Beauty is crazy! Mid-Autumn Festival best travel place recommended, go once is not enough, go to Kanas Kanas Lake Baihaba Fruit Gully Narathi Grassland Colorful Beach Sailim Lake Tianshan Tianchi Kashgar Old City Xiangfei Tomb Hongqiraf Pamir Plateau Flame Mountain Grape Gully

In September, Xinjiang can no longer be described in beautiful words, it is simply amazing!

In Xinjiang in September, the weather began to cool, the melons and fruits were ripe, the green and yellow grasslands, the boundless Sailim Lake... Missed it, but really regret it for a year!

Xinjiang, which begins in September, is the most beautiful time of the year, with the gradient of green, yellow and red colors, which is the favorite oil painting background of painters and the scene that photographers are most interested in.

September, the best time to travel in Xinjiang!

Coming here this season, there is no need to worry about where to go, because at this time, every place in Xinjiang is a large sense of déjà vu, and every place is beautiful!

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="01" data-track="88" > Kanas</h1>

Kanas integrates glaciers, lakes, forests, grasslands, pastures, rivers, ethnic customs, rare animals and plants, and is known as "Oriental Switzerland, Photographer's Paradise".

Kanas is a Mongolian word meaning "beautiful and mysterious", where spectacular glaciers reflect the tranquility of the lake and vast grasslands embrace deep virgin forests.

In September in Kanas, fresh as rain, pale yellow covers the entire mountain village forest, and the amorous Kanas Lake instantly becomes translucent.

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="02" data-track="165" > Kanas Lake</h1>

The northernmost Kanas Lake is the most beautiful scenic spot in Xinjiang that has risen in recent years, and is the only area with a European ecosystem, with snow peak glaciers, blue sky and white clouds, green water and grass, and birch forests, which are quite similar to the scenery of Lake Geneva in Switzerland.

The Kanas River is a magnificent example of beauty, originating from the Kanas Glacier, passing through the mountains and rushing down the Kanas River, and after flowing into this pod-shaped sunken lake area, it becomes gentle and soft.

On the east and west banks of the lake, there are primitive coniferous forests and birch forests dominated by European taiga forests, rendering an exotic taste like the Nordic continent and the Russian forest.

Self-driving route: Urumqi - Shihezi - Wusu - (via National Highway 217) - Karamay - Burjin - Kanas (about 912 kilometers)

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="03" data-track="166" > white haba</h1>

The village of Baihaba, located on the border, also has its most beautiful moments since September. Colorful mountain flowers and green forests are staggered and distributed, and they are red and purple.

Baihaba Village is known as one of the eight most beautiful towns in China. With the passage of time, the whole villa gradually hid in a golden birch forest, the creek babbled, the cooking smoke wafted, and the herds of cattle and sheep walked out of their respective homes, forming a fairytale wonderland under the warm sun.

In autumn, it becomes a colorful world, only to see that the poplar leaves in the valley are golden, and the leaves of the birch trees at the foot of the mountain are fiery red.

Self-driving route: There are two ways to go to Baihaba Village, one is from kanas scenic area, and the other is from Habahe County.

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="04" data-track="167" > Fruit Gully</h1>

Another name for Guozigou is "Talechi Daban", which is a famous canyon tunnel with a total length of 28 kilometers from sailim Lake north to Ili River Valley in the south.

Guozigou is named after the number of wild fruits, the peaks in the ditch are towering, the canyons are rotating, the pine birch is luxuriant, the fruit trees are overgrown, the wildflowers are blooming, the waterfalls are gushing and the scenery is beautiful, which is called "a strange wonderland" by the Qing people Qi Yunshi.

In the summer fruit ditch, flowers bloom, even if you just sit in the car and look at the beautiful scenery outside the car window, you already have the feeling of turning left at the intersection of paradise.

The highway winds and loops through the valley, and every year in September, it is the most beautiful valley in western Xinjiang, and any slope up Guozigou can be photographed with endless layers of forest belts and ridges.

Self-driving route: 312 National Highway Urumqi - Ili Highway

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="05" data-track="169" > the Narathi Savannah</h1>

"Prairie in the Air" – Narathi! The undulating mountain seems to lift the green to the sky! There are glaciers towering here, rivers flowing through, inhabited by Kazakhs who can sing and dance, and the scenery and ethnic customs of biansai are unobstructed.

