2025 Sayram Lake Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

[Introduction]: Northern Xinjiang is dominated by natural landscapes, with many landforms such as high mountains, snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and forests. It is the region with the richest and most diverse natural scenery in Xinjiang. Southern Xinjiang is characterized by the combination of humanities and natural scenery, with a variety of landforms including plateaus, snow-capped mountains, ancient cities, deserts, and Gobi. : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : The natural scenery here is pristine and mysterious, a paradise for photography and hiking enthusiasts. 2. Yili Grassland: Nalati Grassland, Kalajun Grassland and other vast grasslands are covered with green grass and dotted with wild flowers in summer. They are great places to experience the grassland style. 3. Tianshan Tianchi: Located near Urumqi, it is an alpine lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains and picturesque scenery. 4. Sailimu Lake: It is known as "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean". It is the last place visited by the warm and humid air currents from the Atlantic Ocean in Xinjiang. The lake water is clear and blue, which contrasts beautifully with the snow-capped mountains in the distance. 5. Duku Highway: A highway connecting southern and northern Xinjiang, with picturesque scenery along the way, including snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes and other landforms. 6. Kashgar Old Town: The culture of the old town is well preserved, with crisscrossing streets and alleys. Most of the buildings have a history of hundreds of years. It is an excellent place to experience the folk customs of southern Xinjiang. 7. Pamir Plateau: You can enjoy the plateau scenery, such as snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and famous attractions such as Muztagh Ata Peak and Karakul Lake. 8. Taklimakan Desert: The largest desert in China, you can experience a desert tour and feel the vastness and mystery of the desert. 9. The Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon and Wensu Grand Canyon: They display unique canyon landforms and are great places for adventure and photography. 10. Tarim Populus euphratica forest: Magnificently golden in autumn, it is a paradise for photography enthusiasts. 🍩【Must-eat food】: Baked buns + hand-pulled rice + roasted whole lamb + lamb kebabs + big plate chicken + grilled fish 🏨【Accommodation guide】: Ctrip four-diamond + classic homestay + century-old house 🚌【Transportation guide】: Seven-seat business car + luxury seven-seat car (car according to guest requirements) 🧡【tips】: Tianshan Tianchi Altay Region · Xinjiang Kanas Scenic Area Hemu Scenic Area Wucai Beach World Ghost City Sailimu Lake · Bole Tangbula Grassland Narat Tourist Scenic Area · Xinyuan Bayinbuluke Scenic Area Kuche Palace Xinjiang Tianshan Tomur Scenic Area · Grand Canyon Kashgar City · Kashgar Region Panlong Ancient Road Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake Scenic Area Karakul Lake Scenic Area Bandir Blue Lake Muztagh Ata Glacier Park Shache · Kashgar Region Hotan City · Hotan Region Yotgan Ancient City Tarim Populus euphratica Forest Park Luobu Village Bosteng Lake

Known as the last tear of the Atlantic, Sailimu Lake boasts a stunning blue hue. The lakeshore is dotted with various attractions, each offering unique scenery. One notable site is an ancient post station where Zhang Qian, an envoy of the Han Dynasty, once stayed during his mission to the Western Regions. The combination of historical significance and breathtaking lake views makes it a highly recommended destination. 🕰️Operating Hours: Opens at 8:00 AM, camping overnight is allowed 📍Address: Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture 💰Average Cost: Adult ticket: 70 RMB/person, Ticket + full shuttle service: 145 RMB/person

Sayram Lake Travel Guide: I. Scenery Sayram Lake, the largest alpine pearl in Xinjiang, boasts crystal-clear azure waters. Complemented by the surrounding snow-capped mountains and grasslands, it creates a breathtaking panorama. The scenery varies with the seasons: spring brings blooming wildflowers, summer offers lush greenery, autumn paints the landscape gold, and winter blankets everything in silver, with magnificent ice cracks forming on the lake's surface. II. Must-See Spots 1. Lakeside Beach: Get up close to the lake and watch the water lap against the shore, with snow-capped mountains in the distance—perfect for photos. 2. Dianjiangtai (General's Platform): Enjoy panoramic views of Sayram Lake. The sunset views are particularly stunning. 3. Swan Lake: Often home to swans, this spot creates a poetic scene with the azure lake and distant mountains. III. Expenses 1. Entrance Fee: CNY 145/person, self-driving around the lake is permitted. 2. Food: Meals inside the scenic area are expensive. A bowl of noodles costs CNY 30–40, and lamb skewers are CNY 5–10/skewer. The small towns outside the scenic area are slightly cheaper, with meals averaging CNY 30–50/person. 3. Accommodation: During peak season (June–August), lakeside guesthouses charge CNY 300–800/night for a standard room, while off-season prices range from CNY 100–300/night. In nearby towns like Bole, hotel prices are relatively stable, at CNY 150–350/night. IV. Local Snacks 1. Hand-Pulled Rice: Made with mutton, carrots, onions, and rice, this dish is fragrant and flavorful, costing CNY 25–35/serving. 2. Naan Bread: A traditional Xinjiang flatbread, crispy and delicious, priced at CNY 5–15/piece. 3. Zongzi with Yogurt: Zongzi (sticky rice dumplings) paired with distinctive yogurt, offering a sweet and sour flavor, costs CNY 10–15/serving. V. Taxi Budget A taxi from Bole City to Sayram Lake costs approximately CNY 150–200. The distance is about 150 km, and the journey takes about 2 hours. Within the scenic area, you can self-drive or take the shuttle bus, which costs CNY 75/person. VI. Comfortable and Affordable Hotels 1. Bole Youhao Fashion Hotel: Located in downtown Bole, this hotel offers convenient transportation and clean, comfortable rooms for CNY 150–300/night. 2. Sayram Lake Yuntu Inn: Located near the scenic area, this inn offers convenient access for sightseeing. Prices range from CNY 300–500/night during peak season and CNY 150–300/night during the off-season.

Sayram Lake, here I come! Life is complete 🥳 Sayram Lake is vast, and every angle offers unparalleled beauty! It's a shame I couldn't stay longer. Next time, I'll take my time to soak it all in.🤪 If you're going now, be prepared for significant temperature differences between day and night. Just make sure to pack enough clothes.

