Kanas Lake Scenic Area

Accompany you to see the grasslands - this must be the romance of summer. North of the Tianshan Mountains lies the highland grasslands of Northern Xinjiang, where the blue of Kanas Lake and the sunrise at Hemu Village are intoxicating. The flowers of Northern Xinjiang bloom splendidly in summer, with snow-capped mountains and grasslands, forest pastures, glacial lakes, canyons and rivers, Gobi deserts, and the hoofbeats of cattle, sheep, and horses. All your imaginations of Xinjiang are brought to the extreme in Northern Xinjiang. For those who want to visit Xinjiang, now is the time to plan! After all, during the peak season, the prices for flights and hotels will soar. D1 Urumqi D2 Urumqi--Tianchi--Fuyun Stay: Fuyun D3 Fuyun--Koktokay--Buerjin Stay: Buerjin. D4 Buerjin--Kanas--Jiadengyu Stay: Jiadengyu D5 Jiadengyu---Hemu--Colorful Beach--Buerjin Stay: Buerjin D6 Buerjin--Devil City--Kuitun Stay: Kuitun D7 Kuitun--Sayram Lake-Lavender--Yining Stay: Yining D8 Yining--Nalati--Bayanbulak Stay: Bayanbulak D9 Bayanbulak--Hejing Stay: Hejing D10 Hejing--Turpan-Grape Valley-Karez Wells Stay: Turpan D11 Turpan--Flaming Mountains--Shanshan Desert--Urumqi Stay: Urumqi D12 Urumqi - Airport drop-off

After going to Kanas, I only had a preliminary exploration of Altay on this trip to Northern Xinjiang, thinking about coming back to ski later, and planning to leave more time for the grasslands of Yili. Before setting off, I also worried whether it would be 'too green' like Yili? But my worries were unnecessary. This is the place where I had the best experience during my trip to Northern Xinjiang, and Kanas is worth visiting in all four seasons~ 🎈Itinerary: 🚄Take the night train from Urumqi, arrive at Beitun at 6:30 the next morning. Arrange a driver in advance to pick us up, and reach Kanas at 11 o'clock (200 per person). We went straight to Baihaba to rest~ 🏡Stay in Baihaba (the first village in the northwest) on the first day 🏨Stay in Jiadengyu on the second day ⭕️Originally planned to stay in Kanas New Village on the first and second days, but due to a friend coming from another place, there were too many uncertainties, and I didn't dare to book a room many days in advance, so when she arrived in Urumqi to book a room, the price of accommodations in Kanas skyrocketed to an unbearable level for us, so we stayed in Baihaba and Jiadengyu respectively. ⭕️First, let me explain the relationship between Jiadengyu, Kanas, and Baihaba. Jiadengyu, Baihaba, and Hemu all belong to the Kanas scenic area. ⭕️Tourists basically first go to Jiadengyu to buy tickets to enter the Kanas scenic area, so staying in Jiadengyu is like staying outside the scenic area (naturally, the price is lower), and both Kanas New Village and Baihaba are accommodations within the scenic area. ⭕️I personally highly recommend staying inside the scenic area, so the itinerary is not too rushed. Although Kanas has a two-entry ticket, staying in the village is convenient for idling around and wandering leisurely, which is really nice! The weather in Kanas is changeable, sunny at times and rainy at others, and the weather changes at least three times a day. Staying for a few more days always brings good weather! 🌤⛈🌦☀️In Kanas, where a plate of shredded potatoes sells for 40, the homestay owner treated us very well. The leftovers from the day before were heated up the next morning as a side dish for porridge, and they also gave us eggs, cold shredded potatoes, and pancakes. Before we left, they gave us some more pancakes, saying, 'It's easy to get hungry when you're out playing, so pack more dry food.' ⭕️The main attractions in Kanas are: 1. Guanyu Pavilion (must-visit) 2. Hiking through the Three Bays (must-visit) 3. Kanas New Village 4. Baihaba Village, etc. 🏡Stay in Hemu on the third day (There are two shuttle buses from Kanas to Hemu every day, 40 per person, or you can find a driver to take you there for 100 per person) ⭕️As said online, the scenery in Hemu is indeed similar to Kanas, and not as good as Kanas, so why is Hemu worth visiting? You can try to find the differences. I personally like the more colorful aspect here. ⭕️No matter what the destination is, as long as it's a place you've never been to, it's always worth taking a trip. There will always be different surprises. I remember that day in Hemu, it was drizzling at 5:30 in the morning, but gradually the sun came out, and I saw the sunrise. At 1 pm just as I went out for lunch, it started raining again, and snow began to fall on the distant mountains. I was worried that it would affect my trip, but after the time it took to eat, the clouds dispersed, and the sun came out again. 🚗On the fourth day in the afternoon, go from Hemu to Beitun (150 per person) and take the train to Kuitun to start the trip to Yili.

