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1. Introduction to Tianshan Grand Canyon

A natural scenic spot dominated by snow-capped mountains, forests, lakes and grasslands is a place for local residents to visit mountains in summer.

The reddish-brown rocks on both sides of the canyon are carved by wind and rain. The canyon is winding and secluded, and all kinds of mountains go straight into the sky.

You can see all the scenery in Xinjiang, and every place is a good place for photography.

There are many Kazakh herdsmen's yurts in the canyon, which provide special food such as mutton, which can be enjoyed between mountains and rivers, which is very pleasant.

Telephone

991-7629111

Time reference

One day

Transportation

There is a through train to Tianshan Grand Canyon at Nanjiao Bus Station in Urumqi.

Tickets

Tickets: 3 RMB (October 15th-Monday-Sunday, April 3th of the following year)

Half-price tickets: minors aged 6 (excluding 6) -18 (including 18), full-time university students with bachelor degree or below, senior citizens aged 6-64, active servicemen and disabled people (grades 4-1) Older people and disabled people over 65 years old (disability certificate 1-3) hold valid certificates.

Tickets: 6 RMB (Monday-Sunday, May 1-October 14)

Half-price tickets: minors aged 6 (excluding 6) -18 (including 18), full-time students with bachelor's degree or below, elderly people aged 6-64, active servicemen, disabled people (level 4 -1 disability certificate) with valid certificates.

Free tickets: children under 6 years old (including 6 years old) or under 12 meters tall (including 1.2 meters); Older people and disabled people over 65 years old (disability certificate 1-3) hold valid certificates.

tips:

* The above information is for reference only, please refer to the actual disclosure of the scenic spot on that day.

Opening hours

1:-18:3 (all day) (December 1st-Monday-Sunday of February 28th of the following year)

9:-19: (all day); Admission time: 18: (Monday-Sunday, June 1st-August 31st)

Location of scenic spots

Tianshan Grand Canyon Service Center, Banfanggou Township, urumqi county, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

2. Introduction of Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park

There is the largest sweaty horse base in the world, with more than 1 batches so far, and equestrian training is conducted every day. There is also the largest silicified wood group in China, with the longest silicified wood in the world, which is 3 meters longer than the silicified wood declared by the Guinness Book of Records in the United States. A large number of dead Populus euphratica trees with different shapes have been preserved in the dead Populus euphratica forest area, and its indomitable Populus euphratica spirit has been widely passed down. There are thousands of tons of meteorites called "whispers" that broke into the earth. Here, you can also see the landscapes such as grassland stone figures, deer stones and rock paintings, which fully display the historical and cultural elements of Xinjiang.

Tel

991-3819369

Tickets

16 yuan

Opening hours

1:-19:3 (all day); Closing time: 19: 3 (from December 1st to Monday-Sunday of February 28th of the following year)

9:3-2: (all day); Closing time: 2: (Monday-Sunday, June 1st-August 31st)

Location of scenic spots

Yema Mansion, No.158 Kunming Road, new urban area, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

3. Introduction to No.1 Glacier

The source of Urumqi River is located in Tiangeer Mountain, southwest of Urumqi, which is known as "the largest glacier in the world".

There are more than 15 modern glaciers of different sizes, and the remains of ancient glaciers are well preserved, which is known as "the living fossil of glaciers".

There is a pale blue and glittering glacier silver waterfall. In front of glacier tongue, you can see the 8-meter-long ice cave dug by researchers. There are marmots on the surrounding cliffs, and you can see snow lotus with luck.

Tel

991-4613731

Time reference

More than 3 hours

Transportation

Glacier No.1 is located in Tiangeer Mountain, more than 12 kilometers southwest of Urumqi, and can be reached by bus or chartered bus.

Bus: There is a shuttle bus to People's Park every morning, which takes about 3 hours, but sometimes it is cancelled because there are few people. After arriving at the scenic spot, you need to walk a few kilometers to get there.

Tickets

tips:

For details, please consult the scenic spot

Opening hours

8:-17: (all day) (Monday-Sunday from January 1st to December 31st)

Location of the scenic spot

National Highway 216, urumqi county, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

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The peaks in the scenic area are covered with snow, and the undulating mountains are covered with lush green plants, from which the trickling spring water drifts down, and the scenery is very charming.

From April to May every year, azaleas and azaleas are everywhere in the scenic spot. At this time, the temperature is low, so we should pay attention to keep warm.

July is the best season for grass quality, and you can experience Kazakh ethnic customs by riding horses.

Time reference

Tickets for more than 3 hours

Ordinary tickets: 45 RMB (Monday-Sunday, January 1st-December 31st)

tips:

Horse riding, yurts and catering in the scenic spot are additional charges

Opening hours

9: -19. Tianshan Tianchi International Ski Resort

Introduction

Tianshan Tianchi Ski Resort is located at the foot of the famous 5A-level Tianchi Scenic Area in Xinjiang, in the shallow Tianshan Mountains, with superior geographical conditions and convenient transportation.

The ski resort has the largest ski hall in China, with ***7 ski trails, which are divided into children-only trails, elementary trails, intermediate trails and advanced trails.

Among them, the length of a single snow trail on Lane 1 is 1.8km, ranking first in Xinjiang. There are also top cross-country trails and single-board U-shaped pool venues.

In addition to skiing, there are many recreational activities in the ski resort, including paramotors, hot air balloons, go-karting, archery and ice parks.