Only when apricot blossoms fall on your head can you truly say you've seen spring in Yili. As a low-key blogger who chases flowers year-round, I'm sharing this apricot blossom chasing guide, which has been requested countless times after I posted it on my WeChat Moments, with you, who will be chasing apricot blossoms in a month: 📍Route Recommendation Day 1: Your City → Yining 🌟After getting off the plane, head straight to the Kazantqi Folk Custom Tourism Area! It's full of rich ethnic customs. The blue alleys hide dreamy apricot blossom window views. If you're lucky, you can capture photos of Uyghur children laughing and running past the blossoming trees. It's naturally beautiful, much better than posed shots! 🌟Near dusk, rush towards the Yili River Bridge to watch the sunset glow over the river. The whole world is enveloped in a gentle embrace, and words seem inadequate at this moment. Day 2: Yining → Sayram Lake → Guozigou Bridge → Huanghuang Village 🌟Sayram Lake in summer is a vibrant sapphire, while in early spring, it's cold and noble, like a fairy who doesn't eat earthly food, making people intoxicated. 🌟Pass by the Guozigou Bridge and be stunned by its majestic momentum. 🌟Stay overnight at Simu Guesthouse in Huanghuang Village. The next morning, step onto the rooftop balcony to encounter the surprise of the first apricot blossoms blooming in the next-door courtyard, starting a beautiful day. Self-driving tip: Be sure to visit Sayram Lake before Guozigou Bridge, otherwise, the route is not smooth, and turning around will take more than an hour. Day 3: Huanghuang Village → Daxi Valley → Xinyuan County 🌟Don't rush. In the morning at Huanghuang Village, enjoy a cup of fragrant coffee and let the leisurely time flow. This is the meaning of travel. 🌟In the afternoon, head to Daxi Valley (it is recommended to pay attention to the flowering progress, fly a drone outside the scenic area, or ask tourists who have just left the scenic area. If the apricot blossoms in the valley haven't bloomed, don't enter the scenic area). Day 4: Turgen Apricot Blossom Valley → Apricot Blossom Grand Canyon → Yining ✅A day with MAX apricot blossom concentration‼️ Nalati Apricot Blossom Valley and the Turgen Apricot Blossom Grand Canyon, 5 km away, are a feast of apricot blossoms. The layers of apricot blossoms are like clouds falling from the sky. Walking into them is like stepping into a dreamy fairy tale world, every step is a stunning scenery. Day 5: Yining → Return Trip ✅Before leaving, don't forget to visit Liuxing Street, taste local specialties, and choose some souvenirs to conclude this trip perfectly. 🌸If the spring breeze has feelings for flowers, could it grant me youth again? This route hides all my greed for the spring of Yili. If you are also moved, take this guide in April and fall in love with the apricot blossoms all over the mountains.

“Nothing can stop you from yearning for freedom.” Every time I hear this song, I think of the wonderful moments of my self-drive tour in Yili. 🕐️DAY 1: Urumqi—Anjihai Grand Canyon—Jinghe 13:00 Arrive in Urumqi, Xinjiang. Pick up the car at the airport, an orange Tank 300. Have a meal at Loulan BBQ (Yingbin Road Branch), then head to Anjihai Grand Canyon. This is a great first stop for a self-drive tour. The scenery on the way to Anjihai is already stunning. The sky is high and the clouds are light, the view is vast and desolate, and there are snow-capped mountains in the distance. In the evening, arrive in Jinghe County and check in to the hotel to prepare for tomorrow's trip to Sayram Lake, Bole. 🕐️DAY 2: Sayram Lake—Guozigou Bridge—Yining City Morning: Head to Sayram Lake, Bole. When we first arrived, the weather was not good, it was overcast and gloomy. Keep going, and after passing the south gate, the weather cleared up. The sun shone down, and the color of the lake and the surrounding grassland scenery became as beautiful and stunning as the legends say. As we drove forward, the scenery was overwhelming. On the left, there was a multi-layered green grassland and cedar forest, and on the right, the blue of Sayram Lake was clearly visible in the sunlight. The road ahead stretched straight to the snow-capped mountains in the distance. The vast, magnificent, and multi-layered scenery made us excited and thrilled. Evening: Leave Sayram Lake Scenic Area at 7:30 pm and head to Guozigou Bridge. The stunning scenery began after driving down from the Guozigou Bridge viewing platform. After descending to the bottom of the valley and moving forward, we experienced the first shock and excitement of this trip. We drove through the mountains, with towering and steep mountains on both sides, changing vegetation, and occasional white yurts and cattle and sheep. It felt unreal, as if we were driving through a painting. Arrive at the hotel at 11 pm and have a big plate of chicken. 🕐️DAY 3: Yining—Yizhao Highway—Xiata Morning: First, we went to Liuxing Street in Yining City for breakfast. Then, the highlight of the day was the Yizhao Highway, known as the "Little Duku Highway." We drove for 8.5 hours, stopping and going, and arrived at the homestay near Xiata Ancient Road National Forest Park at around 8 or 9 pm. Today's trip on the Yizhao Highway left a deep impression on us. We started driving along the mountain, and every turn revealed different scenery, both dangerous and vast. There were winding roads, cliffs, and towering mountains in front of us, as well as deep mountains and vast skies, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains in the distance. The near, middle, and distant views were all natural. Every time we stopped, we stood by the cliff and seemed to automatically ignore the sound of passing cars. As we slowly looked into the distance, a feeling of emptiness, grandeur, insignificance, and silence naturally emerged, and we enjoyed it. In addition, there were changes. The magical thing was that after a turn, the deep brown three-dimensional mountain scenery suddenly turned into a vast grassland like a green carpet. Looking up, the sky was high and the clouds were light, and eagles were soaring. Looking down, a horse stood alone on a distant mountain, eating grass like a still life painting. Looking down again, the grassland canyon had undulating terrain, stretching to the depths of the distant mountains, with flocks of white sheep and dark cattle and horses in the mountain valleys. We continued forward, left the Yizhao Highway, turned onto County Road 758, passed several small towns, and approached Xiata. As we drove forward, there was a fairy-tale-like tranquility on the right, with a vast grassland, and on the left, a vast grassland in the foreground and silent mountains in the distance. The sky was extremely blue, the clouds were extremely white, and they were low. In the evening, we checked in to a homestay near Xiata. DAY 4: Xiata—Qiongkushitai Morning: Go to Xiata, where people wear all kinds of clothes, from short sleeves to jackets and down jackets. First, take a bus for 40 minutes, then take a sightseeing bus to the transfer bridge. Transfer Bridge—General Bridge—Kara House No. 1—Kara House No. 2. We should have reached between No. 2 and No. 3. The highlight of Xiata's scenery is the view of Muzart Glacier from the corridor-like canyon. Along the way, the mountains surround us, the grassland extends from the foot of the mountain through the tall cedar forest, and the river formed by glacial meltwater accompanies us. We rested in a shady mountain forest and saw the first squirrel. Later, we saw several more squirrels and a marmot, eating naan and looking cute. We calculated the time to Qiongkushitai and started to return. At around 6 pm, we left the scenic area and headed to Qiongkushitai. The road to Qiongkushitai was particularly challenging, with three mountains and two valleys, various hairpin turns, folding turns, and continuous 360-degree turns. It felt like we made 1,800 turns along the way... It was an unprecedented driving experience, with adrenaline pumping, excitement, and thrill. We continued forward, entered the dense forest in the mountains, and finally reached Qiongkushitai Village. DAY 5: Qiongkushitai—Wusun Ancient Road—Back Mountain—Xinyuan, Yili After breakfast at the homestay, we went to Wusun Ancient Road in the morning. We walked along a rushing river into the dense forest. We were on the left bank of the river, walking through the mountains and forests, occasionally encountering a few wooden house homestays and many silent horses grazing and resting. On the right bank of the river, there were grasslands, forests, and homestays nearby, and mountains in the distance. The mountain road was difficult to walk, with tree roots, strange rocks, and muddy horse trails. More people chose to ride horses back and forth. We went back to pack our luggage, left the homestay, and went to the back mountain. We didn't spend much time in the back mountain. If we have the chance to come again, I even feel like we should spend more time there than on Wusun Ancient Road. Then we went down the mountain and planned to reach Nalati Tourist Scenic Area, Xinyuan, from Qiongkushitai, to prepare for tomorrow's trip on the Duku Highway. We left a bit late, and calculated that it would take until 11 or 12 pm to reach Nalati, which would affect our meals and rest. So we got off the highway in Xinyuan, Yili, and stayed overnight. We arrived at the hotel in Xinyuan at around 11 pm. DAY 6: Duku Highway—Dushanzi District, Karamay, Dushanzi City Today's plan was to drive on the Duku Highway, from Xinyuan to Nalati, and then from Nalati to Dushanzi, which is equivalent to half of the Duku Highway. After getting on the Duku Highway from Nalati, the first half was relatively flat. We turned at Qiaerma and went to Tangbula Hundred Mile Gallery for a look. After passing Qiaerma, the scenery began to change. When we set off from Nalati in the morning, there was vegetation on both sides of the mountains, and everything was green. But here, the mountains began to turn gray-brown or even gray-black, and they became steeper and more dangerous. The change started at Hashilegen, at an altitude of 3,400 meters. In one photo, the sky was clear and the scenery was clear. In the next photo, the gray-white fog had already enveloped the background. The weather on the mountain changed suddenly, with fog and sporadic rain. We continued forward and reached a parking lot, where it had already turned into thick fog. We played in the snow for a while. When we set off again, the visibility was very low, and we drove slowly along the winding mountain road with the hazard lights on. After descending to a lower altitude, the fog began to dissipate, and the air was clear as if it had been washed, but it started to rain. At 10:30, we arrived in Dushanzi and left the Duku Highway. On the way into Dushanzi City, we suddenly saw the distant city lights in the darkness, and we felt a slight sense of returning to the world. DAY 7: Return trip, Urumqi—Xinzheng Airport.