Already looking forward to the summer in Xinjiang. Xinjiang is not just a travel destination, it is a spiritual cleansing, a visual feast. Here, you will find your own peace and tranquility. So, while we are young, let's go to Xinjiang together and embrace the unique summer there! D1: Urumqi - Pick up from airport D2: Urumqi to Tianshan Tianchi to Burqin (490 km, about 5.5 hours driving) D3: Burqin to Kanas to Baihaba (160 km, about 2.5 hours driving) D4: Baihaba to Hemu (90 km, about 1.5 hours driving) D5: Hemu to Colorful Beach to Burqin (160 km, about 2.5 hours driving) D6: Burqin to Devil's City to Kuitun (460 km, about 5.5 hours driving) D7: Kuitun to Sayram Lake to Yining (460 km, about 5.5 hours driving) D8: Yining to Yizhao Highway to Xiate (160 km, about 2.5 hours driving) D9: Xiate to Kalajun Grassland to Yuhu to Tekes (120 km, about 2.5 hours driving) D10: Tekes to Kuerdening to Qiaxi Ancient Path to Nalati (320 km, about 3.5 hours driving) D11: Nalati to Bayanbulak Southern Section of Duku Highway to Kuqa (310 km, about 5.5 hours driving) D12: Kuqa - Loulan Village - Heshuo (330 km, about 3.5 hours driving) D13: Heshuo to Kumtag Desert to Shanshan (260 km, about 3.5 hours driving) D14: Shanshan to Turpan to Urumqi (260 km, about 3.5 hours driving) D15: Urumqi - Drop off at airport ✅ Pure play small group, free and convenient travel, everyone is well taken care of ✅ Selected hotels + local drivers + brand new vehicles, butler-style service. ✅ Reasonably planned routes, ample time for sightseeing, in-depth experience of the scenery in Northern Xinjiang. ✅ New vehicles within 5 years, business/SUV/various models available

Why do so many people travel thousands of miles to Xinjiang? Because they are drawn to the Sayram Lake, embedded in the earth like a sapphire, the unique landforms of the Devil's City, God's own reserved land Hemu which seems like a foreign planet, the poetic and picturesque Nalati Grassland intoxicating visitors, the Duku Highway a paradise for self-driving with endlessly beautiful scenery, and the colorful Beach which is as diverse as a painter's palette. Day 1: Departure point - Stay in Urumqi Day 2: Urumqi - Heavenly Lake - Burqin Stay: Burqin County Day 3: Burqin - Kanas Stay: Back to Kanas Scenic Area Day 4: Kanas - Hemu Stay: Hemu Scenic Area Day 5: Hemu - Back to Colorful Beach - Devil's City - Wuerhe Stay: Wuerhe Day 6: Wuerhe - Sayram Lake - Yining Stay: Yining City Day 7: Yining - Nalati Stay: Nalati Town Day 8: Nalati - Bayanbulak Stay: Bayanbulak Town Day 9: Bayanbulak - Back to Duku Highway - Urumqi Day 10: Urumqi - Departure point

After watching 'My Altay', even through the screen, you can feel the breeze of freedom, the sound of babbling streams, and the sunset viewed from Baihaba Village. At this moment, I can't resist the urge to set out Must-visit Attractions Koktokay Scenic Area Located in Fuyun County, Altay region, northern Xinjiang, this is a natural treasure that combines canyon rivers🏞️, forested mountains, mineral resources, polar lakes, and unique seismic fault zones. Kanas Scenic Area (Ticket + Shuttle Bus: 230/person) is known as a 'pure land on earth'. The Kanas Lake is vast with clear blue waves, surrounded by mountains⛰️, and when the sunlight shines upon it, the lake sparkles brilliantly. Multicolored Beach The rocks here vary in color, presenting a spectacular and colorful sight under the sunlight. Hemugou Village (Ticket + Shuttle Bus: 102/person) Located by the Kanas Lake, it is a well-preserved Tuwa village. The houses are built of logs, filled with a primitive charm. Standing on the small hill at the entrance of the village, you can overlook the entire village and the distant Kanas Lake, which is incredibly beautiful. Baihaba Village (Ticket + Shuttle Bus: 75/person) Known as the most northwestern village in China, it is located on the border with Kazakhstan. Bai Sha Lake A lake surrounded by sand dunes, located within Habahe County. The lake water is as green as jade, and the sand dunes are golden, reflecting each other and forming a unique landscape. About Transportation Altay has an airport and a train station🚉, with few flights and train services, so it's necessary to plan your trip in advance. In the city, you can choose buses🚌, taxis🚕, or self-driving as your means of transportation. About Food Altay's cuisine mainly includes lamb, flour-based food, and dairy products, as well as various wild vegetables and herbs. Local specialties include roasted whole lamb, hand-pulled rice, and milk tea, etc. About Accommodation There are many hotels and hostels in Altay city to choose from. For those who want to be closer to nature, camping🏕️ or staying in a farmhouse near the scenic area is an option. Precautions Large temperature difference: The temperature varies greatly between day and night, so it's recommended to bring warm clothing, such as jackets, sweaters, etc. Sun protection is essential: Altay has strong ultraviolet rays, so to protect your skin, it's advised to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, and other sun protection items

