area is an option. Precautions Large temperature difference: The temperature varies greatly between day and night, so it's recommended to bring warm clothing, such as jackets, sweaters, etc. Sun protection is essential: Altay has strong ultraviolet rays, so to protect your skin, it's advised to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, and other sun protection items

Altay | A Must-Visit Destination in a Lifetime

❤️Reasons to Recommend: The Altay region is the northern gateway of Xinjiang, boasting numerous unique tourist attractions. Here are a few recommended spots: 1️⃣Kanas Scenic Area: Location: Located in Burqin County, Altay region. Features: Known as 'a pure land on earth' and 'the garden behind God's house'. It includes attractions like Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Baihaba Village, and is one of the most dazzling jewels of Xinjiang. 2️⃣Keketuohai Scenic Area: Location: Located in Fuyun County, Altay region, in the town of Keketuohai. Features: A national 5A-level scenic spot and geological park, composed of the Karakunlun Fault Zone, Kekesuli, Irem Lake, and the Irtysh Grand Canyon. The autumn scenery is particularly outstanding. 3️⃣Colorful Beach: Location: Located about 24 kilometers northwest of Burqin County, Altay region. Features: A river beach known for its Yardang landform. The hills have a unique geology, and the rocks can display a variety of colors under the sunlight, with the colors being particularly dazzling and magical at sunset. 4️⃣Bai Sha Lake Scenic Area: Location: Located 60 kilometers northwest of the county seat of Habahe County, Altay region. Features: A pristine desert lake surrounded by desert, with white and fine sand dunes and a calm, azure lake surface, creating a mysterious and ethereal scenery. 5️⃣China-Russia Old Wharf Style Street: Location: Located in Burqin County, Altay region. Features: A food street with Russian flair, transformed from the site of the old Burqin Sino-Soviet shipping wharf, where you can see a variety of delicious foods. 6️⃣Ulungur Lake: Location: Located within Fuhai County, Altay region. Features: One of the four famous lakes in Xinjiang, with vast lakes, gentle beaches, good ecology, numerous water birds, and the wind-eroded Yardang landform, poetically known as the 'Devil City on the Sea'.

Explore Altay and experience the charm of the free wind!

📸 Altay, where the wind blows** 💖 In the north of North Xinjiang, there is a place called Altay, filled with the rustic charm of the mountains and wilds, it is the poetic dwelling of my soul. 🎈 The shepherd's Keketuohai, the mysterious Kanas, ancient glaciers, and old lakes, all quietly tell the secrets of time. The sky here is like a deep blue mirror, the land vast and boundless; the grasslands are lush with green, like an endless emerald carpet. 📍 On this land, there are also fairy-tale log cabins, hidden in the coniferous forests, with clear winding rivers and lakes as blue as jewels. 🏔 The distant snow-capped mountains stand tall, guarding this last pure land on earth. You can walk into Hemu Village to feel the fairy-tale world; you can also visit Kanas to appreciate the beauty of the fairy-tale garden. 🙏 Perhaps one day, you will come to Altay. Whether it's to escape the hustle and bustle or to seek tranquility, you can find your answer here. In this vast expanse of heaven and earth, cast aside anxiety and troubles, feel the free wind, and let it blow away the dust in your heart.

Encounter the free winds of Altay and embark on a journey of the soul

📸 Altay, a rendezvous with the wind and freedom** 😍 In the north of Northern Xinjiang, there is a place called Altay, filled with the charm of the wild, it's simply my dreamy paradise! 🤩 1️⃣ The shepherd's Keketuohai, the secret realm of Kanas, ancient glaciers, and old lakes, all silently tell the secrets of time. 🧐 2️⃣ The sky is as blue as a mirror, the earth vast and boundless, the grasslands lush and green, this free wind seems to blow away all worries! 😜 3️⃣ Step into the fairy-tale Hemu Village, visit the heavenly Kanas, and feel the charm of nature! 🎈 🌄 Altay, this paradise comparable to Ili, makes one never want to leave once they set foot here. 🙅 💖 If you come here, you will surely find the tranquility and freedom within your heart!

