2024 Fuyun Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in September)
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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
KINGSTON MITCHELL
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
NoraThompson17
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! 🌾🌟
LYRIC MAXWELL
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.
JULIANA FARMER
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.
Winnie_trip
Xinjiang | Kanas | Natural Wonders of the Gemstone Land.
|Kanas | Natural Wonders of the Gemstone Land. Xinjiang Kanas is a mysterious and beautiful land, famous for its rich natural landscapes and mineral resources. Here, spring flowers bloom, summer greenery flourishes, autumn gold spreads, and winter snow covers the land, making it a paradise for adventurers and photography enthusiasts.
🌟Highlights:
- Breakfast: Start your day with a bowl of steaming mutton offal soup in Kanas Town in the morning. This is a traditional Xinjiang-style breakfast that will warm you up on a cold morning.
📍Detailed Address:
- To get to Erqis Grand Canyon: From Fuyun County, you can take a tourist bus directly to Kanas Town, then transfer to a shuttle bus to Erqis Grand Canyon. If you are driving yourself, you can search for "Kanas Scenic Area" on your navigation software.
Lunch:
- Lunch: Enjoy Xinjiang specialties at a restaurant in or near the scenic area. We recommend trying grilled lamb skewers, hand-pulled rice, and noodles.
Afternoon:
- Visit Erqis Grand Canyon: The Grand Canyon is located in Fuyun County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang, and is the core area of the Kanas World Geopark. It boasts magnificent canyon scenery and clear rivers.
- Nearby attractions: Visit Lake Yilima, and experience the tranquility and beauty of the lake.
Evening:
- Dinner: Return to Kanas Town and continue exploring more delicacies, such as roasted whole lamb and mutton hand-pulled rice.
Personal experience:
- This place is so beautiful, I want to stay here forever. The natural scenery of Kanas is breathtaking, and every landscape is like a carefully arranged painting.
🏨Accommodation:
- There are many hotels and guesthouses in Kanas Town to choose from, and it is recommended to book in advance to secure accommodation.
💰Ticket price:
- Price: Adult ticket + shuttle bus 116 yuan, senior citizen (60-64 years old) ticket + shuttle bus 71 yuan, free for seniors over 65 and children under 6 years old. It is recommended to check online or call the scenic area for the latest ticket prices.
🚗Parking information:
- Kanas Scenic Area usually has a parking lot, convenient for self-driving tourists to park. For specific parking services and fees, it is recommended to contact the scenic area before departure.
🕙Opening hours:
- Open all year round from 08:00 to 18:00, with specific business hours based on the opening situation on the day.
Cultural experience:
- The indigenous Kazakhs in Kanas Town will hold traditional song and dance performances, allowing visitors to experience the local ethnic culture.
Have a pleasant trip!🌲🏔🌅
WanderlustAdventures
Shenzhong Mountain: A Mystical Forest Escape for Couples
#forest
Shenzhong Mountain, known for its towering peaks and tranquil atmosphere, is the perfect romantic hideaway for couples in China. With its mystical beauty and serene landscapes, we found ourselves immersed in nature’s magic, enjoying quiet hikes and breathtaking views. The mountain’s legendary bell-shaped rock formations add a sense of wonder to the experience. Shenzhong Mountain offers an unforgettable escape for couples seeking a blend of adventure and tranquility.
#ShenzhongMountain #ChinaTravel #CoupleRetreat #romanticescape #naturelovers #hikingadventures #mysticalplaces #scenicviews #wanderlust #PenangHoliao
Aaron Loo
Xinjiang's hidden gem - Keketuohai Iremu Lake Sanbaisuo.
✅Hotel features and highlights
This resort is located in Fuyun County, Altay, Xinjiang, adjacent to the beautiful Iremu Lake, with picturesque scenery🎨. Not only does it have a comfortable living environment, but it also has a wealth of entertainment activities and food. It is really a paradise for vacation!
✅Room type information
The resort offers a variety of room types: lake view suites, lake view standard rooms, lake view single rooms, deluxe standard rooms and deluxe single rooms. Each room is a separate wooden house with very good sound insulation, ensuring that you can enjoy a quiet holiday time. The panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows in the room overlook the lake view, which is simply a visual feast! The whole house has floor heating and smart home appliances, so you can feel the warmth of home in the cold winter.
✅Surrounding play strategy
👉Keketuohai National 5A Tourist Scenic Area: It is only 11 kilometers away from the hotel, and it takes about 25 minutes by car🚗. There are spectacular canyons and rich geological landscapes here, which is a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
👉Keketuohai International Ski Resort: The hotel is about 26 kilometers away from the hotel, and the hotel provides shuttle service to the ski resort. Ski enthusiasts must not miss it. After skiing, you can take a hot bath🛁 in the hotel, which is simply too cool.