A trip that started on a whim Departing from Beijing by rented car Four friends embark on the journey together Passing through the G7 Jingxin Expressway First stop at Hami, bought a lot of Hami melons🍈 Encountered many unexpected situations along the way Crosswinds and blizzards, followed by companions from Chongqing Reached Burqin, and since there was no hotel booked, had to rest the car beside the police uncle's car Set off during the day to reach the final destination Kanas It's really beautiful Wusu is really heartbreaking, Kanas·Burqin

'I write everything in the snow · Come on, the letter will melt if it's late' The name Altay, comes with a dream Winter in Xinjiang's Altay is like an anime world, fulfilling all my fantasies about winter This article shares a complete guide to winter in Xinjiang Itinerary: Burqin-Chonghuer-Hemu-Kanas-Baihaba Village-Tiereketi Township-Burqin Recommended duration of play: More than 7 days Chonghuer and Tiereketi Township are relatively niche towns in Xinjiang, with fewer tourists, but you can skip them if you are short on time There are no shuttle buses in Xinjiang's scenic spots in winter, you must drive or charter a car. To fly to Xinjiang from other cities, you must first fly to Urumqi, and then you can fly from Urumqi to Burqin or Altay, or take the Snow Country Train and sleep one night to Altay This route is very photogenic! It's very suitable for people who love photography. The snow season in Xinjiang lasts from mid-November to April Travel Guide Accommodation: Accommodation in scenic spots such as Hemu is more expensive than in the city, but the price range of homestays is from 300 to several thousand, and if you have higher requirements for the environment, you can go to the local area to check it out before booking, which is often cheaper than booking on the platform. Winter is the off-season in Xinjiang, and it generally won't be full~ Play time: The sun rises near 10 o'clock in winter in Xinjiang, and it's usually 11 o'clock in the mountains of Altay before the sun can shine on the village, but the sun sets around 5 o'clock, so there's not much play time, but the good thing is that you can sleep in and get up late Catering: The main dishes are generally large plate chicken, beef and mutton. The prices are standardized in the scenic area, and the portions are large. The four of us ordered small portions of meat and it was enough.. Breakfast is only available after 10 o'clock, if you need to get up earlier, you can prepare it yourself

If you could only go to one place in Northern Xinjiang, it would definitely be Kanas. Among the 100 shades of green in Xinjiang, Kanas is a must! - 🚗Transportation Strategy: - The following describes four ways to get to Kanas from Urumqi. - To enter the Kanas scenic area, you must first get to the entrance at Jiadengyu, then take a shuttle bus to enter the attractions. - ✈️Plane: There are direct flights from Urumqi to Burqin Kanas Airport. The number of daily flights varies with the season, so it's necessary to book your tickets in advance. After arriving at the airport, there are two ways to get to the entrance of Kanas scenic area at Jiadengyu: airport shuttle bus (30 yuan/person) and business car (100 yuan/person), with prices varying by season. The journey from the airport to Jiadengyu takes about 1.5 hours. The scenery along the way is very beautiful, and those taking a business car can negotiate with the driver to make brief stops along the way. - 🚗Self-driving: You can rent a car in Urumqi and navigate to Jiadengyu in the Kanas scenic area. Along the way, you will pass through the red Gobi desert of Changji, hundreds of miles of uninhabited areas, vast windmill forests, and if you're lucky, you might see camel herds and unnamed lakes. You can also visit the Keketuohai scenic area en route. If you're heading straight to Kanas, please reserve at least 11 hours to rest in the town of Burqin, then drive about 3 hours on a mountain road to Jiadengyu. Upon arrival, you need to park your car in the parking lot at the entrance of the scenic area. - 🚄Train: The nearest train station is Beitun. It takes about 11 hours by train from Urumqi to Beitun, with direct trains running from 7 pm to 6 am the next morning, and the price for a hard sleeper is 163 yuan. After arriving in Beitun, take a bus to Jiadengyu. - 🚖Chartered car: You can also find a chartered car driver who will start from Urumqi and take care of all the strategies for tourists, so you don't need to worry too much, which is the most worry-free way. - 🌟Secret Strategy: 1⃣️In addition to the classic Three Bays, be sure to leave enough time for the Fish Viewing Pavilion. You can take a car up there, play on the viewing platform, and there's a small shop next to it, which is also a homestay. There's a cafe upstairs, and ordering a coffee allows you to enjoy the large terrace at the back, where you can see the beautiful lake view unobstructed. You can rest and take photos here. If you have more time when descending the mountain, you can hike down for greater rewards. - Last but not least, don't miss the lakeside hike. Coming out of the Old Village Visitor Center, follow the boardwalk towards the Three Bays. Before reaching the Fairy Bay, you will come across a Duck Lake attraction, where a path leads directly to the lakeside. You can avoid the crowds and enjoy the unique scenery (pictures 2, 3). - 🎫Ticket Information: The ticket price for Kanas scenic area is 160 yuan/person for 2 days in peak season and 80 yuan/person for 2 days in off-season; the ticket price for Baihaba scenic area is 30 yuan/person in peak season and 15 yuan/person in off-season; round-trip shuttle bus is 50 yuan.