The Narathi Grassland is one of the most famous grasslands in Xinjiang, and it is also one of the four major grasslands in the world, the subalpine meadow plant area, which has been a famous pastoral river valley, mountain peak, deep gorge and forest since ancient times.

The Narathi grassland is sloping in a large area, with dense mountain springs and streams. The gully at the foot of the mountain is deeply cut, the rivers are crisscrossed, the forest is dense, the mangyuan is slowly undulating, and the pine tower is strewn along the ditch. There are also felt room dots.

Every year from August to September, large herds of livestock move in and enter the golden season of the grasslands, where various gatherings of steppe people are held. The local area can also experience Kazakh folk customs.

Self-driving route: from Yining, via Gongliu, Chaxi, Xinyuan, to Narathi Town, about 340 kilometers, and then from Narathi Town 20 kilometers east to the forest park.

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="06" data-track="170" > Colorful Beach</h1>

Rainbow Beach is a colorful world in the Middle of the Gobi Desert, known for its weirdness, mystery and magnificence. This is a masterpiece of nature.

WucaiTan is a strange natural landscape formed by the movement of the earth's crust and extremely thick coal seams for thousands of years, after several vicissitudes, the sand and gravel covering the surface of the earth have been eroded by wind and rain, exposing the coal seam and burning out under the action of lightning and sunlight.

In September, Xinjiang will not set at sunset until 9 p.m., if conditions permit, you may wish to stay until sunset before leaving, to see the sunset and the multicolored color as the sun moves, changing the illusion.

Self-driving route: Urumqi City - Tuwuda Expressway (towards Jimsar) - via Fukang Toll Station - through Nanquanzi Toll Station - a sign on the left side of 216 National Highway - Scenic Area

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="07" data-track="171" > Sailim Lake</h1>

Located in the Beitianshan Mountains in Bole City, Bozhou, Xinjiang, Sailim Lake is the highest, largest and most beautiful alpine lake in Xinjiang, with the reputation of "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean".

Backed by snow-capped mountains, Lake Sailim is a vast grassland with clear blue waters, and it is a must-see beauty in the middle of summer every year.

Because this is the last place where the warm and humid air currents of the Atlantic Ocean can be taken care of. Regardless of the outside world, Sailim Lake is so quiet, without the slightest ripple, like a mirror, shining on the blue of the sky.

Self-driving route: 216 to Kanas, then from Kanas to Sayram Lake. The road conditions are good, basically secondary roads, less cars and straight roads

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="08" data-track="172" > Tianshan Tianchi</h1>

Tianchi Tianchi, known as "Yaochi" in ancient times, is located on the north slope of Bogda Peak, 100 kilometers northeast of Urumqi, and is a famous tourist attraction in Xinjiang. Here the snow peaks are reflected, the spruce trees are surrounded, the blue water is like a mirror, and the scenery is picturesque.

The surface of Tianchi Lake is half-moon-shaped, and the water of the lake is clear and crystal like jade. Surrounded by mountains, green grass and wildflowers, it has the reputation of "Pearl of Tianshan Mountain". Tall, green spruce and tower pine, the mountains are all over the mountains, covering the sky and the sun.

The Tianshan Tianchi, which is covered by flowers and grasses, is like a shy maiden, and in ancient Chinese mythology, this is also the place where the Mother of the Western Heavenly Queen bathes.

Self-driving route: Take the expressway (Wuda Expressway) from Urumqi to Tianchi, about an hour and a half to arrive.

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="09" data-track="173" > Kashgar Old Town</h1>

If you go to Kashgar, then the old city must not be missed. The houses in the old city have a long history, and the alleys are full of strong ethnic and local characteristics, which are worth staying for two or three days and slowly tasting

The old town of Kashgar is located in the center of Kashgar and covers an area of 3.6 square kilometers. South to Renmin Road, north to Semang Road, Yawag Road, west to Yunmuraksha Road, east to the Tuman River Sightseeing Belt.

