Xinjiang is China’s largest province and is located northwest China. Visit Xinjiang province to discover about the unique traditions of so many different minorities and to explore historical Silk Road sites. The exchange of material and spiritual civilisation between the East and West was greatly assisted by the Silk Road. With their frontier passes, ancient cities and castles, buddhist caves and temples, courier stations, ancient tombs, war-signalling stations, tectonic plates, and more, the long stretches of the Silk Road traversing Xinjiang province are a treasure trove of artefacts known to the entire world. Like pearl strings that sparkle brilliantly and colourfully along the ancient Road. Read more from another one of our China travel guides below.
Xinjiang Travel Attractions:
North Xinjiang is where most of Xinjiang province’s beautiful stunning landscapes may be found, Xinjiang province has a large number of locations to explore and tour due to its huge area and natural beauty. I hope that you’ll discover the joy and wonder of life with the Xinjiang Travel guide as below.
- Heavenly Lake
In Chinese, Tianchi Lake translates literally to “Heavenly Lake.” It is located in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in Northwest China, around 100 kilometres east of Urumqi City. This scenic region, which is well-known for its breathtaking views, has been classified by the China National Tourism Administration as a highest level scenic area. There are plenty of spectacles and experiences to unfold in this ‘heavenly’ mountain range.
- Ili
There is an old saying that we don’t know the size of China until we reach Xinjiang province, and we don’t see the beauty of Xinjiang until we arrive at Ili. You will definitely be impressed by Ili’s four unique seasons in the landscape. The vast Tianshan Mountain is home to the Narati Grassland, Kalajun Prairie, Huocheng Lavendor farm, and Xiata Valley.
- Sayram Lake (Sailimu Lake)
The biggest and highest alpine lake in Xinjiang province is the Sayram Lake (Sailimu Lake). Every year from May to October, some of the most breathtaking vistas on earth may be seen here, including transparent water with shifting colours, snow-capped mountains, various species of wild flowers, and breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. A remarkable eyes-feasting and mind-relaxing experience is visiting Sailimu Lake. It is also amazing to spend the night in an RV next to a lake and ride a bike around it.
- Gobi Desert
In Xinjiang travel, the Gobi desert are the most amazing pictures along the road. Driving cross-country vehicles into the desert allows you to enjoy the seductive beauty in the ridges.
The Mongolian word “gobi,” which means big and dry, is the source of the name of the Gobi Desert. The Gobi Desert gets an average of two (in the west) to eight (in the northeast) inches of rain each year, so that’s an apt description.
Because of the lack of precipitation, the area is a desert. Due to its location in the Himalayas’ rain shadow, it has an arid environment. Most clouds carrying moisture are prevented from reaching the Gobi Desert by this enormous mountain range.
The Gobi Desert has comparatively few sand dunes compared to other deserts, which are often covered in solid, rocky terrain. The Gobi Desert, however, is not particularly appealing due to the lack of sand.
- Karakul Lake and White sand lake along the Karakoram Highway
It is on the lap of two giants, Muztagh Ata” the father of ice mountains”, Kongur reputed with more avalanches. Tourists can stop and stay in yurts and restaurants around the lake. On a clear day, Muztagh Ata is visible, and snow-capped mountains, herds of animals, and grassland are all clearly reflected in the river. Additionally, you can go see the native Kizil tribe and take part in their nomadic lifestyle.
FAQ
Is it safe Xinjiang Travel?
If you visit, you may get the impression that the entire Autonomous Region is a police state with regular police checks. In recent decades, Xinjiang had more than its fair share of chaos, including riots and terrorist assaults on police stations and civilian targets.
However, we think it is quite safe to travel there, provided the standard tourist precautions are in place, given our knowledge of local life, Uyghur people, and the Chinese authorities. You shouldn’t stroll around crowded market areas flashing cash or cell phones around, just like in any new place. Like all Muslim regions, you should also make an effort to maintain a conservative attitude.
Do I need a special visa or permit for Xinjiang Travel?
Simple answer, no. Unlike Tibet, where entrance by foreigners requires a permit, the Xinjiang Autonomous Region does not require this. We can come here and go there as we like.
Apparently, there are no issues in major cities like Urumqi, but as you enter the border towns and locations south of the Taklamakan Desert, you might find that the police are more interested in your movements or even advise you to leave. Oasis town-hopping during the day shouldn’t be a problem, but many of the villages can’t officially accommodate foreigners overnight because the hotels don’t have the official authority to do so.
In conclusion, you don’t have much of a choice if a police officer tells you that you must leave or that you are not permitted entry to a place, but knowing a little Chinese always helps.
When is the best time for Xinjiang Travel?
If it is separated by region, the best time for southern Xinjiang travel is from August to October. The beautiful scenery and invigorating autumnal weather are right now.
Trekking in Northern Xinjiang is beautiful at all times of year. North Xinjiang travel is best visited between May and September. At this moment, the beautiful natural scenery, which includes forests, lakes, and plains, looks like a vibrant oil painting. It’s also the time of year when melons and fruits are aromatic. When you become dependent on the fragrant scent, you cannot break free.
Conclusion
Xinjiang neighbours Gansu province and Qinghai Province in the southeast and Tibet in the South, and bordering eight countries in all of the other directions, that is Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikstan in the northwest and Afgahnistan, Pakistan and India in the southwest, Mongolia in the northwest.
Therefore, it is crucial to travel through Xinjiang with natives who are familiar with both their home country and its neighbours. Our goal is to give our clients worthwhile vacations. The population of Xinjiang is only 20 million, or nearly the same as Shanghai or Beijing, but with so much more space and breathtaking beauty.