[Opening]: Xinjiang, this magical land, attracts countless travelers with its magnificent natural scenery and profound cultural heritage. The Tianshan Mountains serve as the natural boundary of Xinjiang, dividing Xinjiang into northern Xinjiang and southern Xinjiang. The following is a brief introduction to the travel guide for southern and northern Xinjiang: 🛬【Itinerary】: Day 1: Warm Home - Urumqi Day 2: Urumqi - Tianshan Tianchi - Fuyun Day 3: Fuyun - Keketuohai - Wucai Beach - Burqin Day 4: Burqin - Kanas Sanwan - Fish Viewing Pavilion - Hemu Day 5: Hemu - Hemu Morning Sunrise - Yunxiao Peak - Wuerhe Day 6: Wuerhe - Devil City - Dushanzi Grand Canyon - Bole Day 7: Bole - Sailimu Lake - Liuxing Street - Xinyuan Day 8: Xinyuan - Narat Sky Grassland - Bosten Lake - Korla Day 9: Korla-Lobu Village-Kuche Palace-Kuche Day 10: Kuqa - Wensu Grand Canyon - Aral Day 11: Aral-Mosque-Kashgar Ancient City-Kashgar Day 12: Kashgar - Baisha Lake - Karakul Lake - Golden Grass Beach - Stone City - Tashkurgan County Day 13: Tashi County - Panlong Ancient Road - Bandir Blue Lake - Muztagh Ata Peak - Kashgar Day 14: Kashgar - Warm Home 🍩【Must-eat food】: - Food in the old city of Kashgar: the pilaf from Dawayihe Zhazhu Restaurant, the naan pit meat from Tugongyang BBQ Shop, etc. Taxkorgan cuisine: yak hotpot and other local specialties. Yarkand delicacies: roasted pigeon, roasted pumpkin, etc. - Other recommendations: Traditional Uyghur food such as mutton skewers, baked buns, jar meat, ramen, pigeon soup, etc. 🏨【Accommodation Guide】: Ctrip Four Diamond Accommodation 🚌【Traffic Guide】: Cars available according to customer needs (7/9/19/35 seats) 🧡【tips】： There are many ethnic minorities in southern Xinjiang, and tourists need to respect local customs and habits. In addition, some scenic spots such as the Pamir Plateau are at high altitudes, so tourists need to be careful to prevent altitude sickness. Tianshan Tianchi Keketuohai Scenic Area·Fuyun Wucai Beach World Ghost City Kanas·Altay Region Hemu Scenic Area Dushanzi Grand Canyon Sailimu Lake·Bole Nalati Tourist Scenic Area Bosten Lake Lop Village Kuche Palace Xinjiang Tianshan Tomur Scenic Area·Grand Canyon Kashgar City·Kashgar Region Panlong Ancient Road Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake Scenic Area Taxkorgan·Kashgar Region Bandir Blue Lake

