Urumqi | Everyone heads to the bustling crowds, but I yearn for the mountains and forests

It's not in North Xinjiang, not in Yili Just an hour's drive from Urumqi, there's such a forested hideaway Few people, good air, quiet, an off-the-beaten-path spot with pristine ecology Entering the scenic area is like being in a tranquil wilderness Towering pines reaching into the clouds, cattle and sheep foraging, babbling brooks weaving through the woods Tree branches strewn across the riverbed, distant snow-capped mountains shrouded in mist, and an old man galloping on horseback - the key point is that there are really few people, so quiet! The day we left Urumqi, the sky was clear Halfway through, it started to pour, but luckily, the weather cleared up as we arrived at the scenic area The post-rain mountains and forests were filled with the fresh scent of green grass Dewdrops hung on the branches The entire forest was lush and vibrantly green - 📍Navigation: Dongbaiyanggou, over 50 kilometers from the city center 🎫Ticket: 20, shuttle bus: 20 🔅The shuttle bus travels about 2 kilometers back and forth, if you're not in a hurry, you can take your time walking in 🅿️Parking: Free 🕐Playtime: Starting from 2 hours - 🏞️Scenic area tips: We took the shuttle bus in, and after getting off, we walked along the forest into the interior, where you'll see grasslands and herds of cattle and sheep, then continue along the river for over half an hour to see a 30M waterfall before heading back. The whole way is filled with pristine landscapes, without man-made plank roads, and some parts are quite difficult to navigate, requiring climbing with hands and feet - Horse riding tips: I remember it's about 100 yuan/hour (you can bargain) But horse riding only takes you to a small waterfall halfway, if you want to see the big waterfall, it's recommended to hike directly - 👗Weather and clothing: In summer, pay attention to sun protection, the mountain weather is changeable, it's best to bring a raincoat and a jacket In summer, you can also bring sandals to directly experience the joy of wading in water