✨ In the summer of Xinjiang, the beauty of Kanas is intoxicating. The Three Bays are the essence of the Kanas scenic area, allowing you to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy relaxation and elegance. 🎉 ✅ Fairy Bay: The morning mist and ethereal aura are definitely the highlight of the scenic area. ✅ Bright Bay: A signature bay that is stunning at any time. ✅ Dragon Bay: One of the most magnificent bays, with clear layers and breathtaking views from the plank road. 📸 🚩 Recommended route: DAY 1: Depart from all over the country and gather in Urumqi. DAY 2: Tianshan Tianchi in Urumqi, stay in Urumqi. DAY 3: Urumqi-S21 Desert Highway-Colorful Beach, stay in Burqin. DAY 4: Burqin County-Hemu Village-Birch Forest-Cycling, stay in Hemu. DAY 5: Enjoy the sunrise in Hemu - Guanyu Platform - Kanas Lake, stay in Kanas. DAY 6: Kanas-Three Bays-Urho Ghost City, stay in Urho. DAY 7: Urho-Dushanzi Canyon-Boli Plank Road, disband in Urumqi. 🚩 Two recommended hiking routes: 1⃣ Full Three Bays route: If you have plenty of time or don't want to queue for the shuttle bus at popular spots, you can choose to hike the entire Fairy Bay-Moon Bay-Dragon Bay to fully experience the charm of the Three Bays. 2⃣ Essence of Three Bays route: If you're short on time but still want to hike, you can take the shuttle bus to Fairy Bay, get off at Moon Bay, and then hike the Moon Bay-Dragon Bay section, which is considered the essence of the Three Bays, about 3 kilometers, and enjoy the stunning scenery in a short time. The Three Bays are the representatives of Kanas, and seeing the small to appreciate the big is the ultimate realm of visiting scenic spots. It is recommended to explore the Three Bays completely if possible, to feel its charm and touch the soul of Kanas! 🌅

A two-day and one-night tour of Kanas, a super practical travel guide is here! Kanas in Mongolian represents beauty, richness, and mystery Here you can find rivers, lakes, forests, grasslands, and log cabins🏡 It's like a garden left by the gods on earth!🌲 - 🏞️Main attractions: Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Dragon Bay, Kanas Lake, Kanas River, Fish Viewing Pavilion, Baihaba - 🈯️Kanas travel routes: ✔️Stay in Jiadengyu play method: After arriving at Jiadengyu, go to the homestay to drop off luggage🧳, then take the bus🚌 at the parking lot to the ticket checkpoint, get off at the three bays by the shuttle bus and walk🚶to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. After reaching the transfer center, go to Baihaba/Fish Viewing Pavilion. - The next day, take the earliest shuttle bus to Fairy Bay to see the morning mist🌫️, then go to Kanas Lake (River). - ✔️Stay in Kanas Village play method: Similarly, take the bus from Jiadengyu parking lot to the transfer center, then go to the place where you stay in the village to drop off luggage🎒, and head to Baihaba/Fish Viewing Pavilion. - Tomorrow morning, walk past the transfer center, take the shuttle bus to Fairy Bay to see the morning mist, walk🚶‍♀️to tour the three bays, then go to Kanas Lake💧. - ◻️Almost all attractions within the scenic area need to be accessed through the transfer center ◻️Attraction shuttle bus operating hours: 9:00-20:00 ◻️Buses depart in a loop, about every 5 minutes, or when full - 🚘Shuttle bus routes: 1️⃣Jiadengyu-Kanas Transfer Center 2️⃣Transfer Center-Baihaba (20 yuan) 3️⃣Transfer Center-Kanas Lake 4️⃣Transfer Center-Xincun 5️⃣Transfer Center-Fairy Bay-Moon Bay-Dragon Bay-Jiadengyu - 🎫️Ticket: 230/person (Kanas+Baihaba joint ticket+shuttle bus) 🚗Transportation: Depart from Burqin in the morning to reach Kanas 🏠Accommodation: In Kanas Village, close to various attractions, staying in a nice view log cabin is very comfortable, but the price is slightly higher Staying at Jiadengyu at the entrance of the scenic area is further from the attractions, but the price is cheaper - 🔔Notice: ◻️Going to Baihaba requires a border pass to be processed at the police station next to the transfer center ◻️Kanas has a large temperature difference, so you need to bring light clothes, storm jackets, down jackets, etc. ◻️Wear comfortable sports shoes or boots

