Hemu Scenic Area

Don't ask how much the ticket is, ask how many years of youth are left. I decided to embark on a journey to Xinjiang in the northwest of my motherland, using a month to find my lost soul. After coming back, I am full of motivation, often staring at the photos in a daze. To help friends who want to go to Xinjiang, I have compiled this travel guide, hoping to help everyone! Where should I go first when I go to Xinjiang for the first time? Urumqi, as the transportation hub of Xinjiang, is very convenient whether it is South Xinjiang or North Xinjiang. It is recommended to choose Urumqi as the first stop, because whether it is a group tour or self-driving, almost all vehicles start from here. Precautions: Time difference: There is a 2-hour time difference between Xinjiang and the mainland Many ethnic minorities are used to saying Xinjiang time Security check: Xinjiang's security check is very strict, train stations and airports require multiple security checks, it is recommended to go to the train station/airport in advance Accommodation recommendation: Urumqi: Recommend Friendly Business Circle or Zhongshan Road Business Circle Kanas: Recommend Beitun City, secondly, Jadunyu and Burqin can be recommended Hemu: Recommend staying in the scenic area log cabin, watching the stars all over the sky at night, increasing the play time during the day, and the experience is better Sailimu Lake: Accommodation is recommended to stay in Qingshuihe Town or Huocheng County Our self-driving route: Starting from Urumqi, go to Sailimu Lake—Huocheng—Zhaosu—Tekes—Qiongkushitai—Nalati—Duku Highway, and finally return to Urumqi from Dushanzi. The route is just a circle, which is a classic Yili ring line. ps: The above self-driving journey is 12 days in total, a total of 2300 kilometers, without rushing to the road and rushing to the scenic spots, often 5-6 hours of self-driving time every day. I feel that rest and maintaining a good state are necessary. Must-visit attractions: Qiongkushitai: The grassland covering the sky, the fairy tale forest like a mist, the small wooden house with grass on the head, every eye is super healing Huocheng Lavender: The purple sea of flowers tumbling with the wind is really romantic Tangbula Fairy Lake: A small popular secret that needs to ride a horse up the mountain, accompanied by flowers all the way, it seems to be Alice in Wonderland Nalati Grassland: The aerial photography and self-driving of the grassland and valley in the sky are absolutely amazing! Sailimu Lake: "The last tear of the Atlantic" If you have plenty of time, you must go for a self-driving tour around the lake Duku Highway: Duku Highway that must be self-driving once in a lifetime! It will open around mid-June every year, and you will feel the four seasons along the way. Xinjiang cuisine: The big plate chicken, lamb skewers, roasted lamb chops, and roasted buns in Xinjiang are really amazing, and those who like heavy tastes can close their eyes. ps: There are also old yogurt, cold water fish, hand-grabbed rice, wrapped meat, pulled strips and other delicacies waiting for you to taste!

Go to Xinjiang once! This is a place favored by heaven. In Xinjiang, you can see vast grasslands, like a green ocean, with galloping horses and flocks of sheep dotting the landscape like clouds. The Tianshan Mountains are majestic and spectacular, with snow-capped peaks shining with mysterious light under the sun. Lakes are embedded in the earth like sapphires, with clear waters reflecting the blue sky and white clouds, creating a breathtaking view. Xinjiang Altay + Ili + Duku 12-Day Tour D1: Urumqi - S21 Desert Highway - Ulungur Lake - Five-Colored Beach - Burqin D2: Burqin - Kanas Lake Fish Pavilion - Stay in Jiadengyu/Kanas D3: Kanas Three Bays - Hemu Village Free Play - Hemu Scenic Area Log Cabin D4: Hemu Sunrise Morning Fog - Burqin D5: Burqin - Devil City - Kuitun D6: Kuitun - Sayram Lake - Guozigou Bridge - Stay in Qingshuihe D7: Qingshuihe - Qiongkushitai - Tekesi D8: Tekesi - Kalajun Grassland - Bagua City Departure Street - Gongliu D9: Gongliu - Nalati Aerial River Valley Grassland - Stay in Nalati D10: Nalati - Middle Section of Duku Highway - Bayinbuluke Swan Lake - Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns - Bayin D11: Bayin - Duku Highway - Tangbula Grassland Hundred Mile Gallery - Dushanzi D12: Dushanzi - Anjihai Grand Canyon - S101 National Defense Highway - Urumqi Route Highlights Lakes, snow mountains, grasslands, canyons, glaciers, deserts, and folk culture, we play them all.