Feel the free wind of Altay and appreciate the beauty of a resting soul

📸 In the north of Northern Xinjiang, there lies the freedom with the wind** 😍 In Altay, I encountered the free wind and found the poetic dwelling of my soul. 🌲 This is Altay, located in the north of Northern Xinjiang, filled with wild mountain charm. 🐑 The Keketuohai of the shepherds, 🤩 the mysterious Kanas, ancient glaciers, and old lakes, all tell the secrets of time. 🎈 The sky here is like a deep blue mirror, the earth vast and boundless; the grasslands are lush with greenery, like an endless emerald carpet. 🎉 The freedom like the wind spreads in the heart, stirring up infinite reverie. 🤡 There are fairy-tale-like wooden houses hidden in the coniferous forests; the rivers are clear and meandering, the lakes as blue as gems. 🗻 The distant snow-capped mountains stand tall, guarding this last pure land. You can walk into Hemu Village to feel the fairy-tale world; you can also visit Kanas to experience the beauty of a celestial backyard. 🙌 One day, for various reasons, you will come to Altay. 🏃‍♂️ Whether to escape the hustle and bustle or to seek tranquility, the answer is here. 🎐 In this vast expanse, cast aside anxiety and encounter the breeze of freedom. 💨 It will gently brush your face, blowing away the dust.

Altay, a rendezvous with the wind and freedom

📸 In the north of Northern Xinjiang, encounter the free winds of Altay** 📍 In Altay, meet the winds of freedom🎈 💖 This is Altay, a place filled with wild charm. 🐑 The Keketuohai of the shepherds, the mysterious Kanas, ancient glaciers and ancient lakes, all quietly guard in this vast expanse of heaven and earth. ✨ The sky here is like a deep blue mirror, reflecting the vastness of the earth; the grasslands are lush with greenery, like an endless emerald carpet. 🎄 The wind spreads freely here, stirring up infinite reverie. 🌈 There are fairy-tale-like log cabins, hidden in the coniferous forests; the rivers are clear and meandering, the lakes are as blue as gems. 🧗‍♀️ In the distance, the snow-capped mountains stand tall, guarding this last pure land. 👣 When you step into Hemu Village, it's like entering a fairy-tale world; when you visit Kanas, it's like entering a garden of the gods. 🙏 Perhaps one day, you will come to Altay. 🎉 To escape the hustle and bustle, or to seek tranquility. In this vast land, cast aside anxiety and find the answer in your heart. 🌬 The wind, carrying the breath of freedom, gently brushes your face, blowing away the dust. 💨 In Altay, you have an unexpected encounter with the free wind.

Have a romantic date with the free wind in Altay!

🎈To the north of Northern Xinjiang, the wind of freedom in Altay🎈** 💖In Altay, you encounter the free wind unexpectedly🎐, feeling the poetic dwelling of the soul💖. 🌈This is Altay, located to the north of Northern Xinjiang, like a wild dream🌼, full of the charm of the mountains and wilds😜. ✨The shepherd's Keketuohai🐑, the mysterious Kanas🧐, ancient glaciers and ancient lakes🏔, all quietly guarding in this vast world🙏, as if telling the secrets of time🤔. 🎄Altay, comparable to the paradise of Yili🎄, once you set foot, you can't bear to leave this fairyland on earth🤩. 😍The sky like a deep blue mirror, reflecting the vast expanse of the earth; endless grasslands, lush and green, like an endless emerald carpet🎊. 🎉This wind-like freedom spreads in the heart, stirring up infinite reverie🎊. 📸On this land, fairy-tale wooden houses are hidden in the endless coniferous forests, clear rivers meander, and the azure lakes are like jewels embedded in them. In the distance, the towering snow-capped mountains overlook everything, silently guarding this last pure land on earth🧡. 🌾Step into the fairy-tale world of Hemu Village, and visit the fairy-tale garden-like Kanas🎀. 🙌Perhaps one day, for various reasons, you will come to Altay🎊. 🎈Whether you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city or seek peace of mind, you can find the answer here🎈. In this vast world, let go of all anxieties and troubles, and meet the wind that belongs to you🎈.

The winds of Altay disperse the troubles of life!

📸Altay, an encounter with wind and freedom** 😍In the north of North Xinjiang, there is a place called Altay, filled with wild charm, it's simply the poetic dwelling of my soul! 🌅The shepherd's Keketuohai, the mysterious Kanas, ancient glaciers, and old lakes, all quietly guard this vast expanse of heaven and earth, as if telling the secrets of time. 🎈The sky here is like a deep blue mirror, reflecting the vastness of the earth; the grasslands are endless and lush, like an infinite emerald carpet. 🤩On this land, there are also fairy-tale-like wooden houses, hidden in the endless coniferous forests. The clear rivers meander, and the azure lakes are like jewels set within. In the distance, the towering snow-capped mountains overlook everything, silently guarding this last pure land of humanity. 👣You can step into Hemu Village, like a fairy-tale world, and visit the Kanas, which is like a fairy-tale garden. Here, perhaps, is the answer you've been looking for. 🌬One day, for various reasons, you will come to Altay. Whether you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city or seek peace of mind, you can find that breeze in your heart here. 💨That wind, carrying the breath of freedom, gently brushes your face, dispersing the dust in your heart.