👉Iremu Lake: The hotel is adjacent to Iremu Lake on the south side, with beautiful lakes and mountains. You can take a walk by the lake or participate in various water activities by the lake.
👉Farm activities: There are sheep in the hotel yard, and activities such as pet feeding and planting and picking are very suitable for parent-child families. There are also football fields🏟️, gymnasiums🏋️♀️, billiard rooms🎱 and other facilities, with a wide range of activities.
✅Play Tips
1. Breakfast: A nutritious breakfast is provided in the morning, remember to go early.
2. Shuttle service: The hotel provides free pick-up and drop-off services, just make an appointment in advance.
3. Snowboard storage: Ski enthusiasts can rest assured that the hotel provides snowboard storage services, so you don't have to worry about equipment storage problems.
4. Photo out: Every corner here is a location, whether it is a lake view or a mountain view, you can take very beautiful photos📷.
✅Transportation
✔️Self-driving🚗: Depart from Keketuohai Town and drive along Y231 and Z842 roads for about 25 minutes to reach the hotel.
✔️Public transportation: You can choose to take the local bus or taxi. The hotel provides pick-up service🚖. Contact the hotel in advance to arrange.
This holiday experience is really worth recommending, and it is recommended to all friends who want to relax and enjoy the natural beauty! Come and experience it!
| Altay, Xinjiang Skiing Adventure Guide. 🌨️ With the arrival of the first snow, the skiing season in Altay, Xinjiang has quietly begun! 🎉 Follow in my footsteps and explore this snowy paradise, and experience a different kind of winter adventure!
📍 Location: Altay, a mysterious place in northern Xinjiang, at the southern foot of the Altai Mountains, is attracting the attention of skiing enthusiasts worldwide with its unparalleled snow quality and long snow season.
🏔️ Recommended attractions:
1. Jiangjunshan Ski Resort - A ski resort on the edge of the city, suitable for skiers of all levels. Enjoy the speed and passion while also taking in the magnificent scenery of the Altai Mountains.
2. Koktokay Ski Resort - A paradise for challengers, with long ski trails and varied terrain, making your skiing trip full of excitement and surprises.
3. Hemu Village - Experience the tranquility and beauty of the original village, participate in traditional activities such as horse-drawn plows, and feel the unique charm of the snowfield culture.
🛏️ Recommended accommodation:
Hotels in Altay City - Convenient transportation, diverse choices, and meet your different needs.
Homestays near the ski resort - Close to nature and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the countryside.
🍱 Recommended food:
Hand-grabbed mutton - Traditional Xinjiang cuisine, tender meat, and unique flavor.
Big plate chicken - The perfect combination of chicken and potatoes, giving you a full sense of satisfaction.
Roast mutton skewers - Fragrant, an indispensable delicacy in Xinjiang night markets.
Milk tea - A cup of warmth in winter, adding a touch of warmth to your skiing trip.
🎒 Skiing equipment:
Professional ski suits, skis, and ski boots to ensure your safety and comfort.
Helmets, protective gear, sunglasses, all-round protection for your eyes and body.
💡 Precautions:
Pay attention to weather changes in advance and make sufficient preparations for warmth.
Pay attention to safety when skiing and abide by the regulations of the ski resort.
Respect local culture and customs, protect the environment, and make our travel better.
📸 Let's leave unforgettable footprints in the snowfields of Altay together and experience a snowy romance.
WilliamJacobsen
Deep Tour of Urumqi: The Ultimate Guide Without Pitfalls
Dear friends, here comes the ten-day deep tour of Urumqi! Explore every corner of this city without pitfalls or detours. Quickly save this master-level guide!
Tour Route:
DAY1: Depart and arrive in Urumqi, start the Xinjiang journey, and enjoy 24-hour free airport/station pick-up service.
DAY2-DAY3: Cross the Gurbantunggut Desert, visit Keketohai, and then head to Hemu.
DAY4: Depart from Hemu, tour Kanas and Jiadengyu, and enjoy the scenic views of the three bays by car.
DAY5: Visit the colorful beach and the Devil City, experience the Bahuang Camp, and finally arrive in Urho.
DAY6-DAY7: Cross the Duku Highway, appreciate the scenery of Bayinbuluke and Nalati Grassland, and finally arrive in Yining.
DAY8-DAY9: Visit the lavender fields and Sayram Lake in Yining, then head to Tianchi in Tianshan, and return to Urumqi before the end.
DAY10: End the Xinjiang journey, enjoy 24-hour free airport/station drop-off service, and look forward to seeing you next time.