Accompany you to see the 🌿 grasslands, ⛄ snow mountains, and 🎉 lakes. This is the romance of Xinjiang's summer, isn't it? North of the Tianshan Mountains lies the alpine grasslands of Northern Xinjiang. The blue of Kanas Lake and the sunrise at Hemu Village are intoxicating. The flowers bloom splendidly in the summer of Northern Xinjiang, with 🌈 snow-capped grasslands, 🐴 forest pastures, 🐟 glacial lakes, canyons and rivers, Gobi deserts, and the hoofbeats of cattle, sheep, and horses. Itinerary: ☘️D1: Pick up from Urumqi Airport ☘️D2: Urumqi - Tianshan Tianchi - Fuyun ☘️D3: Fuyun - Keketuohai - Burqin ☘️D4: Burqin - Kanas - Jiadengyu ☘️D5: Jiadengyu to Hemu ☘️D6: Hemu - Return to Colorful Beach - Burqin ☘️D7: Burqin Devil's City - Hundred-Mile Oilfield - Kuitun ☘️D8: Kuitun - Sayram Lake - ◎Guozigou Bridge - Lavender Yining ☘️D9: Yining - Narat Grassland in Bayanbulak ☘️D10: Bayanbulak - Return via Duku Highway - Urumqi ☘️D11: Departure from Urumqi Airport

Winter Kanas | The fairyland of North Xinjiang you have never seen before 🌟Highlights: In winter, Kanas is like a snowy fairy tale world, those small corners that we often overlook, at this moment, they all become poetic and picturesque. Let's walk into winter Kanas together and explore the infinite charm of this fairyland in North Xinjiang! 👍Most recommended: 1. Kanas Lake: In winter, Kanas Lake is frozen, like a mirror embedded in the silver world, breathtakingly beautiful. Walking on the lake, it's like coming to a snow kingdom. 2. Fish Watching Pavilion: The Fish Watching Pavilion is the best place to enjoy the panoramic view of Kanas Lake. In winter, when you climb up to the Fish Watching Pavilion and overlook the entire Kanas Lake, you will be shocked by its beauty. 3. Fairy Bay: Fairy Bay is a bay of the Kanas River, named for its often misty, fairy-like appearance. In winter, Fairy Bay is so beautiful that people linger and forget to return. 🗓Itinerary: Urumqi → Burqin → Kanas → Hemu → Devil City → Sayram Lake → Urumqi 🛏Room facilities: Accommodation in winter Kanas is mainly local homestays. You can choose to stay in a small wooden house in the Kanas scenic area and experience the original North Xinjiang style. 🍲Recommended dishes: The local food in Kanas is mainly Xinjiang specialty dishes, such as big plate chicken, roasted whole lamb, pilaf, etc., as well as special cold water fish and smoked horse meat, which will definitely make you feast. 📝Tips: The temperature in winter Kanas is low, it is recommended to wear down jackets, thermal pants, snow boots and other cold-proof clothing, and wear sunglasses, hats, gloves and other cold-proof equipment. Winter Kanas has a lot of snow, and the road surface is easy to freeze. Friends who drive by themselves should pay special attention to driving safety; at the same time, the signal in the scenic area is weak, it is recommended to download offline maps in advance for navigation. ❤Recommended reasons: Winter Kanas, a fairyland in North Xinjiang away from the hustle and bustle, is waiting for every nature lover like you to discover and explore. Let's walk into winter Kanas together and feel the tranquility and beauty here!