Sailimu Lake in winter is very beautiful and dreamy Each check-in point can capture different beautiful scenery The temperature is much warmer than that of Hemu. You can wear beautiful clothes to take photos But your feet will be cold in the morning and evening, so be sure to keep warm~ →Play Order First arrive at the East Gate of Sailimu Lake (self-driving 110/person, children under 1.3m free), driving route: East Gate of Sailimu Lake → Songshutou → S Bay Lighthouse → Keleyongzhu → Ice Bubble Viewing Spot → Blue Icicle Wall → Colorful Hot Air Balloon → Water Beach → Ten-mile Long Causeway >> Moon Bay → East Gate Exit ☆Pine Tree Head There are benches by the lake, where you can sit and take great photos, with ice, snow-capped mountains and snow all around. ☆S Bay At the Milk Lake Source parking spot, drive forward to Songshutou and you will see a lot of parking lots on the roadside. ☆Lighthouse Drive about 5 minutes forward from S Bay and you will reach the lighthouse. The lighthouse is not big and you can take pictures on the side of the road or go down. Even if you park the car on the side of the road, you still have to walk quite a long way. ☆Keller's Pearl This is a place that children like very much. You can see swans when you go down the plank road. You can bring some bread or steamed buns to feed the swans. Children can play there for a long time. ☆Ice Bubble Viewing Spot Drive about 5 minutes forward from Kleryongzhu and you will see people on the ice. When taking pictures, you can shoot from a low position or from above to get beautiful ice bubbles. ☆Blue Icicle Wall At Swan Le Shui, you can see from afar the artificially cast ice wall, which is quite beautiful. There are even roses planted on a piece of ice. ☆Colorful hot air balloons Drive along the road and you can see it on the right hand side. It looks very beautiful in the photos. ☆Water beach You can take a break here and have afternoon tea. There is a swing where you can take photos. There are many ice flakes on the lakeside that can also be photographed. ☆Ten-mile long embankment When the weather is warm, you can watch ice skating here, which was not the case when I went there, and you can also watch the sunset. ☆Moon Bay You can watch the sunrise and sunset here. When the weather is good, it is very beautiful, especially at sunrise when the sky is pink, which is particularly photogenic. →Play time It is recommended to spend about 5-6 hours, and half a day is enough to complete the tour. →Clothes It is not very cold when the sun is out at Sailimu Lake, so you can wear a coat or thin clothes to take pictures. However, it is very cold in the morning and evening, so you must wear a thick down jacket and a cotton hat. Light or bright colors look great in photos. →Eat There are snacks for sale at several stops in the scenic area, but the prices are higher than outside, so you can bring more food with you. Sayram Lake Bole

My dears👫, you must come and see Sayram Lake in winter. This trip made me cry with joy😭, it's like a real-life Frozen! As soon as I got off the car, the blue ice hit my eyes, blue and crystal clear, like a huge blue crystal💎, or like a dreamy gem carefully polished by nature. The lake is covered with thick snow, like soft cotton candy☁️, making you want to take a bite. Walking along the lake, the ice underfoot makes a "creaking" sound, as if playing a winter symphony🎶. The distant snow-capped mountains are covered with snow, like white velvet hats on the earth, so cute. The stones by the lake are also covered with ice and snow, some like round penguins🐧, some like chubby polar bears, each one is like a work of art carefully carved by nature. The sun shines on the lake, refracting colorful light🌈, adding a touch of fantasy to this ice and snow world. At this time, Sayram Lake has no summer hustle and bustle, only tranquility and beauty. Here, time seems to slow down, just want to stand quietly by the lake and feel the romance of winter. My dears, you must come and feel the unique charm of Sayram Lake in winter💕!

1. Colorful Lakeshore • In autumn, the trees and grasslands around Sayram Lake are dressed in colorful autumn attire. The golden poplars, fiery red shrubs, and the still blue lake water intertwine, making the lakeshore look like a colorful ribbon carefully drawn by nature. Stroll along the lakeshore, with thick fallen leaves underfoot, making a "rustling" sound, as if playing a symphony of autumn. 2. Sunrise and Sunset Views • The air in autumn is particularly fresh, with high visibility, making it an excellent time to watch the sunrise and sunset. In the morning, the sun slowly rises from behind the eastern mountains, and the golden sunlight spills onto the lake, shimmering, turning the entire lake golden. In the evening, the sun sets in the west, the sky is filled with sunset clouds, and the lake reflects the brilliant colors in the sky, gradually changing from orange-red to deep red, finally blending into the deep blue night sky, a mesmerizing sight. 3. Tranquil Starry Sky • On autumn nights, the sky over Sayram Lake is particularly clear, without the summer heat and mosquito interference. Camp by the lake, gaze at the starry sky, with twinkling stars and the Milky Way spanning the sky. With little light pollution, you can clearly see constellations and meteors, an unforgettable experience of close contact with the vast starry sky. II. Experience Activities 1. Cycling Around the Lake • Rent a bicycle and cycle along the road around Sayram Lake. The autumn wind carries a slight chill, blowing on your face, feeling very pleasant. While cycling, enjoy the ever-changing scenery along the way, from vast grasslands to colorful forests, to the shimmering lake, immersing your body and mind in the beauty of autumn. 2. Photography • For photography enthusiasts, Sayram Lake in autumn is a natural studio. You can photograph the deadwood in the lake, stretching in peculiar postures in the water, contrasting sharply with the surrounding autumn colors, creating a sense of solitude and grandeur. You can also photograph the distant snow-capped mountains intertwined with autumn forests, and the sky and mountains reflected on the lake, capturing stunning shots from every angle. 3. Tasting Autumn Fruits and Delicacies • Around Sayram Lake, you can taste local autumn specialties. For example, freshly picked wild fruits, such as sea buckthorn and wild hawthorn, with sea buckthorn juice being sweet and sour, rich in vitamins. There are also delicacies made with freshly harvested autumn ingredients, like roasted naan paired with autumn lamb, specially roasted, with lamb being fatty but not greasy, and naan being crispy, offering a unique flavor.

🖼️🖼️Sayram Lake🖼️🖼️ 💧💧The last tear of the Atlantic Ocean, a clear lake, like the bright eyes of Tianshan Mountain, quietly telling the story of a thousand years, intoxicating. 🖼️🖼️Wucaitan🖼️🖼️ A natural sculpture, a river divides the scenery of the riverbank into two completely different paintings, colorful hills and tranquil valleys, full of charm. Nalati is not only known as the "grassland in the sky," but also the "place where the sun is first seen." Standing here, it seems that you can touch the clouds and have a close encounter with the sun. Come to the Ghost City Experience the uncanny workmanship of nature, the peculiar Yadan landform, making you feel like you are on an alien planet, every step is full of adventure and excitement. 💧💧Tianshan Tianchi💧💧 A fairyland on earth, a dazzling pearl, quietly blooming in the embrace of mountains, inviting you to a spiritual baptism journey. Hemu Village Say goodbye to the world and enter this fairy tale world built of logs, experience the primitive life of the Tuva people, and find peace of mind. 🏠🏠Kanas🏠🏠 Mysterious beauty, far away from the hustle and bustle, explore the "back garden of God," every scenery is like a surprise carefully prepared by nature. 🦌🦌Bayanbulak🦌🦌 The wonder of nine bends and eighteen turns, here, you can feel the breath of nature, every corner has a different surprise.