Altay, the land caressed by the breeze of freedom

🎈Altay, where the wind blows🎈** 😍In the north of Northern Xinjiang, there is a place as beautiful as a fairy tale—Altay. 🤩Here, you can find the herdsman's Keketuohai, the mysterious Kanas, and ancient glaciers and lakes. 🌳The sky is a brilliant blue, the grasslands a vibrant green, the mountains majestic, and the lakes like jewels... Coming here is like stepping into a fairy tale world. 📸In Altay, you can fully enjoy the freedom of the wind and feel the charm of nature. 🏡The wooden houses here are like elf cottages hidden in the forest, making one feel as if they are in the midst of a fairy tale. 🌄When you step into Hemu Village, it's like entering a fairy garden, everything is so unrealistically beautiful. 🙏If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, or seek peace of mind, then Altay is definitely your best choice. 💗In this vast expanse, you will encounter that breeze of freedom and find the answers within your heart.

Meet the breeze of freedom! Altay, the place where the soul takes flight

🎈Altay, where the wind resides 🎈** 😍In the north of Northern Xinjiang, there is a place as beautiful as a fairy tale—Altay. 🤩Here you can find the shepherd's Keketuohai, the mysterious Kanas, and ancient glaciers and lakes. 🌳The sky is a brilliant blue, the grasslands are lush green, wooden houses are like something out of a fairy tale, and the snow-capped mountains are majestic and spectacular. 🎉Here, you can enjoy the freedom like the wind and feel the charm of nature. 🌺Altay, a heavenly paradise that once you step foot in, you wouldn't want to leave!

In Altay, dance with the free wind and let the soul soar poetically

📸 Altay, where there is wind** 😍 In the north of North Xinjiang, there is a place called Altay, filled with the charm of the wild, like a wild dream. 🌳 The shepherd's Keketuohai, the mysterious Kanas, ancient glaciers and lakes, all tell the secrets of time in this vast expanse. 🎈 The sky here is like a deep blue mirror, the grasslands are lush with greenery, and endless freedom spreads in the heart. 🛤️ Step into the fairy-tale world of Hemu Village, visit the divine garden of Kanas, and feel the charm of nature. 💨 One day, you will come to Altay to find that pure land in your heart. 🌬️ In this vast world, cast away all anxieties and meet the free wind.

