Sayram Lake in this season is simply breathtakingly beautiful

The unreal blue of Sayram Lake🌊 with snow-capped mountains yet to melt and grass just turning green—in another month, the snowy peaks will be gone. Sunlight dances on the lake's surface, sparkling with golden star-like glimmers🌟, so mesmerizing you can't look away. 🎫 Ticket + shuttle bus: ¥145/person. 🚗 You can either drive into the scenic area or take the shuttle bus. 【Sayram Lake Self-Driving Route Guide】 It's recommended to explore counterclockwise after entering. Going clockwise brings you closer to the lake and offers easier access to the S-bend and mountain trails. If time is limited, driving halfway clockwise and exiting via the South Gate is also a great option. 📷【Photo Spot Recommendations】 1⃣️ Moon Bay: Enter from the East Gate and follow the boardwalk—snowy peaks, meadows, and windmills unfold before you💨, like stepping into a comic book. 2⃣️ S-Bend Road: Unlike the viral Kangding Airport road, this stretch is pure romance, framed by mountains, alpine lakes, and wildflower meadows. A must-drive experience🚙. 3⃣️ Kelcyunzhu: Stand on the Silver Moon Pier for sweeping shots that capture nature’s grandeur. 4⃣️ Lakeshore Beach: Get up close with 🦢 swans—if you’re lucky, you might spot elegant black swans. 5⃣️ Pine Tree Head: Hike to the summit for a panoramic view of Guozigou Bridge and endless rolling hills. Photos here feel like a fairy tale, but don’t forget sun protection! 🌟【Important Tips】 1. Counterclockwise routes offer a better experience. 2. Scenic area restaurants are pricey with mediocre food—pack your own meals🥘. 3. The UV rays are intense; sun protection is non-negotiable. 🚗【8-Day Xinjiang Itinerary (June-August)】 • Day 1: Arrive in Yili. • Day 2: Yining → Sayram Lake (stay overnight in the scenic area). • Day 3: Sayram Lake → Huocheng (stay at a countryside homestay in Huanghuang Village). • Day 4: Huocheng → Tekes → Qiongkushitai. • Day 5: Qiongkushitai → Zhaosu. • Day 6: Zhaosu → Xiate Scenic Area → Tekes. • Day 7: Tekes → Qiaxi → Yining. • Day 8: Depart Xinjiang from Yining.