In winter, Sayram Lake has azure blue water and snow-capped mountains. Especially after a snowfall, the view is half blue and half white. Staring at this blue and white world for a long time, you feel as if you are at the end of the world, letting your thoughts run free. Everything is so wonderful! In the world of winter, white snow is the most romantic and beautiful thing. However, at Sayram Lake, when white snowflakes meet azure blue water, with magnificent snow-capped mountains and a blue sky in the distance, it looks like a dreamlike world of ice and snow. It's so beautiful! The deep blue of Sayram Lake looks even more charming in winter. It really is "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean." Looking at the blue water, the image seems to be forever imprinted in your mind, never to be forgotten! In this blue and white world, beautiful swans swim in the lake. They are like the elves of this icy world, magically blending into this blue and white world, beautiful and romantic! In addition to the beautiful lake, the magnificent snow scene of Sayram Lake is also at its best in winter. The vast land is covered with white snow, boundless and pure! The snow on the shore and the flowing lake water, one still and one moving, one blue and one white, bring a wonderful visual experience. There is also white ice frozen by the lake, in close contact with the water. When the water hits the ice, the sound is particularly pleasant! On sunny days, the sun shines on the lake, sparkling like diamonds embedded in the water. The dazzling light is beautiful! After the snow, Sayram Lake is like the end of the world. In this blue and white world, you can let your imagination run wild, feeling free and unrestrained!

Hey, everyone! 👋 Today, we're bringing you a super detailed guide to visiting Sayram Lake in winter. We guarantee that your trip to Xinjiang will be unforgettable! ✨ Location: Sayram Lake is located in the Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture in Xinjiang. It is a shining pearl in the high mountain basin of the western Tianshan Mountains. In Mongolian, it is called "Sayram Zor," which means "lake on the ridge." It is the largest alpine lake in western China and the last place where the warm and humid air currents from the Atlantic Ocean reach, earning it the nickname "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean." 💧 🌨️ Winter Scenery: Sayram Lake in winter is like a fairytale painting! 🖼️ When the lake freezes over, it becomes a giant mirror reflecting the blue sky and white snow-capped mountains. When the sun rises or sets, the ice crystals on the lake shimmer in the sunlight, creating a dreamlike world. 🌅 ✨ Recommended Photo Spots: Milk Sea Source: This is the best spot to capture the S-bend, with a bright yellow triangular road sign! 🚧 Lighthouse: Just a 5-minute drive from the S-bend, you'll find blue ice, yachts, and stone paths, all offering stunning views from every angle! 🗼 Kele Yongzhu: Walk down the boardwalk to see swans. In winter, the swans dipping their heads into the lake are simply adorable! 🦢 Ten-Mile Long Dike: There are many ice pushes here, and the blue ice blocks at sunset are incredibly romantic! 🌅 🏂 Ice and Snow Activities: At Sayram Lake, you can enjoy skiing, ice skating, snowmobiling, and more. Experience the charm of ice and snow while unleashing your inner passion and energy! 🏂 Remember to wear warm down jackets, snow boots, and prepare necessary anti-slip gear! 🧤 🍴 Food Recommendations: Don't miss out on Xinjiang's delicious cuisine! Near Sayram Lake, you can savor authentic roasted whole lamb, pilaf, naan, roasted buns, and other local delicacies. 🍖 Especially the cold-water fish from Sayram Lake, which is tender, nutritious, and delicious whether steamed or braised! 🐟 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations: Bole Sayram Lake Impression Apartment Hotel: Located near the east gate of the scenic area, it offers a great location to enjoy the starry sky at night and sunrise in the morning. The rooms are cozy and comfortable, and the staff is warm and attentive. 🌌 Guesthouses: Newly built guesthouses offer beautiful surroundings and stunning sunset views of Sayram Lake from the rooms. The rooms are clean and tidy, with comfortable and soft mattresses, making them an excellent choice for your trip! 🛌 🗺️ Three-Day Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive at Sayram Lake and check into a nearby hotel or guesthouse. In the afternoon, explore the Sayram Lake scenic area, admire the frozen lake and surrounding snow scenery. In the evening, enjoy local specialties. 🍽️ Day 2: In the morning, participate in ice and snow activities like skiing or ice skating. In the afternoon, explore the natural scenery around Sayram Lake and take beautiful snow photos. In the evening, experience local customs at a bonfire party by the lake. 🔥 Day 3: Choose to visit other attractions or participate in local activities based on your interests. In the afternoon, return to the city and end your delightful Sayram Lake trip. 🚗 That's it for today's guide! 👋 Don't forget to bring your camera 📷 and embark on a spontaneous trip! 🧳 Sayram Lake in winter is definitely worth experiencing! 💖

❇️ In winter, the lake surface freezes over like a mirror, reflecting the blue sky, while the surrounding forest is covered in snow, creating a fairyland-like scene. ❇️ In the distance, the snow-capped mountains appear and disappear, and the occasional sighting of a fox or other small animals adds a touch of wild charm. With few people and beautiful scenery, a day trip around the lake is enough to take in the sights. Each check-in point has its own unique story, from the lake view at Moon Bay, afternoon tea at Qingshui Beach, the lakeshore at Dianjiangtai, and the lighthouse. ❇️ Pay special attention to the pine tree head. Although the climb is difficult, the view from the top is definitely worth it. Walking through here, it feels like life becomes more colorful. Sayram Lake in winter is a must-visit place in a lifetime.

#Trip to fly to China Information about Sayram Lake (Sayram or Sailimu Lake) Sayram Lake is the most beautiful and largest high-altitude lake in Xinjiang, China. It is located in the Tianshan Mountains at an altitude of about 2,073 meters above sea level. It covers an area of ​​about 455–460 square kilometers. It is known as the "Last Teardrop of the Atlantic" because it is influenced by the warm currents of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a popular tourist spot for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts. Activities and Highlights Activities: Hiking, Camping, Horseback Riding, Photography, Sightseeing Points of Interest: Moon Bay: A bay shaped like a crescent moon, suitable for photography Xihai Grassland: Green grasslands on the west side of the lake Songshutou: Guozigou Bridge Viewpoint Swan Lake: An area with swans and beautiful views Best time to visit May to October is the best time because the weather is cool and wild flowers are in full bloom. And the mountain view is beautiful. --- How to get there 1. From Bole: Take a rental car or taxi, the cost is about 350-400 yuan, the journey takes about 1 hour. 2. From Yining: Take a bus from Ili Autonomous Prefecture Bus Station to Bole, ask the driver to stop at Sayram Lake along the way. 3. Traveling by private car: The main entrance is at the East Gate, which allows you to drive around the lake on a designated route (clockwise or counterclockwise). Entrance fee Summer (April 16-October 31): 145 yuan Winter (November 1-April 15): 72.5 yuan Additional advice Recommended accommodation is in Wenquan (1 hour drive). It is recommended to bring your own food and drinks, as restaurants in the area are expensive. Xilimu Lake is suitable for those looking for peace and closeness to nature, especially in summer when the grasslands and flowers around the lake create a more beautiful atmosphere.