The inhabitants of the Old Town still adhere to the earthen houses and traditional customs that have been lived for thousands of years. It is the only labyrinthine city block in China that features Islamic culture.

Some shots from the famous movie "The Kite Chaser" were filmed here.

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="10" data-track="174" > tomb of Xiangfei</h1>

Located 5 kilometers east of Kashgar, the village of Kokand is the burial place of the leader of the White Mountain Sect of Islam, ApakHoga, and his family, and later because of the legend that the Qianlong Emperor's concubine was buried here, the name of the tomb was gradually spread and replaced by the original name.

The Tomb of the Fragrant Concubine is like a palatial palace, 40 meters high and consisting of five parts: the gate tower, the Chapel, the Great Chapel, the Church and the Main Burial Chamber. The buildings are magnificent and beautiful, with a very strong Islamic style.

Directions: Take the No. 20 bus or taxi (about 25 round trip) from the city to the Xiangfei Tomb, or you can also drive.

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="11" data-track="175" > red qilaf</h1>

The best time of year to visit Kashgar is in September. At this time, Kashgar has a warm climate and ripe fruits, which is especially suitable for tourism and vacation. At this time, Karakuri Lake, the Red Cliff Pass and the More Mysterious and majestic Muztag Peak are all magnificent.

Located in the territory of Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County, the Hongqiraf Port is the highest sea port in the world. Opposite is Pakistan's Sust Port, which is the only overland entry and exit route from China to Pakistan.

The scenery here is magnificent, but the environment is harsh, known as the "Valley of Death". The No. 7 boundary monument of China and Pakistan at the Hongqiraf port attracts the attention of countless tourists.

Self-driving route: Take the Karakoram Highway

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="12" data-track="176" > Pamir Plateau</h1>

As early as the Han Dynasty in China, the Pamir Plateau was known as "Onion Ridge", named after the wild onions or verdant cliffs. The Pamir Plateau is located in southeastern Central Asia, at the western tip of China, spanning Tajikistan, China and Afghanistan, and is also known as the roof of Asia.

The best time to photograph the Mill Plateau is early autumn, when the distant peaks and nearby flowers reflect each other. When the sun rises, there is plenty of light and bright colors, like a great oil painting.

Pure sky, thin air, all the scenery here is not sticky, snowy mountains, lakes, grasslands seem to exist everywhere, but they reflect each other.

August and September are the best time to visit the Pamir Plateau.

Self-driving route: China-Pakistan Friendship Highway

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="13" data-track="177" > Flame Mountain</h1>

The Flaming Mountain, known in Uyghur as "Kyzyltag", means "Red Mountain" and was once called "volcano" because of its heat. Because the story of Sun Wukong san borrowing a banana fan to extinguish the flames of the Flame Mountain is well-known in "Journey to the West", the Flame Mountain is famous all over the world.

The Flame Mountain is heavy and bald, and there is no grass. In the height of summer, the red sun is in the air, the earth is steaming, the flame clouds are burning, and the shape of the flying fire dragon is very spectacular.

Friends who are afraid of heat can wait until September to go to Turpan, when the weather will be much cooler.

<h1 class="pgc-h-decimal" data-index="14" data-track="178" > grape furrow</h1>

In September, Turpan grape gully is the most unmissable, sweet cantaloupe, watermelon, melon, all kinds of grapes, peaches, pears and other fruits, you can pick yourself, choose yourself, you will definitely eat until the stomach bloating will not stop.

On both sides of the stream, grape racks are spread over, and the vines are layered and green. Surrounded by dense poplar forests dotted with flowers, plants and fruit trees, farmhouses are arranged on gentle slopes.

The grapes here are particularly sweet and have a particularly high sugar content, which is due to turpan's unique climate, and the grapes here are unmatched by grapes in other regions. Can't miss it

Self-driving route: Urumqi: Zhongshan Road - Tianshan Road - Renmin Road - Hetan South Road - Tuwuda Expressway - G312 - Grape Valley

© Chengdu peak self-driving

In Xinjiang in September, in addition to the beautiful scenery, everywhere is full of fruit flavors, kebabs, pilaf, pulled strips, haggis, oil towers, spicy red skin, minced meat noodles, over-oil meat noodles, Yili horse intestines, foodies, not fast to walk!