The Ultimate Guide to Tekes Bagua City

Unlock Hidden Gems with a Local 🎯Highlights: 🌟The world's only Bagua City layout, resembling an ancient and mysterious Bagua diagram. An aerial view offers a stunning visual impact that will leave you in awe! (The aerial perspective is truly exceptional!) 🌟Entrance to the Wusun Ancient Road, still largely undeveloped and retaining its original natural beauty. Just a 5-minute walk takes you into this paradise-like wonderland, where you can experience the purity and tranquility of nature. 🌟Listen to the whispers of elderly Kazakh storytellers as they reveal the secrets of the prayer wheels, transporting you through time to connect with the pulse of ancient culture. 📸Eight Photogenic Hotspots for Stunning Shots: 1. South Gate Tower Morning Mist (6:00 - 7:00)🌅 Atmosphere Tip: Dress in flowing Hanfu, draped with a light veil. Amidst the misty morning fog and soft light, you'll look like someone who has traveled through a thousand years. Use wide-angle mode on your phone and add a film filter from the app Xingtu to blur the background into an elegant ink painting. Every frame will be breathtakingly beautiful! 2. Bagua Culture Square (10:00 - 15:00)🧐 Creative Photography: Find a little girl wearing a beautiful Kazakh flower hat and invite her to stand on the Tai Chi pattern in the center of the square, perfectly blending childlike wonder with the mysterious Bagua elements. You can also try "shadow play," cleverly overlapping your body with the lines of the Bagua formation for a creative touch! 3. Tianma Bathing in the River Sunset (18:00 - 19:30)🌄 Equipment Recommendations: Bring a polarizing filter to eliminate reflections on the water's surface, capturing the silky smooth texture of the river. A telephoto lens is also essential for capturing stunning silhouettes of herders on horseback against the setting sun. The scene of horses galloping across the golden riverbank is incredibly impressive! 4. Tekes Old Street Hidden Door (a hidden spot, I won't tell just anyone😎) Secret Route: Enter through the side door of the "Yinfeng Hotel" and follow the dirt path under the grape trellis. Opposite is the undeveloped ruins of the Qing Dynasty "Wusun Prince's Mansion." With few people and beautiful scenery, every shot here is a masterpiece! 🍖Kazakh Food Map: Yermak Restaurant is at No. 88 South Street. They have a hidden gem: mix the rice and dishes with wild strawberry jam for a sweet and sour flavor that adds a unique twist to the meal. The Alim Milk Tea House is located on the east side of Culture Square. Order a cup of fragrant milk tea and add a spoonful of roasted malt powder for a rich, malty flavor and amazing taste. The Tekes Night Market is in the west district of the night market. The meat skewers here are dipped in honey mustard, a surprising combination you'll love at first bite. Don't miss it! 🏡Late-Night Fun: Murder Mystery at a Stargazing Guesthouse Recommended Guesthouse: "Baguayuan" Courtyard Guesthouse Special Experience: Book the immersive murder mystery game "Wusun Secret Order" in advance and solve the mystery step by step based on clues from the Bagua formation. It's both challenging and fun. After the game, watch an outdoor movie in the backyard while listening to Kazakh Dongbula music. At just 80 yuan per person, including dinner, it's an incredibly enjoyable experience! ⚠️Key Pitfalls to Avoid: 1. Transportation Traps🚗 Taking a taxi to the scenic spot entrance might lead to being tricked into taking a sightseeing bus, costing an extra 50 yuan! The correct approach is to navigate to the "Tekes Bagua City Tourist Distribution Center" and drive or charter a car directly to the core area, saving both time and money. 2. Photography No-Nos📷 Drones are prohibited at the South Gate Tower, and flying one secretly may result in confiscation! Taking photos in front of shops on commercial streets may also be obstructed. Remember to find deserted corners and capture your shots discreetly.