Things to do in Burqin

🌈Northern Xinjiang Grand Loop, Stop 4: Kanas 🌈Beauty: Photos simply aren't enough to capture the breathtaking scenery. It's arguably the most beautiful scenic area in Northern Xinjiang, and perhaps the most representative natural landscape of the entire region. I'm not sure if it's the only one, but I think it is. 🌈Fish Viewing Platform: A must-see. There's a long queue at the visitor center for the shuttle bus; this is the most popular spot. There are 1068 steps to reach the platform, offering a panoramic view of Kanas. The turquoise lake stretches out before you, dotted with azure sky and golden primeval forests—truly stunning. 🌈Kanas Three Bays: The day before, I took a shuttle bus from Jiadengyu to the new village to check in. My mistake was bringing my suitcase. Fortunately, I could transfer my luggage at the visitor center the next day; otherwise, hiking through the Three Bays would have been quite arduous. Retrieving my luggage from the exit of the scenic area to Jiadengyu was also convenient—the design was very reasonable. Also, when hiking through the Three Bays, pay attention to the order. Hiking from the visitor center towards Jiadengyu is easier and involves less climbing. The entire hike was very comfortable, with beautiful scenery along the way. The most iconic attraction, in my opinion, is Moon Bay. It's a popular spot for photos and social media check-ins; it's the view featured on the cover of our Chinese textbooks and is also very popular on Douyin (TikTok). One thing to note: the restrooms near the shuttle bus stop on the third bay back to Jiadengyu are extremely small. Men have to queue, and the queues for women are even longer. It's best to find a place to relieve yourself beforehand, otherwise it can be quite uncomfortable. 🌈Summary: Kanas is absolutely stunning! We all agree that this is the most beautiful spot. There's a unique shade of green called "Kanas Green"—highly recommended!

The village nestled at the foot of the snow-capped mountains, though somewhat commercialized, now boasts hiking trails that take about four hours round trip, offering an immersive experience of Hemu's beauty! With the snow-capped mountains so close, the off-season makes for fewer crowds and stunning scenery! I highly recommend the viewing platform and hiking trails; you absolutely must experience both.

The scenic area is small, not far from Burqin County. It features typical cliff-style Yardang landforms, with rock layers displaying vibrant colors of red, yellow, purple, and green due to varying mineral composition. On the opposite bank are a river valley oasis and poplar forests. At sunset in October, the combination of the sunset and the golden poplar forests on the opposite bank creates an exceptionally high saturation of colors.

The waters of Kanas Lake change colors with the light and shadow, surrounded by pristine taiga forests, possessing both beauty and mystery. The Fish Viewing Platform offers the best panoramic view. The scenic area is quite extensive, and shuttle buses often have long wait times during peak season.

The birch forest in Hemu Village is a forest on a slope. In summer, the birch trees are lush and green. Although they are not as colorful as in autumn, they are also full of vitality. The birch forest can be reached by bus. If you want to walk into the forest, you still need to climb the slope. I hope to have the opportunity to come back in autumn to appreciate it.

The Ahe Highway (G681) is a scenic self-driving road in Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang, stretching approximately 209.45 kilometers. It starts in Altay City in the north and ends at Hemu Village in the Kanas Scenic Area in the south, traversing the Altay Mountains. This highway is hailed as "the most beautiful self-driving highway in Northern Xinjiang," connecting scenic spots such as Xiaodonggou, Wuxilik Wetland, Yeka Gorge, Tongba Primitive Forest, and Tuolehait. It integrates canyons, forests, grasslands, wetlands, and snow-capped mountains, presenting a breathtaking panorama of "four seasons in a day, ten miles of different scenery," making it a quintessential route showcasing the pristine natural beauty of Northern Xinjiang.

Jiadengyu in Altay is a necessary stop on the way to Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba, attracting many tourists who only stay briefly before leaving. However, they often overlook the unique charm and allure of Jiadengyu itself. - ✅【The Past of Jiadengyu】 The name Jiadengyu comes from a legendary mysterious hunter named Jiadeng. He was a highly skilled hunter with a kind heart, often helping impoverished herders. In a battle with a pack of wolves, he was tragically killed by one of his own tamed male wolves. To express their gratitude and remembrance, people named the mountain valley where he lived "Jiadengyu" 🏔 - ✅【The Present Life of Jiadengyu】 Jiadengyu is the gateway to Kanas ⛩️, a transportation hub to the Kanas Lake scenic area 🚌, and also the main base for tourism reception and management in Kanas 👭. It's a green forest town integrating dining, accommodation, and RV camping facilities. - ✅【Jiadengyu Scenic Spot】 Jiadengyu is also a very important national forest park. Although it's not as stunningly beautiful as Kanas, it fully showcases the classic scenery of northern Xinjiang! In Jiadengyu, you can see lush forests, vast grasslands, rolling mountains, and blue skies, white clouds, forests, and grasslands intertwined. Yurts and Mongolian yurts are scattered throughout, creating a breathtaking picture.

China. People's Government of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Altay City. Burqin County The Moon Bay Scenic Area of ​​Kanas Scenic Area is located in the Moon Bay of Kanas Scenic Area in Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region!

Hemu Viewing Platform, also known as Haden Viewing Platform or Genghis Khan's Command Post, is located in Hemu Village, Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang. It is the highest point in the village, offering panoramic views. It's an excellent spot for watching the sunrise and morning mist, and also great for astrophotography. From Hemu Bridge, it takes about 20-40 minutes to walk to the top along the boardwalk, or you can choose to ride a horse or a horse-drawn sleigh. Legend has it that Genghis Khan once reviewed his 100,000-strong army here, adding to the historical and cultural significance of the viewing platform.

The small island in the middle resembles a dinosaur 🦖, hence the name Wolong Bay (Sleeping Dragon Bay). In autumn, the scenery of Kanas is breathtaking, with ceilings seemingly endless. It's recommended to hike down to the riverbank for an even better view. Especially towards the moon-shaped path, the scenery is stunning all the way.