Xinjiang is divided into South Xinjiang and North Xinjiang by the Tianshan Mountain. Southern Xinjiang tours are mainly to experience the humanistic flavor, while Northern Xinjiang tours are mainly to appreciate the natural landscape. Here are five popular places for traveling in Xinjiang.
Tianshan Tianchi
Tianshan Tianchi is one of the must-visit attractions during your Xinjiang tours. Tianshan Tianchi is an alpine lake scenic area and a national nature reserve. Tianshan Tianchi is surrounded by mountains, with high forest coverage and rich vegetation and animal resources.
The lake is clear and blue, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, with spectacular views. Visitors can walk along the lake or take a boat trip to feel the nature’s ingenious work. In addition, you can do activities such as hiking, rock climbing and exploring. Or experience fishing and camping for a relaxing vacation.
Sayram Lake
The Sayram Lake is also one of the famous scenic spots on Northern Xinjiang tours and is the seventh largest inland lake in China. The lake is turquoise blue or light green, with a shoreline of more than 200 kilometers, surrounded by mountains and peaks, making for a spectacular view.
The ecological environment around the Sayram Lake is well protected, with rich grasslands, wetlands, forests, flora and fauna in great diversity. Here you can do boating, photography, bird watching, and other activities, as well as hiking, camping, and shooting the starry sky.
Hemu Village
Xinjiang Hemu Village is a well-preserved Kazakh herder village. With beautiful grassland scenery and unique architectural styles, it is a tourist attraction where you can learn about the culture and lifestyle of ethnic minorities. In Hemu Village, you can visit traditional Kazakh tents and homes, and taste local food and drinks, milk tea and hand-held rice. Also watch Kazakh song and dance performances and horseback riding shows to fully experience the vibrant ethnic culture atmosphere.
Kashgar
The Ancient City of Kashgar is one of the most representative attractions on the Southern Xinjiang tours. This ancient city preserves a large number of traditional Uyghur dwellings, showthe unique culture and lifestyle of the Uyghur people.
Id Kah Mosque here is the largest mosque in Xinjiang, majestic and magnificent, a symbol of Islamic culture. Kashgar Grand Bazaar is the liveliest market in the region. Visitors can experience the locUyghur customs and taste the local specialties here.
The Ancient City of Loulan
Southern Xinjiang is an important part of the ancient Silk Road, and there are many ancient Silk Road sites here. Among them, the Ancient City of Loulan is one of the most famous sites. The ruins are relatively well-preserved, where visitors can feel the prosperity and splendor of the ancient city.
The city walls, streets and houses of the ancient city all retain the ancient architectural style. Visitors can take leisurely walks here to gain insights into the history and culture of the ancient Silk Road.