🧳 Travel Preparation:
👗 Clothing: The temperature difference in Urumqi in September is large. Bring a light down jacket and long-sleeve T-shirt for easy layering. Jeans or casual pants are suitable for changing weather, and don't forget comfortable sneakers.
🎒 Accessories: Sunglasses and a sun hat are essential for sun protection. Bring a camera to capture the beautiful scenery, a power bank to ensure the battery life of electronic devices, and a thermos to drink hot water anytime.
📲 Documents: ID card, cash, and bank cards are essential. Book tickets and hotels in advance, and keep an electronic copy on your phone for emergencies.
The beauty of Urumqi is waiting for you to explore! Remember to follow me for more private travel tips to make your trip more exciting!
Sparkle_890_Price
Keketuohai Route Map Travel Guide
Fairy Tale in Dream - Keketuohai Autumn Viewing Guide is here|
At this time, Keketuohai becomes the fairy tale place
The autumn here is as beautiful as an oil painting
Address: Xinjiang Keketuohai Scenic Area
The entire Keketuohai scenic area is very large
The main attractions are divided into three parts:
Kekesuli, Irtysh Grand Canyon, No. 3 Mine
Recommended Check-in Points
Gem Valley
Aquamarine is a gemstone produced in Keketuohai, hidden in the flowing water. Beryl is the only raw material for extracting beryllium metal in China.
Irtysh River:
The only river in China that flows from east to west into the Arctic Ocean, it is the second largest river in Xinjiang
Couple Trees:
Two trees 🌲 leaning against each other like a loving couple, a must-visit spot for many couples
Shenzhong Mountain:
A granite peak resembling a bell or a cone, rising abruptly from the south bank of the Irtysh River, with an altitude of 1608 meters and a relative height difference of 365 meters, it is the most spectacular mountain view in the Altai Mountains
Kekesuli
A naturally formed marsh wetland, the lake water is clear blue, in autumn the lake surface is covered with blooming reed flowers, more than 20 reed islands float with the wind, and dense wild ducks play and frolic
Keketuohai No. 3 Mine
The largest mine in the world, what you see here is a heavy history. The rich mineral resources helped China repay nearly half of its debt to the Soviet Union in the last century, and it also has the honor of contributing to the "Two Bombs, One Satellite" project.
Respect local customs and culture
The last shuttle bus from Zhongshan returns at 19:00
It is recommended to bring some motion sickness medicine, cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, a water cup, and some snacks:
The ultraviolet rays in Xinjiang are relatively strong, so bring sunscreen items, as well as sunglasses and hats
Some areas in the scenic spot have weak signals, so pay attention to the distance from your companions.
LassiKuosmanen
This is not abroad, this is Xinjiang, China
This is not Switzerland, this is Altay, Xinjiang, Qiaomu, God's private land, beautiful scenery without going abroad, Xinjiang satisfies you, everyone come and play quickly.
If you only have about five or six days:
1. It is recommended not to fly to Urumqi Airport and start the Altay loop from Urumqi! Xinjiang is very large, and Northern Xinjiang is very large. If you start from Urumqi and go north to the Colorful Beach, Kanas, and then to the northernmost point of Hemu, then go south to the Devil City and return to Urumqi, the travel time on this route is very long, and the essence of Kanas and Hemu is only 1-2 days, which is not enough to play!
2. It is recommended to fly to Urumqi and then take the night snow train to Altay.
3. The natural scenery of Kanas in winter is more beautiful, and Hemu Village is relatively more peaceful.
4. If time is not enough, you have to give up Baihaba Village! Because the winter scenery is similar to Hemu.
5. Do not leave the scenic area for accommodation during the 3 days of playing in the scenic area! Stay in the cabins within the scenic area for a better experience, and Xinjiang's scenic areas are really large. If you leave the scenic area for accommodation, it will take a long time on the road. If you don't stay in the scenic area, you won't see the morning fog and other scenery.
tommoonlight
One second into a fairy tale world, the secret realm of Xinjiang is stunningly beautiful
The natural scenery of Altay fascinates me. The first time I set foot on this land, the morning Kanas Lake was like a dream, the lake was as calm as a mirror, reflecting the distant snow-capped mountains. The primitive style and simple folk customs of Hemu Village made me feel like I had returned to the past, finding long-lost tranquility.
🌲 Destination Introduction:
Altay is located in northern Xinjiang and boasts rich natural landscapes. Here, you can find the mysterious Kanas Lake, the tranquil Hemu Village, the rustic Baihaba Village, and the majestic Altai Mountains. Each attraction is full of unique charm, making it an ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
📸 Must-Visit Spots:
Kanas Lake: The fairyland-like lake scenery is mesmerizing.