Sayram Lake in early winter is a romantic place with no limits. It is located in the high mountain basin of the western Tianshan Mountains in Bortala Prefecture. The lakeside scenery is picturesque, and various creatures coexist harmoniously in this natural wonderland. Immersed in the vast embrace of nature, we can forget our troubles and anxieties and enjoy the beauty of life and the loveliness of all things.

Here's the current state of Sayram Lake: - Time and weather: November 3, 2024, -2°–2° and sunny. - Outfit suggestions: Down jacket, snow boots, and fleece pants. - Advantages: Fewer people, beautiful scenery, and cost-effective. Fewer people means you can take as many photos as you want; the scenery is beautiful during the transition from autumn to winter, comparable to the summer and the beautiful scenery of Norway and other countries; during the off-season, hotel, homestay, and ticket prices are half price. - Scenic time: December–January, the lake begins to freeze and you can take photos of blue ice; January–February, the lake is completely frozen and there are ice bubbles. - Travel suggestions: The temperature is low in winter, and the road is icy, so be careful when driving, and you can join a local small group; you can drive around the lake during the off-season, but not during the peak season, and be careful of the speed limit; the east side of the lake has a good photo angle, and you can take photos of the lake under the snow-capped mountains; the internet-famous S-shaped road is about 40 minutes from the east gate to the south gate; there is a check-in point about 5 minutes from the east gate where you can see the snow-capped mountains and enjoy the latest sunset in China; the temperature difference between day and night in Kanas is large, and it may snow, so bring enough warm clothes. - Hemu 7-day tour route: Various places—Urumqi—Ulungu Lake—Altay—Ahe Highway—Xiaodonggou—Wetland Grassland—Summer Pasture—Hemu—Jiadengyu—Kanas—Tiejia Highway—Habahe County—G219 Hatie Section—Tiereketi Township—Kelejieneng Village—Habahe County—Birch Forest Scenic Area—Fuhai County—Urumqi.

Life is a moment in the lens, there is a kind of blue in the world called the blue of Sayram Lake, Sayram Lake, with a super high density of blue, is known as "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean". In winter, from late December to March of the following year, Sayram Lake enters the freezing period, the lake surface freezes into ice, blue ice, bubbles, ice push, ice bubbles, ice flowers, blue ice puzzles and other shocking scenes follow one after another... Sayram Lake 🎫Ticket price: CNY 120 (self-driving). 🗺Address: Sayram Lake, Bole, Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang 🚝Transportation: 7 hours drive from Urumqi ⌚Play time: Sayram Lake is very large, it is recommended to leave a day. Entertainment: In addition to the beautiful ice and snow scenery in winter, you can also experience the fun and exciting ice and snow entertainment, such as snow drift cars, snowmobiles, horse-drawn sleds, internet-famous swings, skiing, rainbow slides, etc. All of this is enough to satisfy your desire to play in the snow. Play equipment: equipped with drones, SLR, snow rings, snow covers, thermos, astronomical telescopes, etc. Winter should always see a real snow in the north, it is better to meet the snow of Sayram Lake in this winter, meet the ice and snow fairy tale here. ⚠️Some small tips: 🗻Be sure to go deep into the hinterland, the lake at the entrance is basically snow, you can't see the blue ice, you must drive in, the more you go in, the cleaner the blue ice, the less impurities on the lake. 🗻In January, the temperature of Sayram Lake is basically below minus 20 degrees, and the wind on the lake is very strong, so be sure to keep warm! 🗻In January, the whole lake of Sayram Lake is frozen, people can stand on it, lying on the blue ice, using drones, it is simply a blockbuster in minutes. 🗻The road surface of self-driving will freeze, so be sure to do a good job of anti-skid work of the vehicle and pay attention to safety. ✅Travel preparation: 👉After entering the scenic area, there are roads all the way, and there is no place to eat in winter, so it is recommended to prepare dry food and snacks in advance and put them in the car. 👉The wind on the lake is strong, and playing in the snow is even more frozen, so be sure to keep warm. Boots are recommended to wear high-top non-slip waterproof models. 👉The altitude of Sayram Lake is more than 2000 meters, and the ultraviolet rays are strong, so it is necessary to do a good job of facial sunscreen even in winter. 🚙[Transportation] 🚙Self-driving tour 1️⃣The roadside is slippery in winter, it is recommended that experienced drivers drive. 2️⃣Backpackers: Take the 🚝train from Urumqi Bus Station to Bortala. 3️⃣Plane✈️Fly directly from Yining to Alashankou Airport.

#travelgirls #trip #tripblazers #tripmoments #100waysoftravel #historicallandmarks #localguides 💞Reasons to Recommend: I thought the morning glow of Lake Sairim was beautiful enough until Sunrise. live in Xinjiang... It's really healing. Traveling alone is really addictive. One person can go to any destination ~ What is on the other side of the mountain? You don't have to tell me. I'll go and see it myself. Location: Lake Sairim (Sayram Lake in English) is located in the Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, in the southwest of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is at the northern foot of the Tianshan Mountains, close to the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture in the south. The lake is about 90 kilometers away from Bole City and is adjacent to the border with Kazakhstan, less than 50 km away. Tips: • Best time to visit: June to August is an excellent time when the grass is green, wildflowers are in full bloom, and the weather is relatively pleasant. Each season has its own unique beauty here. In spring (April - May), there is the spectacle of blue ice; autumn (September - October) offers the view of golden grasslands and snow-capped mountains; and winter (November - March) features magical blue ice and layered ice bubbles. • Transportation: • Self-driving: This is highly recommended. The drive from Bole City to Lake Sairim takes about one hour. • By public transportation: There is a tourist special line starting from the terminal of the Bole Station bus and returning from the parking lot behind the tourist center. The one-way fare is 30 yuan per person. • Accommodation: There are hotels outside the scenic area which are relatively concentrated for convenience. Inside the scenic area, there are characteristic accommodations such as RVs and yurts, which are convenient for watching the sunrise in the morning and the starry sky at night. • Food: You can taste local delicacies such as Xinjiang barbecue, hand-held mutton rice, and various dairy products. High white salmon is also a specialty here. Recommendation: • Scenic spots: There are many beautiful spots around the lake. For example, "S-bend" is great for seeing the sunrise and the harmonious view of the curved road, distant snow-capped mountains, and the vast lake in the early morning. "Lighthouse" is a popular photo spot. "Jinhua Zihui" is a good place for flower viewing in summer. "Kele Yongzhu" is where swans often appear, and there is a spring, so it doesn't freeze in winter. "Xihai Grassland" is suitable for watching the sunrise and enjoying the snow-capped mountains, and is also a good place for summer flower viewing. "Swan Water Play" area is where you can often see swans. • Activities: You can take a walk along the lake, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and take photos. If you like, you can also go horseback riding around the lake to experience the unique charm of the prairie and the lake. Tour guide: You can choose to hire a local tour guide in Xinjiang, or join travelagency

From June onwards, Sailimu Lake is adorned with vibrant flowers, adding color to the blue lake and creating a breathtakingly beautiful and moving scenery. A short drive around the lake offers changing views, making it enjoyable just to drive around. The day I visited was unfortunately cloudy, but I've heard it's even more beautiful on sunny days, so I plan to visit again when the weather is nice. At an altitude of about 2000 meters, it can feel a bit chilly even in June. It's advisable to bring something to wear when you visit.

