Things to do in Altay City

2026 Global 50 - Ski Resorts

Jiangjunshan International Ski Resort

Jiangjunshan International Ski Resort is located on the northern slope of Jiangjun Mountain in the urban area of Altay City, Xinjiang, and is easily accessible from the city center. Altay lies on the "golden snow belt" at 47 degrees north latitude and is known for its dry, soft powder snow, with a long natural snow season and snow quality that stands out among ski resorts in China. The resort features ski slopes of multiple levels from beginner to advanced, among which Foguang Avenue is renowned for its highly challenging terrain, Sunset Avenue has become a popular route thanks to its open mountain views along the way, and there are also several terrain parks suitable for snowboard enthusiasts. The ski resort is equipped with cable cars and ski equipment rental services, ensuring that skiers can enjoy a convenient and comfortable skiing experience. In addition to skiing, visitors can also participate in other winter activities, such as snowmobiles, sleds, and ice and snow entertainment projects. Jiangjunshan International Ski Resort is not only a paradise for ski enthusiasts but also a winter tourism destination that integrates sports, leisure, and cultural experiences. The sunset at Jiangjun Mountain is a must-visit at domestic ski resorts. After sundown, both the afterglow and the night views at Jiangjun Mountain are absolutely stunning—you can experience a La La Land of half orange sea and half gradient pink!

No. 7 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Altay Prefecture

Ulungu Lake National Wetland Park

Ulungur Lake is the tail lake of Ulungur River, which can be divided into two parts: Dahaizi (Buluntohai) and Xiaohaizi (Jili Lake). Dahaizi is about 48.1 kilometers long, 25.3 kilometers wide, and covers an area of ​​736 square kilometers. It is a saltwater lake; Xiaohaizi covers an area of ​​160 square kilometers, is about 16.8 kilometers long, and 6.3 kilometers wide. It is a freshwater lake. The southeastern shore of Dahaizi is a beach made of fine and soft white quartz sand, without silt, with a gentle slope at the bottom of the lake and clear water. The lake shore is mostly surrounded by fixed and semi-fixed sand dunes; the western shore is covered with reeds and swamps, and the lakeside is a lake plain; the northern shore has a silver beach about 10 kilometers long, suitable for water entertainment activities such as swimming, Surfing, skateboarding, and boating. There are well-equipped seaside bathing beaches and recreational facilities by the lake. Dahaizi has charming scenery, and sunset glow, fishermen's songs, lake light and sky, cloud shadows, and sunset birds are common beautiful sights. Xiaohaizi is located in the south of Dahaizi. The scenery you see when you go boating on the lake is comparable to the "800-li Dongting Lake": calamus and reeds grow densely on the east coast and both sides of the estuary; the bird island in the lake is a "bird paradise" with seagulls spreading their wings, white swans and spotted cranes, and flocks of wild ducks in summer and autumn. Bird nests and eggs are everywhere on the island. Wherever people go, birds fly away in surprise, and the lake is full of vitality. Ulungur Lake is also rich in more than 10 kinds of fish, including carp, crucian carp, pine perch, red perch, and white pike. After sightseeing, you can enjoy a whole fish feast with excellent color, fragrance, and taste. Among them, fish stewed with asafoetida mushrooms is a famous product of Altay, which is extremely delicious.

No. 16 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Xinjiang

Hualin Park

Hualin Park, also known as "Dutong Island", is said to be named after a Dutong who escaped the summer here. There are dense birches and poplars in the park, bushes under the trees, wild flowers everywhere, green grass and gurgling water. The trunk of the birch tree is upright and the branches are soft. In midsummer, it flutters like a green Rakshasa, and it is green and pleasant; in golden autumn, it swaying like broken gold, glamorous and seductive; in the middle of winter, it is like an ice and snow guardian, strong and moving. There are more than ten kinds of shrubs such as wild rose, golden pheasant, spiraea, black currant and wild thorn rose in the forest, and wild mint, clover, clover, alfalfa, artemisia and other herbs grow under the forest and in the open space. There are calamus, moss and so on in the low dust and wet places. There are also terrazzo gatehouses, two unique octagonal glass pavilions and a mushroom pavilion in the park. The garden is shaded by greenery, birds chirping and flowers are fragrant, and the environment is elegant and quiet. Tips: There is also a dense birch forest 7 kilometers south of the urban area, which is another place to watch the birch forest in Altay City. There are birch forests everywhere, stalwart and colorful, clear streams in the forest, fragrant grass and natural wildness.

Altay Museum

The Altay Regional Museum is a museum that displays cultural relics unearthed and collected in the Altay region and some folk customs and cultural relics. It is located on Jiefang Road, Altay. It was established in 1994 and exhibits more than 400 cultural relics. The main exhibits are stone figures, deer stones, and rock paintings that highlight the characteristics of the Altay region. The Altay Regional Museum has a hexagonal exhibition hall with an area of ​​1,080 square meters. It exhibits 298 collections of cultural relics. The basic exhibition includes two parts: "Altay Ancient National Cultural Relics Exhibition" and "Altai Mountain Rock Painting Exhibition".

No. 8 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Altay Prefecture

Jiangjunshan Forest Park

Jiangjunshan Forest Park is in Altay City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 2008, Altay City has carried out large-scale afforestation activities. TheJiangjun Mountaingreening project began in 1991, covering an area of 5,100 mu, with 500,000 trees planted.Jiangjun Mountainhas also added boardwalks, artificial lakes, and viewing pavilions, and has been developed into Jiangjunshan Forest Park.

Altay Ice Floating Club

After putting on the dry thermal suit, your entire body is covered, with only your face and hands exposed to the cool air and ocean spray. The fusion of ice and fire is utterly mesmerizing. Lying on the ice as it floats, the whole world seems to fall silent. All you can hear is the creaking of shifting ice and your own breath. Every worry appears frozen in place, then instantly drifts away. It's incredibly therapeutic!

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General Mountain International Paragliding Camp

General Mountain International Paragliding Camp is a popular destination for paragliding enthusiasts. With exceptional natural conditions suitable for year-round flights, especially during spring and fall when the weather is clear and air currents are stable, it's perfect for paragliding. The campsite is located on the picturesque General Mountain at a high altitude, offering expansive views that overlook the entire Dianchi Lake and the beautiful scenery of Kunming city.

Altai Mountain Hot Spring National Forest Park

In the Altai Mountain Hot Spring National Forest Park, there are large-scale and spectacular strange stone ditch, colorful butterfly ditch meeting, unique Taiga forest area, magical and charming Golden Valley, frontier ports on the ancient Silk Road and unique animals and plants, etc. Wait, the mysterious hot springs are more popular places for people to travel, recuperate and vacation, and there are not many people.

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