Hemu Village: The morning mist intertwined with wooden houses makes you feel like you are in a painting.
Altai Mountains: A great place for skiing in winter, experiencing speed and passion.
🍲 Special Cuisine:
In Altay, roasted whole lamb and hand-grabbed meat are must-try delicacies, especially when paired with local naan and milk tea, offering a unique flavor.
🚗 Travel Suggestions:
Self-driving is the most convenient way, allowing flexible itinerary arrangements. It is recommended to visit in summer and autumn to experience the most beautiful scenery of Altay. If time is tight, a three-day, two-night trip is also a good choice, focusing on Kanas Lake and Hemu Village.
🔍 Tips:
Remember to bring sunscreen and warm clothing, as the weather in Altay is changeable, with large temperature differences between morning and evening. Book accommodations in advance, especially for popular attractions.
WhisperingNomad42
Keketuohai
Keketuohai - National 5A Scenic Area, located in Fuyun County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang. In fact, it is a geological park, composed of the Irtysh Canyon, Kekesuli, Yileimu Lake, and Kalaxianger.
Here you can see the source of the only river in China that flows into the Arctic Ocean - the Irtysh River (Grand Canyon). In Xinjiang, a province lacking water, it is very rare to see the rushing river and the strange rocks standing on both sides of the river.
When you take the second section of the sightseeing bus for a deep tour, you can chat with the shepherds, listen to their stories, taste the food they make by hand, and watch the waterfalls cascading down. You will feel that the trip is worthwhile.
WayfarerWandering
Although the words are harsh, this is indeed the current situation in Altay
The current situation in Altay is: so beautiful that it leaves people speechless!!! I want to invite all my good friends to come here and experience it, to change their state and mood!!!
Northern Xinjiang, Altay! Kanas, Hemu, Five-colored Beach, Devil's City, along with the previous Koktokay and Ulungur Lake, form the beautiful landscape of Altay.
Kanas, a beautiful earthly paradise, with morning mist by the lake and ice-blue rivers; Hemu, God's private land, a real-life fairy tale town, the scenery here has a sense of layering, with summer flowers and snow-capped mountains in the same frame, very much like scenes from Hayao Miyazaki's animations. From the top of Yunxiao Peak, you can see four countries in the distance.
Hemu is incredibly beautiful, from the foot of the mountain to the top, I was in awe all the way. Little Ma said, yes, that's why it's called God's private land. After driving, taking the shuttle bus, and the public bus, I was exhausted. But at the moment I got off the bus, I really felt it was worth it, it felt like stepping into a fairy tale world, just like Ma Yili said, the camera can't capture its beauty because its beauty is composed of people, scenery, and the breath of life. Before leaving, I read Li Juan's Altay, and now I understand better what she said about the hardships of snow blocking the door and traveling to Urumqi, 'to love, to live, to get hurt'.
"My Altay" — Above is the sky, deep blue and clear; below is the grassland, vast and green; the forest stretches on the right, the mountains undulate on the left; beside me, the river flows, rushing endlessly.
JonasMortensen
My Altay + Ili 8-day tour
At the foot of the Altay Mountains, seeing those small wooden houses of the Tuva people and the cattle and sheep running around the large pastures, it felt like entering a fairy tale world. And the clear streams, flowing through the canyons, all the way to the depths of the forest... Oh, really, if you don't go to Northern Xinjiang, you don't know what poetry and distance mean.
How to arrange the Northern Xinjiang Grand Loop route
D1: Urumqi - Tianchi Lake - Fuyun
D2: Fuyun - Keketohai Scenic Area · Fuyun - Burqin
D3: Burqin - Kanas Scenic Area - Hemu
D4: Hemu - Five-colored Beach - Burqin
D5: Burqin - World Devil City - Kuitun
D6: Kuitun - Sayram Lake - Guozigou - Yining's Six-star Street - Yining
D7: Yining - Nalati Tourist Scenic Area - Nalati
D8: Nalati - Duku Highway - Urumqi
✅Travel essentials:
ID card, student ID, etc.
Power bank, selfie stick (bring a camera and drone if possible)
Warm jacket (preferably clothes for all seasons 👚), lightweight travel shoes 👞
Umbrella, water cup, small fan
Sunscreen, sunglasses, mask, and hat for sun protection (both men and women should pay attention, the UV rays are very strong)
【tips】For more details, please click the link below to consult the guide Wei Xianzhi.