It is known as the land of the emerald on the land of Xinjiang

🎶 'The Shepherd of Koktokay' is not just a melody, it is a prelude to the harmonious resonance of the soul and nature. In this land known as the emerald of Xinjiang, we are about to embark on a dream-chasing journey about blue river bays🏞️ and green forests🌲. 🚍 **Interval Bus Tour: The Magic of Light and Shadow in the Irtysh Grand Canyon** 🚍 📍**Trip Highlights**: - **Birch Forest**🌲: A gentle encounter on the return trip, the silver-white trunks shimmer in the sunlight, as if entering a dream world. - **Tourmaline Bay**💎: Even a glimpse from the car can instantly capture your heart with its blue-green waters. - **Husband and Wife Trees**👫: The romantic legend of two trees growing side by side, be sure to inform the driver in advance to get a close-up feel of this deep affection. - **Golden Triangle Entrance**🏔️: First taste of frontier style, shepherd's station, a cup of milk tea, a story. - **Stone Gate**🚪: A magical creation of nature, as if it is the mysterious door to another world. - **Bell Mountain**🏞️: The end is also a new beginning, walk to the viewing platform after getting off the bus, to witness the awe of Bell Mountain. 💰**Cost Details**: Ticket 90 RMB + round-trip interval bus 26 RMB, a high cost-performance nature exploration trip. 🕒**Driving Duration**: A visual feast of 30-45 minutes one way. 🕒**Ticket Sales Time**: Daily from 09:30 to 18:30, plan your adventure time. 🔙**Return Time**: The last interval bus departs from Bell Mountain at 19:00 for the return trip, do not miss it. 💡**Tips**: Establish a friendly relationship with the driver, your travel experience may be enriched because of him. 🏞️**Bell Mountain Canyon Deep Tour: A Blending Experience of Nature and Culture** 🏞️ 👣**Deep Exploration Route**: - **Starting Point**📍: Bell Mountain parking lot, starting from Bell Mountain, every step is in a story. - **Waterfall Gully**💧: A 1.2 km hike, listen to the babbling water, watch the waterfall like a ribbon. - **Little Bell Mountain to Camel Peak**🏞️: Conquer one by one, each peak has different scenery and stories. - **Kalajule Waterfall**🌊: The final 500-meter sprint, the end of the waterfall is a perfect blend of shock and tranquility. 🛵**Small Traffic Strategy**: - **Hiking Section**👣: The 1.5 km from the parking lot to Waterfall Gully is the most intimate contact with nature. - **Electric Cart Convenience**🛵: Electric cart service after Waterfall Gully, easily reach Camel Peak, enjoy more scenery. ⚠️**Boundary Reminder**: Pay attention to safety, respect boundaries, Kalajule Waterfall is already close to the border. 📸**Photography Secrets & Essential Checklist** 📸 - **Best Photography Time**📷: Dawn and dusk, the golden light on the canyon, every second the colors are changing. - **Equipment Checklist**🧳: High-quality camera, wide-angle lens to capture the breadth, telephoto lens to focus on details; outdoor equipment such as hiking shoes, insect repellent, sunscreen, lightweight raincoat, as well as plenty of water and energy bars. - **Mental Preparation**🧘: Keep curious, communicate with locals, collect those unknown stories. 🎭**Cultural Immersion during the Journey** 🎭 - **Shepherd's Station**🏕️: Not just a rest stop, but also a window to understand local culture and customs. A steaming cup of milk tea, a shepherd's daily life, makes your journey more fulfilling.

10-Day Grand Circuit Travel Guide for Northern Xinjiang

♦️ Northern Xinjiang is dominated by natural scenery: a long history of nomadic culture, alpine grasslands ♦️ Southern Xinjiang is dominated by cultural landscapes: a perfect combination of desert and Gobi, diverse and simple human civilization ♦️ With the spring blossoms, beautiful Xinjiang also welcomes the romantic apricot flowers. The endless grasslands have sprouted new buds, and the little wildflowers on the grasslands are slowly blooming, the gifts of nature are always the most beautiful 10-Day Grand Circuit Travel Guide for Northern Xinjiang Day1: Urumqi - Tianchi - Fuyun (Stay: Fuyun) Day2: Fuyun - Keketuohai - Multicolored Beach - Burqin (Stay: Burqin) Day3: Burqin - Jiadengyu - Kanas (Stay: Kanas) Day4: Kanas - Hemu (Stay: Hemu) Day5: Hemu for sunrise photography - Multicolored Beach - Burqin (Stay: Burqin) Day6: Burqin - Devil's City - Kuitun (Stay: Kuitun) Day7: Kuitun - Sayram Lake - Yining (Stay: Yining) Day8: Yining - Korgas - Nalati (Stay: Nalati) Day9: Nalati - Duku Highway - Bayanbulak (Stay: Bayanbulak) Day10: Bayanbulak - Northern Duku Highway - Urumqi (Stay: Urumqi) ✅ Pure play small group, travel is free and convenient, everyone is taken care of ✅ Selected hotels + local drivers + brand new vehicles, butler-style service. ✅ Reasonably planned routes, ample time arranged for sightseeing, deep experience of the scenery of Northern Xinjiang. ✅ New vehicles within 5 years, business/SUV/various models available

Koktokay

Koktokay is not a sea, it's just a river named Irtysh that flows westward into the Arctic Ocean. Koktokay Scenic Area, also known as Xinjiang Koktokay National Geopark, is located in Fuyun County, Altay Region, northern Xinjiang. The scenic area consists of four parts: the Irtysh Grand Canyon, Kekesuli, Iremut Lake, and the Karakax Earthquake Fault Zone. In 2012, Koktokay Scenic Area was promoted to a national 5A-level tourist attraction. The No. 3 mine pit of Koktokay made an outstanding contribution to the new China at that time.