Time reference

More than 3 hours

Transportation

Self-driving route: Urumqi-Tuwu Expressway-Tianchi Exit-111 Provincial Highway takes 91.3 kilometers and takes one and a half hours

Bus route: There are shuttle buses at the gate of Urumqi People's Park and Hongshan Hotel. 2 hours to

tickets

Ordinary tickets: 4 hours (bring your own ski) 1 RMB /4 hours (provide ski) 12 RMB/whole day (bring your own ski) 16 RMB/whole day (provide ski) 18 RMB (from January 1 to December 31, Monday to Friday)

Ordinary tickets: 4 18 RMB/full day (snow gear provided) 22 RMB (January 1-December 31 Saturday-Sunday)

tips:

The specific price is subject to the venue announcement

Opening hours

1:-17:3 (full day); Admission time: 16: 3 (Monday-Sunday, December 1st-March 1th of the following year)

Location of scenic spots

In Tianchi Scenic Area on the north side of Bogda Peak in fukang city, Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

6. Introduction to Urumqi People's Park

-People's Park was formerly known as Tongle Park, commonly known as "West Park".

-There are towering trees, flowers and plants everywhere in the garden. There are gardens with winding paths, grotesque "Crystal Palace" and sculptures in front of pavilions.

-This is the place where Urumqi citizens have their daily leisure activities. Only when you come here can you feel the daily life of Urumqi people.

-There are also various exhibitions and activities in the park. From spring to autumn, there are flower exhibitions, bonsai exhibitions, calligraphy and painting exhibitions and photography exhibitions. Ice sculpture festivals and ice skating are often held in the middle of winter.

Tel

991-5849434

Time reference

1-3 hours

Transportation

The People's Park is located in Shayibak District of Urumqi, and can be reached by bus or on foot.

public transportation: take bus No.38 to People's Park Station in the city, and get off at China Unicom Station.

Tickets

Tickets are free

Opening hours

All-day (all-day)

Location of scenic spots

No.3 Youhao South Road, Shayibake District, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

7. Introduction to Hongshan Park

"Sunset on Red Mountain" has always been regarded as one of the most representative landscapes in Urumqi, and it is a must-see spot for foreign tourists visiting Urumqi.

Located in the downtown area, the overlooking building on the top of the mountain is the best place to overlook the whole urban area of Urumqi.

The apricot tree, which is difficult to survive in Urumqi, grows on Hongshan, which is the only apricot tree in Urumqi.

Telephone

991-8855671

Time reference

1-3 hours

Transportation

1. Take bus No.29, No.35, No.58, No.62 and No.63 and get off at Hongshan Park Station, which is within walking distance.

2. Take bus No.98 and No.927 to Hongshan West Road (bus stop), and get off and walk there.

Tickets

Free

tips:

The park is open for free, and some small scenic spots in the park are charged separately. Please consult the scenic spots for details.

Opening hours

7:2-23: (all day) (Monday-Sunday, January 1-December 3)

tips:

The specific opening hours are subject to the scenic spot

Location of the scenic spot

No.4, North First Lane, Hongshan Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

This is the largest park in Urumqi. There are small bridges, flowing water, pavilions and pavilions in the park, and the environment is beautiful. It is very good to stroll and watch, as well as cultural relics and entertainment projects.

The hot springs here are very famous, and many foreign tourists come here for holiday and leisure. The holiday villa is next to Shuimogou.

Zai Lan, a Qing dynasty royal aristocrat who was exiled to Urumqi, often held luxurious banquets here, and he built the Yidou Pavilion in the ditch.

Ji Xiaolan, Xiang Fei, Lin Zexu and others also left stories here. There are statues of these famous historical figures in the park, so you can visit them one by one.

Telephone

991-468455

Time reference

1-3 hours

Transportation

Take No.8 bus and get off at Shuimogou Park Station.

Tickets are within walking distance

Free

Opening hours

All-day (all-day)

Location of scenic spots

No.472 Shuimogou Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

9, Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar.

The most famous scenic spot is the Silk Road Sightseeing Tower in the center of the square. There are paintings and exhibitions on all floors of the tower, showing the historical story of the Silk Road.

There are all kinds of Xinjiang specialties and handicrafts sold in the Grand Bazaar, and the variety makes you dazzled.

integrating Islamic culture, architecture, ethnic trade, entertainment and catering, it is the gathering place and exhibition center of tourism products in Xinjiang.

Tel

991-8555485; 991-8555486

Time reference

1-3 hours

Transportation

Take Rail Transit Line 1 and get off at Erdaoqiao (subway station), and walk for about 1 meters.

Tickets

Free

Opening hours

1:-24: (all day) (Monday-Sunday, January 1-December 31)

Location of scenic spots

No.51 Jiefang South Road, Tianshan District, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

1. Countless animal bones and fragments of old things will take you to another world. When the sun goes down, it will shine in the dark background, which is particularly dazzling.

The Great Salt Lake is also next to a freshwater lake, which is only 5km apart. Surprisingly, the bottoms of the two lakes are connected, and the salt lake is higher than the freshwater lake. However, these two lakes show completely different characteristics.

On the east bank of Great Salt Lake, near the highway, there is a remnant site of the Han and Tang Dynasties, which can be visited.

Time reference

1 day

Traffic

The Salt Lake is just beside the Turpan-Urumqi highway, and you can get off on foot.

You can also rent a car from Dabancheng and Urumqi, but it is not necessary to rent a car.

The Great Salt Lake is only about 4km away from Urumqi. It is also good to ride a bike from the urban area. The road conditions are very good, and there will be spectacular landforms extending from Tianshan Mountains to the plains along the way.

Tickets

For details, please consult the scenic spot

Opening hours

All-day (January 1-December 31, Monday-Sunday)

Location of the scenic spot

Near Salt Lake Street, Dabancheng District, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (57km away from Urumqi).