Dylan Brown
Dreamland - Koktokay Travel Guide
📍Northern Xinjiang|Koktokay🫶Not a sea🌊|||🌈Koktokay, a piece of dreamland, a place favored by God❤️, is the most beautiful🏞️ poetry and distant place on earth.
📍Address: Koktokay Town, Fuyun County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
⏰Opening hours: 09:00-18:30
💵Ticket prices:
🎫Entrance ticket 90+/person
🛺Shuttle bus 26 yuan/person (round trip)
🕰️Best time to visit:
May to October (the scenic area opens in April)
🎨Food recommendations:
Cold water fish, hand-grabbed mutton
🎀Main attractions:
📍Kekesuli Lake: Also known as Wild Duck Lake🗺️, it is praised as "a pearl scattered on the earth by the Irtysh River"
📍Shenzhong Mountain: One of the top 100 most beautiful scenic photography🎬 spots in Xinjiang, the mountain⛰️ looks like a giant divine bell, with its peak piercing the sky
📍Irtysh Grand Canyon: The geological structure was formed a hundred million years ago, looking like a "waterfall fossil"
📍No. 3 Mine: A hero of New China🇨🇳, once repaid one-third of China's debt to the former Soviet Union, deservedly called the "meritorious mine"🥇, rich in mineral resources
Couple Trees: Two trees🌳 leaning on each other like a loving couple👫, a must-visit spot for many couples
Koktokay Geological Museum: You can learn about the geological history and mineral resources of the Koktokay area.
💡Tips:
1️⃣🈲The scenic area is a first-class fire prevention forest park, smoking🚬 is only allowed in designated smoking areas
2️⃣ Some areas in the scenic area have weak signal📶, be careful!! Do not stray too far from your companions
3️⃣ There are many mosquitoes🐛 in summer, take measures to prevent mosquito🦟 bites
4️⃣ There are many ethnic minorities in the area, respect local customs and culture
5️⃣ ⚠️The scenic area is at a high altitude with strong ultraviolet rays, be sure to take sun protection☀️, and remember that Koktokay is on the border, so flying drones is prohibited.
MichaelMcNeil1
Where is the Kokosuri in your heart?
In Fuyun County, Altay Prefecture, there is a lake far from the bustling city center. The moment you step in, you will be struck by its 'beauty'.
This is Kokosuri, a hidden gem in Fuyun, niche yet charming.
Kokosuri, a place that sounds romantic, is surrounded by winding reed labyrinths, with the lake water rippling lightly and lively.
The cloudless sky connects with the lush mountains in the distance, creating an incredibly beautiful scene.
Kokosuri is one of the main attractions of the Koktokay Geopark. The Kokosuri Lake, also known as Wild Duck Lake, has a surface area of 2,677 square meters and an average depth of about 2 meters.
There are more than 20 floating islands of various sizes in the lake, formed by intertwined reeds. The aquatic plants are extremely rich, making it a naturally formed marsh wetland.
Every year, thousands of wild ducks, gray cranes, red geese, and other birds come from afar to breed here, creating a vibrant picture of a water town.
The scenery of Kokosuri is even more enchanting at the turn of summer and autumn.
On the lake, the floating reed islands and the dark blue water reflect each other, with distant mountains, low-hanging white clouds, and leisurely cows, sheep, and horses by the lake, creating a tranquil and leisurely atmosphere instantly.
Since you're here, how can you miss the Kokosuri Flower Sea?
The colorful flower fields, romantic and beautiful rainbow slide, and fun attractions like the shouting fountain and Silk Road Pearl not only make for great photos but also bring back the long-lost joy of childhood.
Many people say that Kokosuri is a treasure spot for watching the sunrise and sunset.
You don't need to do anything, just quietly watch the changing sky and slowly feel the passage of time.
Let's go, right now!
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Kanas Lake, a place that captivates the soul
Dear friends🎈, Kanas in Northern Xinjiang is absolutely stunning👏👏👏! The turquoise lake and the distant Altai Mountains are as beautiful as a painting🖼, like something generated by AI, it's simply a paradise on earth😍😍😍.
📌Tickets, opening hours, and important notices are all mentioned above, so make sure to read them carefully.
👉The Fish Viewing Platform is the best spot to overlook the panoramic view of Kanas Lake🐟. You can choose to take a car or ride a horse up the mountain, and the scenery along the way is breathtaking🤩.
🎈The Three Bays are also worth visiting. Walking along the wooden boardwalk, you can take amazing photos📷!
🌊The rafting at the boat dock is highly recommended, allowing you to get up close and personal with the Kanas River.
🤗Don't miss the Turuk rock paintings and Baihaba either.
In short, Kanas is truly beautiful, so hurry up and go💖!