Autumn is gentle and romantic. It has the heat of summer, the coolness of morning and evening, and unique autumn scenery. The autumn scenery of Sayram Lake is still very beautiful. In the early morning, the light and thin clouds are like layers of gauze covering the mountains and fields of Sayram Lake. The mist is dyed golden by the red sun, and it is extremely gorgeous as the sun slowly rises to the sky. The valleys and lakes gradually show a clear and quiet beauty. The blue lake, the vast grassland, the blue sky and white clouds, the green grass, they are nestled with the mountains and rivers, they gather here, this is the beautiful picture of autumn. Invite three or five friends to walk on the plank road next to the starry sky room, or sit on the plane, or sit on the ground, to feel, to wander in the dreamlike world. This is Sayram Lake in autumn, quiet and comfortable, clear lake water, continuous mountains, forest coverage, what are you waiting for! In this beautiful season, come for a slow life and enjoy the autumn tour~

I went to Sayram Lake in July ❤️I never thought that I would have the chance to experience her beauty again in this refreshing autumn Sayram Lake • Bole, from summer to autumn, interpreting "a million years in one glance" Longitude 80 degrees, latitude 40 degrees, The warm and humid air flow of the Atlantic Ocean, met the 20-degree Sayram Lake. The Himalayas, this ancient and mysterious land, has experienced a long period of precipitation, achieving half of the mountains and half of the lakes and seas Waiting for thirty thousand years, Just to meet you-"The last tear of the Atlantic" Sayram Lake There is a kind of blue called Sayram Lake Blue, which is pure blue, and it makes people lower their voices. The slightly high decibel voice will shatter the calm and clear lake surface. 📝Note tips: For detailed strategies, please see my Sayram Lake strategy in July

Stepping into Sayram Lake, the blue, glowing water instantly amazed me! This blue is really unreal, the reputation of Sayram Lake's blue is well-deserved! 💙💙💙 No wonder Mr. Sa Beining said that if you haven't been to Sayram Lake, your life is wasted! 😂 The blue sky, white clouds, snow-capped mountains 🏔️, grasslands, flower seas 🌸, and swans 🦢 leisurely swimming on the lake... it's simply a perfect painting! 🖼️ It's so beautiful that I can hardly breathe! 🤭🤭🤭 📍 Sayram Lake Scenic Area, highly recommend self-driving 🚗, you can stop and take photos anytime, super convenient! And the ticket 🎫 is 143 yuan per person, super cost-effective! 🏨 There are no hotels in the scenic area, it is recommended to stay near the entrance of the scenic area, so you can go directly into the scenic area to take photos early the next morning! 📷 Recommended shooting locations: 🌈 Route: Enter from the east gate, circle the lake counterclockwise, and exit from the south gate 1️⃣ Dianjiangtai to watch the sunrise 🌅, it's simply spectacular! 2️⃣ The poppy flower sea near Borhan Mountain, a bright red area, super beautiful! 😍 3️⃣ Swan Lake at Kele Yongzhu, where swans swim gracefully, it's so healing! 🦢 4️⃣ Internet-famous lighthouse, a must for photo-taking! 🗼 5️⃣ The small yellow flower slope near the south gate, covered with yellow flowers, is breathtaking! 🌼 6️⃣ Internet-famous S-curve and the wooden walkway beside it, any shot is a masterpiece! 📸 7️⃣ Pine tree head overlooking the entire Sayram Lake, the beautiful scenery is in full view! 🌲 8️⃣ The exit is the Guozigou Bridge, with continuous beautiful scenery along the way! 🌉 ✅ Tips: ▪️ Pay attention to sun protection, hat 👒, sunglasses 🕶️, and sunscreen clothing 🧥 are all essential! ▪️ The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, remember to bring a light down jacket, and add clothes at any time! 🧥 ▪️ The ticket 🎫 is valid for 24 hours, it is recommended to do a weather strategy in advance, go to take sunset photos the night before, and take daytime beautiful scenery the next day! ▪️ You can bring some instant food, convenient and money-saving! 🥪 In short, Sayram Lake is definitely worth experiencing in person! 🤩🤩🤩 You will definitely fall in love with this place! 💖💖💖

I have thought of countless words to describe Sayram Lake, but I found that none of them are as good as taking you to see it with your own eyes! The encounter between the Atlantic sea breeze and the Tianshan Mountains has opened the gates of heaven on this mountaintop lake 🌊. In the wind, there is the scent of blue sky and white clouds, the smell of cow, sheep, and horse manure, but no 'class smell'. The biggest surprise for me was my incredible luck ☞: It didn't rain in the afternoon, and I even saw a rainbow cloud 🌈! At sunset, I had a close encounter with a family of five swans 🦢 by the lake. I also discovered a 'Bird Island' full of birds, where seagulls, wild ducks, ruddy shelducks, bar-headed geese, and demoiselle cranes gathered together! Each species crowded together. This is probably the most charming aspect of Sayram Lake. 🌟 【TIPS】 ✅ Go early, it takes about an hour to queue up to enter by car; ✅ It's recommended to go counterclockwise, although there are many cars, there are even more going clockwise; ✅ If you go counterclockwise, manage your time well, otherwise, you won't have time to climb Pine Tree Head in the evening; ✅ Besides Pine Tree Head, the Guozigou Waterfall outside the scenic area is also a good place to see the Guozigou Bridge; ✅ Drones can fly up to 1000 meters within the scenic area, which is quite thrilling~ ✅ Plan to go again in winter to see if I can take some swan photos 🦢. 🌟 PS: Keep a distance when photographing birds, use a telephoto lens if possible, and try not to disturb them!

