Kanas Winter Must-Visit Spots

❄️ Only when you come to Burqin Kanas in winter will you understand what a fairyland truly is! Who can resist the romance of walking in the snow! 🏞️ Must-visit attractions: - Kanas Lake: In winter, the lake surface freezes into a natural ice rink, surrounded by snow-covered pines like a fairy tale world, perfect for photos! - Fish Viewing Platform: Climb to the top for a panoramic view of Kanas Lake, breathtaking when shrouded in morning mist - Fairy Bay: When mist swirls, it really looks like a place where immortals live. Be sure to get there early to catch the sunrise ⚠️ Travel tips: 1. The scenic area is open in winter from 10:00 to 18:00, and no entry is allowed after 4 PM 2. Ice surface temperatures of minus 20°C are normal, so bring plenty of warmers, gloves, and scarves 3. It is recommended to wear anti-slip snow boots; don’t get too close to ice holes when taking photos by the lake 4. Drones must be registered in advance to fly 🏨 Accommodation recommendations: - We recommend staying in the cabins inside the scenic area! Open the window to see the snow, very atmospheric, with plenty of heating so you won’t feel cold at all - Hotels in Burqin County offer better value, about a 1.5-hour drive to and from the scenic area 🍽️ Food guide: - Be sure to try the Tuvan milk wine and Boersak (local fried dough) - The red willow barbecue and dogfish hotpot at Burqin night market are specialties - The only restaurant on the mountain top, "Yunding Pavilion," serves a super fresh wild mushroom pot 🚗 Transportation tips: - There is a direct overnight bus from Urumqi to Burqin - It is recommended to hire a car to tour the scenic area; self-driving on snowy roads is risky - Remember to stick warmers on your phone in advance to prevent freezing and shutdown