Koktokay Scenic Area Guide, look here, look here

🌅【Koktokay】means "Blue River Bay" in Mongolian and "Green Jungle" in Kazakh. Although there is no sea as one might imagine, the blue and green have already created the stunning beauty of Koktokay. The scenic area boasts a rich variety of landscapes, where beautiful views coexist with mineral deposits, as early as the 1960s, it was an incredibly mysterious place in Xinjiang. Today, I will introduce how to play in Koktokay, and those who are planning to go must keep this guide well. 1️⃣ Koktokay National Mine Park Scenic Area (the first scenic spot after entering Koktokay) 4A level scenic spot 🚗Route: Scenic Area Gate - No. 3 Vein (Meritorious Mine, rare metal deposits) - Shuttle bus ride - Aygosi Mine Cave (a mine cave in the mountain with a guide's explanation) - Guanhai Platform (where you can take a panoramic view of Koktokay, but you need to climb the mountain) - Shuttle bus return trip 💰Cost: Ticket 80 (includes round-trip shuttle bus and explanation) ⏰Playing time: 1-2 hours 🎫Ticket sales time 09:30-18:30 The shuttle bus will take the last batch of visitors back from the mine cave 💌Tips: The temperature inside Aygosi Mine Cave is quite low, so be sure to bring a coat. Stand at the entrance of the mine cave before entering, and if you really can't stand it, rent a military coat next to the mine cave, which costs 20 yuan per piece. Also, drones can be flown inside the scenic area, but do not fly the drone under the mine pit, as it is easy to crash. 2️⃣ Koktokay National Geological Park (Irtysh Grand Canyon) 5A level scenic spot 🚗Regular route: Scenic Area Gate - Birch Forest (the shuttle bus usually does not stop on the way there, but can stop on the way back) - Tourmaline Bay - Gem Ditch Entrance - Couple Trees - Border Checkpoint - Stone Gate - Divine Bell Mountain 🚗In-depth tour route: Continue further on the basis of the regular route, Divine Bell Mountain parking lot - Waterfall Gully - Python Emerging from the Sea - Little Bell Mountain - Elephant Trunk Peak, Eagle Peak, Camel Peak - Hot Springs, etc., with high touristic value. 💰Cost: Ticket 90 + Shuttle bus 26 (round trip) 🚙Driving time: About 30-45 minutes one way ⏰Playing time: About 3-4 hours to Divine Bell Mountain only, about 5-6 hours for an in-depth tour to the waterfall hot springs, etc. The last shuttle bus returns at 19:00 💌Tips: The in-depth tour route is about 7 kilometers in total. There is no shuttle bus from Divine Bell Mountain parking lot to Waterfall Gully, and you need to walk 1.5 kilometers. After reaching Waterfall Gully, there is a shuttle bus ticket center where you can buy a tour bus ticket for 10 yuan per person round trip. It is recommended to prepare some cash, as mobile phone signals are not good here. ‼️Special attention: Koktokay is very close to the border, and the last waterfall is only 100 kilometers from Menggu. When you see the sign for tourists to stop, you cannot go any further.

My Altay, a summer retreat journey

Altay is located in the northwest of Xinjiang, bordering Russia, with vast land and sparse population, and low summer temperatures, making it suitable for a summer retreat. Attractions recommendation The Grassland Stone Men are human figures carved out of large stones, and are widely distributed in the Altay region and the Zhaosu Grassland of Ili within Xinjiang. More than 200 Grassland Stone Men carvings have been discovered within Xinjiang, and Altay is the birthplace of the Grassland Stone Men culture. In the Altay region, over 80 carvings of Grassland Stone Men that have been preserved for a millennium have been found. Directions: Self-drive to the Kazakh National Culture Park of Grassland Stone Men Ticket: 198 yuan Burqin Burqin is a Russian-style town under Altay, with exotic charm. It is also a transportation hub for Altay tourism. Hemugou Village Located at the border, Hemugou Village is the largest of the Tuva villages. It features vast birch forests and fairy-tale cottages. Ticket: 100 Food recommendation There are many pastoral joys in the area, with their own Mongolian yurts turned into restaurants. Passing tourists can eat the nomadic people's own free-range cattle and sheep, freshly slaughtered lamb, skewered and grilled on the spot, along with traditional Kazakh bauyrsak and salty milk tea. Clothing experience: Wear traditional Kazakh attire on the grassland. Starting from 30 yuan. Accommodation: Affordable lodging is available in Altay County, which is closest to the Altay Ski Resort. Transportation: Altay has an airport with direct flights from Urumqi. From Altay, you can take a bus to Burqin, and from Burqin, take a tourist route bus to Altay's most famous attractions, such as Kanas Scenic Area, Hemugou Village, Baihaba Village, and Keketuohai. On the return trip, you can take a bus from Burqin to Kuitun City, from where you can take a train to Ili.

