Things to do in Bole (2025): Top nearby activities,popular attractions,itinerary planning,weather,accommodation,food,transportation,and more - all you need to know (updated August, 2025) | Trip.com
M33***86:“There are many staff members at Sailimu Lake, and the organization has rooms. Although there are many people going there, the experience is still quite good. The lake is big, the scenery is beautiful, and the wind is strong. It is definitely worth visiting.”
枫原没有万叶:“2. Sailimu Lake Dianjiangtai (Rating 5.4, Free)
The nostalgic landmark where Genghis Khan was said to have inspected his troops:
• Highlights: Standing on the high platform and overlooking, the magnificent Sailimu Lake and the vast grassland are in the same frame. The lake breeze seems to be able to trace back to the wars of thousands of years ago. The view is excellent and free, suitable for history fans or taking panoramic photos.
• Shortcomings: Pure original ecological viewing platform, no supporting facilities (even no clear signs), it is recommended to drive and check in (with a trip around the lake), and it is not cost-effective to go alone.
→ Suitable for: Tourists who are obsessed with "history + vision" and need to bring their own imagination to check in.”
Opening hours: 09:30-20:00 (admission ends at 19:00)
枫原没有万叶:“4. Guaishiyu Scenic Area (Rating 4.6, Tickets from ¥48)
Northern Xinjiang "Strange Stone Museum":
• Wonders: Hundreds of millions of years of weathering have carved out pictographic stone groups such as "Stone Monkey Watching the Sea" and "Flying Stone". Hiking through them is like breaking into a science fiction set; it is only 35km away from Bole City, so there is no pressure for a short trip.
• Experience: The 4A scenic spot is cost-effective and suitable for parent-child exploration (guessing the stone shape) and photography creation (the vast Gobi background). Some areas require climbing, so it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes.
→ Suitable for: Geology enthusiasts and family tours. You can experience the "sculpture exhibition of nature" in half a day.”
M30***52:“It is recommended to go from the end of May to the beginning of October, bring a sunscreen and thick clothes when you go. Remember to watch the weather forecast in advance. The scenery is the most beautiful on sunny days.”
E14***08:“Needless to say, the beauty of Sailimu Lake, Sabin said: "Sailimu Lake has not been there? That white life"! I specially bought a bunch of red roses from Guangzhou to take pictures, really good look! #The first snow rose in winter A touch of red from Sailimu Lake! Lake Sailimu began to have broken ice, but not much, but also good enough. Lake Sailimu is now building ice to build a world of ice and snow, now see ice slides, ice dinosaur world, icicles...”
M39***18:“It is worth going. Standing on the top of Songshutou Mountain, you can see the panoramic view of Sailimu Lake on one side and overlook the Guozigou Bridge on the other side. It is great!
It takes more than 900 steps to walk to the middle platform, and a total of 1962 steps to the top of the peak”
Please contact the attraction to confirm specific opening hours
旅行界的吃货王:“Warning for taking your kids to visit the grassland twice! The healing power of Xihai Grassland is engraved into your DNA after one visit🌿
Who understands! I dragged my two "little beasts" to play crazy in Xihai Grassland for 3 days. After returning home, my kids kept saying "I want to go to that place with big lawns and stars" - as an old mother, I understand this feeling of being healed by nature. This place really deserves to be included in the list of parent-child travel ceilings!
• The safety factor is full: there are no steep mountain roads, and large and gentle meadows are like green velvet carpets. Kids can run and jump happily, and old mothers can just sit in the wild flowers and watch them, without chasing them and shouting "slow down"!
• Every shot is a fairy tale feeling: the mountains in the distance are as green as if they have been washed, and the small wild flowers nearby are purple, yellow, and white, dotted with the grass. The two kids are chasing butterflies. Any shot taken with the phone is a healing wallpaper.
• The pace is slow to the bone: no need to rush the schedule! Being woken up by birds in the morning, drinking salty milk tea in the herdsmen's tent at noon, and watching the sunset dye the clouds orange in the evening, this sense of relaxation is the most luxurious gift for traveling with children.