VeeraKuosma
The Enchanted Journey to the Secret Realm of Keketohai
🌈Keketohai, a land of dreams🌌, a place favored by God❤️, is the most beautiful poetry and distant place🖼️ on earth.
📍Detailed Address:
Keketohai Town, Fuyun County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
🚗Transportation Guide:
Take a taxi/car share from Fuyun County to Keketohai, about 1.5 hours
🕙Opening Hours: 9:30-18:30
💰Ticket Price: Ticket 90💰/person, Shuttle Bus 26💰/person round trip
🌟Highlights:
Kekesuli Lake: Also known as Wild Duck Lake, it is praised as "a pearl scattered on the earth by the Irtysh River"
Shenzhong Mountain: One of the top 100 scenic photography spots📸 in Xinjiang, the mountain body looks like a giant divine bell, with the peak reaching straight into the clouds☁️
Irtysh Grand Canyon: The geological structure was formed a hundred million years ago, looking like a "waterfall fossil"
No. 3 Mine Pit: Standing on the pit and overlooking the surface, it looks like a huge sapphire💎 embedded in the ground, very spectacular.
Couple Trees: Two trees🌲 leaning against each other like a loving couple👫, a must-visit spot for many couples. One tree is golden yellow, the other is emerald green. Not only tourists, but locals also believe that making a wish here will bring a fulfilling love👰🏻
📌Little Tips:
The scenic area is a first-class fire prevention forest park, smoking🧂 is required in designated smoking areas
Some areas in the scenic spot have weak signals, so be careful not to stay too far from your companions
Keketohai is on the border, remember that drones are prohibited.
lucyforest
Keketuohai is not a sea
The first stop was originally planned to take a photo with the shepherd but upon arrival, everything was beyond imagination. Keketuohai is not a sea and the shepherd wasn't even working . To see the waterfall, we walked more than ten thousand steps . The Divine Bell Mountain looks more stunning in person than in photos. Here, there are the whitest clouds, the bluest skies, the coolest shuttle bus drivers, and the moments of waiting for the sunset at 10:30 PM in the hotel.
MoonlightDreams#
Trip to Urumqi
We are self-driving, four people. All hotel choices are the kings of cost performance, very comfortable. The first few days, the overall itinerary is three to four hundred kilometers per day, very comfortable and not stressful. However, Kanas and Hemu must be booked two days in advance, absolutely must.
🚗🚗🚗Travel route:
Day1: Magnolia Hotel (Fukang Bairun Times Square Branch)
Day2: Tianshan Tianchi → Fuyun Snowland Cocoa Hotel
Day3: Keketohai Scenic Area → Burqin International Hotel
Day4: Kanas Scenic Area → Kanas Lake → Fairy Bay → Moon Bay → Wolong Bay → Jiadengyu District 39 Villa
Day5: Hemu Scenic Area → Hemu Viewing Platform → Five-colored Beach → Irtysh River → Yilan Garden Hotel (South Lake Food Street Branch)
Day6: Bole Hilton Homewood Suites Hotel
Day7: Sayram Lake → Sayram Lake Point General's Platform → Xinyuan Xinhua Hotel
Day8: Duku Highway → Kuitun Shangdong Lake Grand Hotel
Day9: Flaming Mountain Scenic Area → Turpan Volcano Red Wine Manor
AWwwwwME
【Explore Koktokay, a Dreamy Wonderland Awaits You!】
🌈Step into the embrace of Xinjiang and encounter the legendary dreamy land—Koktokay!🤩 Here, nature's most sincere love poem awaits, the ultimate destination for travelers!
📍Location Reveal: Koktokay Town, Fuyun County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, a place whose name alone is captivating!
💰Travel Tips:
🎫Tickets are only 90+ yuan per person, an unbeatable experience awaits!
🛵Shuttle bus round trip is only 26 yuan per person, easily traversing the beautiful scenery!
⏰Best time to visit: May to October, the park opens in April, each season has its unique charm, but summer and golden autumn are particularly enchanting!
📸Must-visit spots, don't miss any!
📌Kekesuli Lake: A paradise for wild ducks, a sparkling pearl by the Irtysh River, every drop of water shines with natural light!💦
📌Shenzhong Mountain: A paradise for photographers, the mountain stands like a giant bell, shrouded in mist, as if you can hear the echo of time!⛰️
📌Irtysh Grand Canyon: A billion-year-old geological wonder, the waterfall fossil-like magnificence makes one marvel at nature's craftsmanship!🪨
📌No. 3 Mine: A witness to history, a contributor to New China, every ore tells a story of past glory and honor!🎖️
📌Couple Trees: A symbol of love, two trees leaning on each other, whispering eternal vows, a must-visit romantic spot for couples!🌳
💡Travel Tips to Make Your Journey Perfect!