Five-Day Altay Tour! The most successful trip following the trend

Experience the charm of nature in Altay! 5 days and 4 nights, deeply exploring Kanas + Hemu + Baihaba + Colorful Beach + Keketuohai. Even if you do nothing but lazily sunbathe at the doorstep of a cabin, it's still very enjoyable~ 👭Altay Five-Day Tour: Day1: Various places—Altay Day2: Altay—Hemu Day3: Hemu—Baihaba—Kanas Day4: Kanas—Keketuohai Day5: Keketuohai—Colorful Beach 📷Must-visit Scenic Spots: ✔️Kanas Deservedly known as 'God's backyard'. Kanas is shrouded in white, as if truly transported to an undisturbed fairy tale world, everything is so beautiful and serene ✔️Hemu Village A village that only appears in dreams, with primitive wooden houses, horse-riding villagers, and curling smoke from chimneys. Every frame in the camera is like an oil painting, and in the morning you can see the scenery of the sun shining on the golden mountain🌅 ✔️Colorful Beach Also known as the Colorful Riverbank, it's the palette that God left behind on earth when painting🎨 ✔️Baihaba Rated by 'National Geographic' as one of the eight most beautiful small towns in China, it's more remote with a primitive charm, where nature's palette of colors is vividly displayed on this beautiful land ✔️Keketuohai The emerald lost on the land of Xinjiang, Keketuohai🌊 is a fairy tale of the human world. It's not a sea, yet it stirs the hearts of everyone who comes here 🔰Tips: ▪️Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night, so bring both thick and thin clothes ▪️Personal documents: passport, ID card, driving license ▪️Download maps you will need in advance, as some areas have no signal at all ▪️Prepare food and water in case of traffic jams ▪️Don't order too much food in Xinjiang, the portions are very large

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Northern Xinjiang in a 12-day tour

Northern Xinjiang Grand Loop 12 Days This is not Switzerland, it's Xinjiang. Day 1 From various places to Urumqi Day 2 Urumqi - Heavenly Lake of Tianshan - Fuyun Day 3 Fuyun - Keketuohai - Multicolored Beach - Burqin Day 4 Burqin - Kanas Day 5 Kanas - Hemu Day 6 Hemu - Urho Ghost City - Karamay Day 7 Karamay - Sayram Lake - Guozigou Bridge - Yining Day 8 Yining - Kalajun - Tekes Bagua City Day 9 Tekes - Qiongkushitai - Tekes Day 10 Tekes - Nalati Grassland in the Sky - Bayanbulak Day 11 Bayanbulak - Duku Highway - Urumqi Day 12 Urumqi - Various places

13-Day Essence of Northern Xinjiang Tour

You should always make a trip to Xinjiang, where you can walk through endless flower fields, lie in the embrace of the grasslands and gaze at the clouds within reach. Witness the never-ending snow-capped mountains among lakes and stars, Xinjiang in summer is like a world from a Miyazaki anime~ Every scene is so unique, making you want to linger and forget to return~ Want to check in and take photos in summer? These spots are really nice, Kanas Lake: 'The Garden of the Gods', a picturesque alpine lake, breathtakingly beautiful Sailimu Lake: An endless expanse of blue, known as the last tear of the Atlantic. Naraty Grassland: Cattle and sheep walk slowly on the grassland, with wildflowers, valleys, peaks, deep canyons, and forests reflecting each other Devil City: A natural masterpiece, a unique geological landscape, like a castle where ghosts and goblins gather Dushanzi Grand Canyon: Wind-eroded rift valley landscape, a secret realm of Duku, a spectacle of a billion years Hemu Village: A tranquil village, like a fairy tale town, fully appreciate the simple Uyghur customs 13-Day Northern Xinjiang Itinerary D1: Gather in Urumqi D2: Urumqi→→Fuyun D3: Fuyun→→Burqin D4: Burqin→→Kanas D5: Kanas→ + Hemu D6: Hemu→→Burqin D7: Burqin→→Kuitun D8: Kuitun→→Yining D9: Yining→→Zhaosu. D10: Zhaosu→→Gongliu D11: Gongliu→→Bayanbulak D12: Bayanbulak Town→→Urumqi D13: Departure from Urumqi.