From the late March to mid-April every year, the most romantic apricot blossoms in Southern Xinjiang usher in their prime viewing season. With fewer crowds and breathtaking scenery, it’s a perfect blend of Western Region charm, offering an ideal backdrop for photography enthusiasts to capture stunning images. Travel enthusiasts planning to admire these blossoms, do not miss out on this comprehensive travel guide!
Must-Visit Attractions:
- 📸Robor Village – A secluded oasis amidst the desert
- 📸Wensu Grand Canyon – Awe-inspiring canyons and peaks in the Danxia landscape
- 📸Kashgar Old City – A shining gem of the Western Region, namesake to its vibrant essence
- 📸Muji Crater – The highest volcano in Xinjiang, a fantastical realm of ice and fire, known as the Eye of Pamir
- 📸Baisha Lake – White sands resembling snowflakes scattered, rumored to be the Sand River in Journey to the West
- 📸Talxiang Apricot Village – The earliest spring in Xinjiang, a serene haven beyond the ordinary
- 📸Panlong Ancient Road – Navigating through life’s twists and turns, the remainder of the journey is smooth sailing
- 📸Bandier Blue Lake – A blue jewel on the Pamir Plateau, ranging from turquoise in summer to deep blue in winter
6-Day Apricot Blossom Itinerary:
- 🌵Day 1: Urumqi – Robor Village (overnight in Korla)
- 🌵Day 2: Korla – Wensu Grand Canyon (overnight in Aksu)
- 🌵Day 3: Aksu – Kashgar Old City (overnight in Kashgar)
- 🌵Day 4: Kashgar – Muji Crater – Baisha Lake (overnight in Taxian County)
- 🌵Day 5: Taxian County – Tasha Ancient Road – Talxiang Apricot Village – Kekexiluke Township (overnight in Taxian County)
- 🌵Day 6: Taxian County – Panlong Ancient Road – Bandier Blue Lake – Karakul Lake – Return to Kashgar, end of itinerary
Travel Tips:
- 💡It’s recommended to visit Xinjiang during off-peak seasons for a more cost-effective and enjoyable experience.
- 🕰️Remember that there’s a 2-hour time difference between Xinjiang and the mainland, so be mindful of the time when planning your activities.
- 🚗Xinjiang is vast, and long car rides are common. Be sure to bring a power bank to avoid phone battery drainage.
- 💧The water quality in Xinjiang can be hard, so drinking boiled water is safer. It’s advisable to bring a thermos flask.
- 🛂A border pass is required when traveling to Taxian County.
- 🌍Xinjiang is a multi-ethnic region, so it’s important to respect local customs and traditions. < li>🌞Southern Xinjiang has deserts, with intense ultraviolet radiation. Be sure to apply sunscreen to prevent sunburn.
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