🚬The park is a fire prevention area, please smoke in designated areas to protect this green home!
📶Signal is weak in some areas, remember to stay in touch with your companions, don't get lost!
🦟Mosquitoes are active in summer, remember to bring mosquito repellent to enjoy a worry-free outdoor time!
👭Respect the local ethnic minority culture to make our trip more harmonious and beautiful!
Here, the love story of the shepherd and the beekeeper girl is gently sung, as if touching the softest part of the heart.🌙 Koktokay, a place you won't want to leave once you come, a dreamy wonderland where the soul can rest! Come and start your exploration journey!🚀
SHANE VAUGHN
My Koktokay in Altay
Every summer is the peak of tourism in Xinjiang, and many people will go to Hemu and Kanas in Northern Xinjiang's Altay, but not specifically to Koktokay. However, when you take the time to appreciate it, you might discover its uniqueness. Koktokay is located in the Altay region of Xinjiang, China, 70 kilometers away from the city of Fuyun. If it weren't for a business trip, I might have missed this blue river bay.
One-day tour itinerary: Koktokay Park👉Iremut Lake👉Koktokay No.3 Mine Pit
✅ Koktokay Park: It contains Kekesuli, birch forests, and the Irtysh River flowing to the Arctic Ocean, which is very spectacular.
✅ Iremut Lake: Personally, I find it a very beautiful and free little-known lake. Navigate to the Koktokay Iremut Lake 300 Hostel, located at the confluence of the Irtysh and Kayirt Rivers, resonating with the surrounding villages.
✅ Koktokay No.3 Mine Pit: The most worthwhile scenic spot in Koktokay Town, not just for the touch of green in the mine, but most importantly because it provided raw materials for China's 'Two Bombs, One Satellite' and took on the 'heavy burden of the nation' - repaying the Soviet Union's debt (as high as 2.1 billion). At that time, the winter temperature in Koktokay No.3 Mine Pit could reach as low as -57°C, with harsh working conditions and extreme survival limits, measuring the resilience of the national will and the bravery and diligence of the people, truly a 'meritorious mine pit'.
rissolesowl
My Life FIRST|Your Xinjiang Road Book Must Include My Altay!
❤ "My Altay", my Xinjiang "spiritual homeland" is hidden in the mountains and rivers. Its relaxing and healing atmosphere makes people yearn for it.
👍 Known as the "Golden Mountain and Silver Water", Altay is located in northern Xinjiang. Its geographical position is formed by a mountain and a river. The towering Altay Mountains give Altay a strong backbone and rich mineral veins, while the rushing Irtysh River nourishes the creatures along its banks, thriving endlessly.
🌟 After a snow period of more than 200 days, Altay enters a period of lush water and grass. The Siberian taiga forest, composed of precious trees such as spruce and fir, is lush and green. The vast grasslands are full of vitality, as if one is in an endless green ocean. A grand migration of life between heaven and earth begins—millions of cattle and sheep move from winter pastures to summer pastures, following the water and grass.
✅ Currently, more than 100,000 livestock in Habahe County, Altay Region, Xinjiang, are gradually moving from spring pastures to the Naren summer pastures. After resting for more than 9 months, the Naren summer pastures are once again full of life. Located at an altitude of 1,390 meters in the heart of the Altay Mountains, the Naren summer pastures have a humid climate, lush water and grass, and dense vegetation due to the river formed by the melting glaciers of the Altay Mountains and the surrounding mountainous environment. The Haba River, originating from the Altay Mountains, flows through the Naren summer pastures like a silver ribbon slowly flowing on the green grassland. It is this river formed by the melting snow and glaciers that nourishes the more than 200 square kilometers of the Naren summer pastures. With blue skies and white clouds, snow-capped mountains and streams, pine trees and flowers reflecting each other, being here is like being in a painting. Under the glow of the sunset, the Naren summer pastures appear even more tranquil and harmonious.
Ethan Cooper~29
My life's FIRST summer trip to Xinjiang: There is no sea at Keketuohai
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My beloved, I am waiting for you at Keketuohai
They say you have married off to Yili
Is it because of the beautiful Nalati there
Or is it that only the apricot blossoms there can brew the sweetness you desire
✅In 2020, a love song 'The Shepherd of Keketuohai' became a hit, and it was even featured in the 2021 Spring Festival Gala.
✅Keketuohai mentioned in the song is located in the Altay region of Xinjiang, on the northeast side of Fuyun County. In fact, Keketuohai is not a sea, but the scenic area is quite large, consisting of parts such as the Irtysh Grand Canyon, Kekesuli, Irem Lake, and the earthquake fault zone. The Keketuohai scenic area that most tourists visit mainly refers to the Irtysh Grand Canyon.
