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A place that needs no filter––Altay

Altay, the jewel of the Tianshan Mountains, is a symphony of grasslands and snow-capped mountains. With galloping horses🏇, blue skies, yurts, and pastoral songs, here you can find the prairie charm you've been dreaming of. Looking forward to a feast for both the soul and the eyes? Altay awaits your exploration! 🏠🏠Accommodation Recommendations🏠🏠: 1️⃣ Prairie Tent Hotel🎪 - Fall asleep under the stars and wake up to a vista of green. 2️⃣ Altay City Hotel - Comfortable and convenient, feel the warmth of the city. 🍖🍖Culinary Recommendations🍖🍖: 1️⃣ Hand-grabbed Mutton - Fresh and juicy, the taste of the grasslands that reaches deep into your heart. 2️⃣ Roast Whole Lamb - Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with a smoky aroma that hits you right in the nose. 3️⃣ Milk Tea and Cheese - Rich and creamy, awakening your taste buds. 4️⃣ Wild Mushroom Soup - Fresh and refined, nourishing every corner of your body. ❤️❤️Three-Day Essence Itinerary❤️❤️ 1⃣Day 1: Depart from the city → Head to Kanas Lake → Enjoy a boat tour or a hiking adventure → Stay by the lake and wait for the stars. 2⃣Day 2: Watch the sunrise over Kanas Lake → Proceed to Hemu Village → Experience Kazakh culture → Head to Baihaba Village in the afternoon → Seek out China's 'North Pole' → Overnight in Baihaba. 3⃣Day 3: Enjoy the morning mist in Baihaba → Visit Sayram Lake → Return to the city in the afternoon → Cultural tour of the old street or museum. 💯Must-See Attractions Analysis: 1️⃣ Kanas Lake - The mysterious waters and the legendary stories of lake monsters are captivating, surrounded by pristine forests and snow-capped mountains, forming a breathtakingly beautiful scene. Kanas Scenic Area 2️⃣ Hemu Village - Known as one of the most beautiful villages in China, it boasts unique Tuwa culture and enchanting natural scenery, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Hemu Scenic Area 3️⃣ Baihaba Village - Known as the most beautiful border village in China, far from the hustle and bustle, here you can find inner peace and satisfaction. Baihaba 4️⃣ Sayram Lake - Known as the 'Switzerland of the East', the lake is crystal clear, and the lakeside grasslands are dotted with herds of cattle and sheep, making it the best place to experience the beauty of Xinjiang's highland lakes. Sayram Lake 5️⃣ Narat Grassland - One of the four largest grasslands in the world, the vast expanse of grassland, with cattle and sheep like clouds, is an ideal place to experience grassland culture and relax. Narat Grassland 6️⃣ Altay Ski Resort - A magical ski resort that doesn't freeze in winter, suitable for skiers of all levels, enjoy the combination of speed and passion. Jikepulin International Ski Resort The beauty of Altay is poetry, it is the distance, it is the dreamland in the heart of every nature lover. Setting foot on this land, every step is full of discovery, and every corner has a story. Here, just listen to the voice of nature with your heart, feel the vastness and freedom of the grassland. Three days in Altay, though brief, are unforgettable for a lifetime.
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Posted: Jun 22, 2024
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