3 things you must experience when traveling with children
1. Wild plan on the grassland
Bring a bubble machine and a kite, put them on the lawn, the bubbles are shining in the sun, the kite flies higher than the windmill in the distance, and the screams of the two children chasing the bubbles are better than any nursery rhymes. When you are tired, spread a picnic mat, eat the herdsmen's freshly roasted mutton jerky, and watch the clouds in the sky slowly float.
2. Surprise encounter with small animals
We were very lucky and encountered a group of lambs! They ran after the mother sheep with fur, and the children carefully touched their fur, their eyes were as bright as stars. The herdsman uncle also taught the children how to distinguish the gender of the lambs. This kind of knowledge outside the textbook is a hundred times more vivid than the picture book.
3. Whisper under the starry sky
If the weather is good at night, you can see the Milky Way! Wrap the kids in a thick coat, lie on the grass and point at the stars, and tell them which one is the North Star. The elder brother suddenly said, "Mom, the stars here are brighter than those at home, because they are closer to us?" At that moment, I felt that all the hard work of rushing on the road was worth it.
Tips from an old mother
• Outfit: Be sure to bring a windproof coat for your baby! The temperature difference between morning and evening on the grassland is large. Wear short sleeves at noon and a coat in the evening. Choose light colors, and the photos will match the grassland.
• Equipment: Bring a small folding chair (a magic weapon to free the waist), mosquito repellent stickers, wet wipes (the baby can wipe his hands in time after touching the lamb), and prepare a small first aid kit just in case.
• Eating: You must try the pilaf and yogurt at the herdsman's house! The baby doesn't like sour food? Add some sugar, the brother ate two bowls in one breath, and the sister also took a spoon to learn from the herdsman uncle to "cheers".
When we left, my sister held the wild flowers she picked on the grassland and refused to let go. My brother said, "Mom, can we bring a tent next time?" It turns out that children understand the goodness of this grassland better than we do.
Xihai Grassland is not the kind of scenic spot where you can "check in and leave". It is the kind of place that people will remember and want to visit again. Next time, I will bring a book and take a good look at this grassland that slows down time while my child is having fun.
(Secretly: When I sorted out the photos after I came back, I found that I took more than 100 photos of my child's smiling face. I couldn't bear to delete them even when the memory was full~)”
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密码2013:“In Xinjiang's Sayram Lake, there is a wonderful landscape called Kele Yongzhu. "Kele" means "all springs" in Kazakh. This is the area where the undercurrent of the entire Sayram Lake is most concentrated.
On the lakeside, countless springs continuously gush out clear spring water. They gush out from the lakeside gravel layer, like strings of pearls jumping and jumping on the colorful pebble lake bed, flashing charming light, and "Kele Yongzhu" is named after this. These spring waters are filtered through layers of gravel layers and meadows. The water is sweet and refreshing. You can pick up a handful and drink it directly, which makes people feel refreshed.
In addition to the lively spring water, Kele Yongzhu is also a paradise for swans. Every spring and autumn, flocks of swans fly from Siberia to live and play here. The clear lake water reflects the elegant swans, who sometimes sing loudly, sometimes comb their feathers, and sometimes swim happily in the water, splashing layers of water. Tourists stood by the lake, quietly appreciating the scene and feeling the beauty of harmonious coexistence between man and nature. This is also a paradise for photography enthusiasts, whether it is the first light in the morning or the afterglow of the sunset in the evening, you can take beautiful photos here.”
M45***68:“The sunrise in the east wakes me up, but it doesn’t understand my heart as well as the sunset.
The wind blows the blue lake in the summer, which is better than the troubles of life.
The rain and dew are all on the green grass, and the handsome horse gallops and forgets to return.
Snowflakes are floating, springs are gurgling, and rainbows are laughing in the sky.”