Sailimu Lake is located in Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang. It is the largest alpine lake in Xinjiang and is known as "the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean." The lake water is crystal clear and surrounded by snow-capped mountains, the scenery is breathtaking! 😍😍😍 Here, you can enjoy the blue sky and white clouds, snow-capped mountains and grasslands, clear water and blue sky, as if you are in a fairyland on earth. Whether taking photos or sightseeing, you can feel the wonders and beauty of nature. 🎨🎨🎨 If you like photography, then Sailimu Lake is definitely a photography destination you cannot miss. The sunrise and sunset by the lake, the swans in the lake, the snow-capped mountains in the distance, each one is a perfect shooting angle. 📸📸📸 In addition, there are rich tourism resources around Sayram Lake, such as the Ruozigou Bridge, Yili River Valley, Nalati Grassland, etc. You can arrange a perfect trip according to your interests and time. 🌄🌄🌄 In short, Sailimu Lake is a place worth visiting. Whether you like natural scenery or photography, you can find your own beauty here. Come to Sailimu Lake and feel the charm of nature! 🌈🌈🌈

Sayram Lake, known as 'the last tear of the Atlantic', is recommended for a self-driving tour around the lake. To be honest, whether Sayram Lake is beautiful or not depends on the weather and luck. On my second visit to Sayram Lake, I was quite lucky as it was sunny all the way. The first time I went it was overcast, which made it less impressive. Ticket prices: 145 RMB per person for a one-day tour, 190 RMB per person for a two-day tour. For self-driving, the ticket is 142 RMB per person (including one person's ticket), and other passengers in the car need to purchase their tickets separately. Tour route (clockwise): East Gate → Moon Bay → Santai Grassland → Waterfront Beach → Film and TV City → Pointing Platform → West Sea Grassland → Kele Yongzhu → Internet-famous S Bend → Pine Tree Head → South Gate. Must-visit spots: • Moon Bay: The first parking spot after entering from the East Gate, where you can walk along the boardwalk to the lakeside and admire the 3600-meter main peak on the east coast of the lake. This place has many visitors, so it is recommended to use a drone to capture more beautiful scenes. • Waterfront Beach: There are many stones on the shore, and there is a higher chance of seeing swans. There are also large fields of flowers nearby, which make for great photo opportunities. However, during peak season, swans may congregate in the bays from Pine Tree Head to Swan Water Fun. • West Sea Grassland: The sunrise and sunset here are very beautiful, and various flowers bloom in June and July, making it the place with the most flowers around the lake. There are also boardwalks that lead to the forest, where you can experience the freshness and tranquility of nature. • Golden Flowers and Purple Plants: The famous lighthouse photo is taken here. On a sunny day, it is simply stunning. • Kele Yongzhu: One of the photo spots with a concave shape of Sayram Lake, taken from the center of the Silver Moon Dam. I didn't have time to visit due to a tight schedule. • Internet-famous S Bend: This is a great place to shoot road movies, with snow-capped mountains and flower fields as the backdrop. It is vast and beautiful, but a telephoto lens is needed to capture the S bend effect. Due to the crowd, it's hard to get a good shooting position. • Pine Tree Head: Remember to climb the mountain to overlook the entire panorama of Sayram Lake, and you might also see the Guozigou Bridge. Be sure to take sun protection measures. Dining options: There is food available at almost every scenic spot, depending on your own arrangement. We dined at the restaurant at the Pointing Platform and had Arctic salmon, but the prices were relatively high. You can also bring your own dry food and have a picnic on the grassland among the flowers. Accommodation options: • Inside the scenic area: There are options such as RVs and starry sky rooms, which are more expensive but offer beautiful scenery and the opportunity to watch the stars. For example, accommodations near Waterfront Beach, Pointing Platform, or West Sea Grassland. Staying inside the scenic area allows for more time to enjoy the beauty of Sayram Lake, especially the sunrise and sunset. However, the prices are definitely higher, and you need to book in advance. • Outside the scenic area: Near the East Gate: There are also many accommodation options. We found a Central Asia Fullna Hotel, which was quite good in all aspects and can be recommended for a stay.

🌵 Xinjiang in July is really too beautiful 🌵 Many people ask for travel tips for this trip to Xinjiang, but I think there's not much to write about. However, I can still offer some advice to avoid any pitfalls ❤️ Xinjiang is really huge, and our trip was mainly in Northern Xinjiang. Northern Xinjiang is so large that we spent a particularly long time in the car 🚗 every day, almost five hours of travel each day, so if you're traveling to Xinjiang, whether with a tour group, self-driving, or hiring a car, it's best to wear comfortable clothes for sitting! Don't wear clothes that are too tight, it will be very uncomfortable ❤️ Xinjiang is like this, the terrain is 'three mountains surrounding two basins', with Northern Xinjiang being north of the Tianshan Mountains, and Southern Xinjiang being south of the Tianshan Mountains. Southern Xinjiang is mainly Uighur, while Northern Xinjiang is mainly Han, Kazakh, Mongolian, and other ethnicities. This time in Northern Xinjiang, there were many ethnic groups, and the food was mainly beef and mutton, basically just beef and mutton, with chicken occasionally. The customs of different ethnicities are different ❤️ Xinjiang really has scenery everywhere, and wearing clothes with high color saturation for photos in any place will make you stand out more, basically, every scenic spot offers 'travel photography' services! The local travel photography services include a full package of clothing, makeup, styling, and photography ❤️ The places we visited this time include Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Nalati, Colorful Beach, and Tianshan Tianchi. I highly recommend spending more time at Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, and Nalati, it's so enjoyable! Other scenic spots are more or less the same~ But these places are very photogenic, and the photos are all beautiful ❤️ The sun in Xinjiang is very strong, so be sure to do a good job with sun protection before going out, including physical sun protection and sunscreen, otherwise, it's easy to get sunburned, and even if you don't get burned, you will get very tanned. ❤️ Sayram Lake is worth taking your time to enjoy, the lake is very large, with a 90-kilometer circumference around the lake. The days at Sayram Lake are really enjoyable, the scenery has a sense of depth, and the lakeside is suitable for camping, sitting down to quietly enjoy all the beautiful scenery in front of you~ My Top 5 Scenic Spots 🌿 Sayram Lake Known as the last tear of the Atlantic, the blue of Sayram Lake is definitely not to be missed, the summer Sayram Lake is like a palette overturned by God 🌿 Qiongkushitai Like stepping into a fairy tale forest, Heidi and her grandfather's style cabin is also here, and you can swing in front of the snow-capped mountains and sea of clouds 🌿 Chaxi Forest Park Spruce trees form a forest, streams flow through the mountain gorges, and horses gallop on the grassland, it's the scene of my dreams 🌿 Nalati Grassland Grasslands, snow mountains, forests, streams, herds of cattle and sheep, every time the wind blows the grass waves and the clouds roll, it refreshes my imagination of a fairy tale world... 🌿 Kanas Revered as the garden of the gods, also known as the Eastern Little Switzerland, the beauty of the lake and mountains is breathtaking, definitely making you linger and forget to return