❤Recommended reason:
✅The Irtysh Grand Canyon is where the source of the Irtysh River is located, which is the only river in China that flows into the Arctic Ocean.
✅In Kazakh, Keketuohai means 'green jungle', and in Mongolian, it means 'blue river bay', which shows the beauty of the scenery here. There are mining sites, unique Altai-style granite landforms, Fuyun earthquake relics, and the beautiful scenery of the Irtysh River.
🌟Highlights:
👍Keketuohai has an extraordinary origin and many titles. It is a 5A-level scenic spot, a world geopark, and it was once a highly confidential place in China, known as 'the world's largest mine pit', 'Code 111', 'the source of two bombs and one satellite', and it is 'China's second coldest pole', also known as China's 'Rocky Mountain National Park'. How about it, isn't such a place worth a visit?
❤Recommended reason:
Especially during the summer, the area is lush with greenery and wildflowers are in full bloom, very beautiful.
Recommendations:
Keketuohai World Geopark Museum
Mine Pit No. 3
Keketuohai National Mine Park
📝Note tips:
【Opening Hours】9:30——18:30
【Ticket includes round-trip shuttle】180 yuan
MarkusHaugen
Enjoy the cool summer time at Keketuohai National Mine Park
🎈Keketuohai National Mine Park | The perfect place to cool off in summer🎈
🌈Dear friends, today I want to recommend a treasure spot for summer cooling - Keketuohai National Mine Park!
🌳Here, the trees are shady, like a cool green ocean. Walking on the park's trails, a gentle breeze brings a touch of coolness, instantly making one forget the heat and irritability of summer.
💧The mountain streams flow gently, crystal clear to the bottom. Touching the cool stream water with your hand, the heat dissipates a great deal. Listening to the sound of the water hitting the rocks, that is a wonderful symphony played by nature.
✨There are also many unique mineral landscapes in the park, which sparkle under the summer sun, making one marvel at the natural wonders.
🥾You can choose to hike up the mountains, enjoying the beautiful scenery while relishing the exhilaration that exercise brings. From the top of the mountain, overlooking the magnificent view of the entire park, that sense of openness and shock will make you feel refreshed and invigorated.
🍃In the summer at Keketuohai National Mine Park, you can truly feel the embrace of nature, allowing both body and mind to be completely relaxed and soothed.
🌞This summer, don't endure the city's heat anymore, come to Keketuohai National Mine Park to find that cool and comfortable feeling that belongs to summer!
Aria Lee
Coco Tok Sea Shen Zhong Mountain, start a cool summer journey
🌈Treasures, today I must recommend to you the Shen Zhong Mountain in Xinjiang's Coco Tok Sea! It is simply a paradise for summer cooling.
🌄When you stand at the foot of Shen Zhong Mountain and look up, the unique mountain stands tall and gives a strong visual impact. The sun shines on the mountain, as if it has put on a golden coat.
🌳Surrounding are lush forests, walking among them, the fresh air hits your face, carrying the fragrance of nature. Listening to the cheerful singing of birds, feeling the gentle breeze, the heat of summer dissipates instantly.
💦There is also a clear stream flowing by, scoop up a handful of cool stream water, that kind of refreshment is simply indescribable.
🎒Here, you can fully enjoy the tranquility and beauty of nature, temporarily forget all troubles. Whether it's taking photos to check in, or just sitting quietly, it's extremely comfortable.
😘Buddies, this summer, you must come to Shen Zhong Mountain in Xinjiang's Coco Tok Sea, to start a cool and unforgettable summer journey!
TheYogaEnthusiast
In the summer, visit the Keketuohai National Mine Park to encounter a cool world
🌈 Treasure hunters, it's really too hot in the summer, but I've discovered an amazing place to cool off—the Xinjiang Keketuohai National Mine Park!
🌳 Here, the trees provide ample shade, as if there's a natural cooling filter. As soon as you step in, you can feel the refreshing coolness hit you.
✨ Strolling through the park, looking at the historic mine ruins filled with traces of history, you feel a sense of awe arising from the depths of time.
💧 There's also the clear stream babbling by, touch it and feel the icy coolness, so satisfying!
🥾 Here, you can fully enjoy the tranquility and beauty of summer, escaping the hustle and bustle and heat of the city.
🌞 This summer, be sure to come to the Xinjiang Keketuohai National Mine Park to cool off, immerse yourself in the embrace of nature, and experience a different kind of summer coolness.
SunflowerMeadow133
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.