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M29***rb:“My stay at Sailimu Lake was truly remarkable! The hotel is conveniently located, the rooms are clean and tidy, and the bedding was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The front desk staff was friendly, efficient, and attentive, answering every question. The breakfast was delicious. I'll definitely stay here again next time. Highly recommended! From the moment I walked in, I felt the thoughtfulness—the lobby had a delightful aroma, and the front desk lady offered to help with my luggage during check-in. The most touching thing was that when I wanted some hot water that evening, room service delivered it within minutes—so thoughtful! If you're visiting this area, this hotel is a must-try! The key factors were all excellent: first, the soundproofing—no noise at night, ensuring excellent sleep quality; second, the location—nearby restaurants and coffee shops; and third, the service—from check-in to check-out, the entire process was smooth, and the staff were incredibly friendly and responsive. The room was also clean and warmly decorated. It's a great value, and the rainy weather was truly beautiful. I watched the sunrise that morning, and my visit to Sailimu Lake was truly worthwhile. I highly recommend it to everyone!”
Helen:“"Xiao Shijie" Domestic Tour 📍Xinjiang
There are many white salmon themed dining cars in the Sailimu Lake Scenic Area. The signs and decorations seem to be the same. I wonder if they are all from the same brand. This one is located near Dianjiangtai. It is not the best in terms of scenery because the parking lot in front blocks the lake view. However, there are still many customers during peak hours. I wonder if it is because it opens early?
The store owner is very enthusiastic and patiently introduces and recommends dishes. I ordered several different flavors to try. The best one is |water-soaked white salmon^, which is close to steaming. It can better reflect the original flavor and the fish meat is relatively tender. If there are many people, you can order half a fish for 268 yuan, and if there are few people, you can order a small portion for 48 yuan. If the taste is not so light, you can also order |casserole white salmon^, with garlic and onions as side dishes. For the main course, |XO fish roe fried rice^ is not bad, you can taste the graininess of the fish roe, and it is not too greasy; |Fish dumplings^ are also OK, but really worse than Spanish mackerel dumplings and yellow croaker dumplings; |Gaolan fish noodle soup^ is not recommended at all, it is quite different from the picture, the soup base is not thick milky white, but clear soup, and the most important thing is that it has a strong fishy smell.
Overall, as a specialty of Sailimu Lake, it is still worth trying Gaoolan, but don't have too high expectations, after all, there are still many cold-water fish with similar tastes.”
想想与念念:“👉 Everyone went to stay at the yurt at the south gate of Sailimu Lake!!!!!! No, it’s not a big deal!!!! The herdsmen are so nice!!!! I’m a big fan of his house!!!!!
👭 We drove from Karamay to Sailimu Lake
We arrived at 18:30 in the afternoon
The route is to enter the East Gate and go clockwise → exit the South Gate → stay in the yurt → enter the East Gate the next day → counterclockwise → exit the South Gate
This way you won’t take a detour, won’t repeat, and won’t miss out
💥It was already around 22:00 when you exited the South Gate
At that time, we booked a yurt as shown in Figure 14
After adding V, I sent the location
It was actually half an hour’s drive from the platform
I was speechless at the time
Because It was getting dark, so we were in a hurry. We booked another one that was closest. Unexpectedly, the elder brother carried the luggage for the four of us girls and cooked for us (there was nothing to eat near the South Gate). He gave us milk tea, which was really better than the Xinjiang milk tea we had in Urumqi and Beitun. He also invited us to sit on the kang. We were prepared for the cold without the electric blanket. The elder brother also lit the stove for us. It was not cold at all. The average cost was 45 yuan. I really want to praise the elder brother after typing so many words. Compared with the boss of the yurt before, how can the difference between people be so big❗? 📍Mukelaimulati #The distant place I yearn for #The beautiful grassland scenery is infinite #Snow Mountain #Sai Limu Lake #The back garden of the gods”
205***10:“Really good! The price is fair! The service is also very considerate! I will definitely choose this place next time! Although it is Chinese New Year, the service is not discounted at all! I ordered two dishes at random and they tasted very good!”