|Nor is it Norway|This is Altay and Mukan Village in Xinjiang, China. Winter in northern Xinjiang is a dreamy season ☀️The winter sun slowly unfolds in the misty morning fog, making it particularly peaceful and distant ❄️Winter in northern Xinjiang 🌡️The temperature drops to minus twenty or thirty degrees, this is the off-season for tourism, the overall price will be much cheaper ⚠️If you think Mohe is too commercial, Harbin's airfare is too expensive, then choosing to go to northern Xinjiang is very worthwhile ✅What are the fun things in northern Xinjiang in winter 🔺Admire the sunset over the sea of snow at Wulungu Lake, the dreamy atmosphere is like being in a fairyland 🔺Experience splashing water into ice, hot air balloons/snowmobiles in the snow scenery of Hemu 🔺Welcome the sunrise and morning fog of Hemu and ski at Hemu International Ski Resort 🔺Kanas sees snow mushrooms covered in snow, and the ink and wash Sanwan in winter 🔺The whole way is beautiful snow scenery, Keketuohai's salty and sweet romance 🔺Take a dip in a natural therapeutic hot spring in the snow, warming the whole winter 📝Essential knowledge points 🍇When buying fruits or dried fruits in Xinjiang, please note that they are calculated by the kilogram ⏰There is a two-hour time difference between Xinjiang and the mainland, if you have any business to handle, remember to check the office hours ❄️Xinjiang's weather is changeable, you can experience four seasons in a day, please be sure to prepare your outfit 🚘Since the beautiful scenery is almost all in the mountains, you must travel by 4WD off-road vehicle to ensure safety 🛑Tips: 🔹The cold here is actually different from the damp cold in the south, there is heating in the house and the car, and it's really okay to dress warmly when you're outside 🔹Deng Deng recommends a 8-day and 7-night itinerary for northern Xinjiang 🔹Try to stay in the scenic area as much as possible to save unnecessary driving and seek comfortable ways to play 🛣️Itinerary planning 1⃣️Arrive in Urumqi—Free activities—Urumqi 2⃣️Urumqi-Through S21 Gurbantunggut Internet Celebrity Desert Highway—Wulungu Lake (Sunset of the Sea of Snow)—Burqin 3⃣️Burqin—Hemu Snow Scenery—Primitive Ancient Village—Brilliant Starry Sky Hemu Snow Scenery Log Cabin 4⃣️Hemu Sunrise Morning Fog Hemu International Ski Experience, Snow Ridge Rime, Lakeside Walk-Kanas Scenic Area Snow Scenery Log Cabin 5⃣️Kanas-Kanas Snow Mushroom, Ink and Wash Sanwan-North Tun If you haven't decided where to go this winter, you can come to northern Xinjiang to experience the fairy tale world

This is not Switzerland, nor is it abroad, this is the 'God's reserved land' known as the fairyland on earth 'Hemu Village in Xinjiang', known as the 'First Village in China', the rustic mountain village scenery makes you feel like you are in a fairy tale world, without hurry, without noise, only small bridges and flowing water, the tranquility of the smoke curling up, as if all the worldly things have been thrown behind, promise me, you must take your favorite person to go once! Hemu Village is a village under the jurisdiction of Burqin County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Located on the bank of Kanas Lake in Burqin County, Xinjiang, it is the concentrated living area of the Tuva people. It is the farthest and largest village among the only 3 remaining Tuva villages (Hemu Village, Kanas Village and Baihaba Village), with a total area of 3040 square kilometers. The most famous thing about Hemu Village is the intoxicating autumn color of the mountains, the smoke rises slowly in the autumn color, forming a dreamy smoke belt, which is better than a fairyland.

Where to go for the holiday? It must be Xinjiang. With snow-capped mountains, lakes, forests, grasslands, and more, the scenery is truly diverse. Especially in summer, the grasslands and snow mountains appear in the same frame, resembling scenes from an animated world. Itinerary D1: From all over the country to Urumqi D2: Urumqi → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan → Fuyun D3: Fuyun → Keketuohai → Burqin D4: Burqin → Kanas Lake → Jiadengyu D5: Jiadengyu → Roaming Hemu → Stay in Hemu D6: Hemu → Wuerhe D7: Wuerhe → Devil City → Jinghe D8: Jinghe → Sailimu Lake - Sailing Experience → Kaxgar → Yining D9: Yining → Qiongkushitai → Xinyuan D10: Xinyuan → Nalati Air Grassland → Nalati Town D11: Nalati → Duku Highway → Martyrs' Cemetery D12: Return flight from Urumqi 【tips】 1. Some areas in Xinjiang have poor signal, it is recommended to carry cash 2. There is a large temperature difference between morning and evening in Xinjiang, it is advisable to bring a coat 3. Some areas in Xinjiang are dry, be sure to drink plenty of water to avoid bleeding from dryness. 4. In Xinjiang, goods are sold by the kilogram

Accompany you to see the grasslands - this must be the romance of summer. North of the Tianshan Mountains lies the highland grasslands of Northern Xinjiang, where the blue of Kanas Lake and the sunrise at Hemu Village are intoxicating. The flowers of Northern Xinjiang bloom splendidly in summer, with snow-capped mountains and grasslands, forest pastures, glacial lakes, canyons and rivers, Gobi deserts, and the hoofbeats of cattle, sheep, and horses. All your imaginations of Xinjiang are brought to the extreme in Northern Xinjiang. For those who want to visit Xinjiang, now is the time to plan! After all, during the peak season, the prices for flights and hotels will soar. D1 Urumqi D2 Urumqi--Tianchi--Fuyun Stay: Fuyun D3 Fuyun--Koktokay--Buerjin Stay: Buerjin. D4 Buerjin--Kanas--Jiadengyu Stay: Jiadengyu D5 Jiadengyu---Hemu--Colorful Beach--Buerjin Stay: Buerjin D6 Buerjin--Devil City--Kuitun Stay: Kuitun D7 Kuitun--Sayram Lake-Lavender--Yining Stay: Yining D8 Yining--Nalati--Bayanbulak Stay: Bayanbulak D9 Bayanbulak--Hejing Stay: Hejing D10 Hejing--Turpan-Grape Valley-Karez Wells Stay: Turpan D11 Turpan--Flaming Mountains--Shanshan Desert--Urumqi Stay: Urumqi D12 Urumqi - Airport drop-off

Ah, I actually saw the aurora in Xinjiang😭 A geomagnetic storm hit, and there was a huge aurora outbreak in Altay, Xinjiang! It's worth it to see such a strong aurora domestically! Now there's no need to go to Iceland to see the aurora. 🌲With 'My Altay' being released before, and the aurora appearing after, people in Altay at this moment must be so blessed! 🍃This brings us to the two must-visit spots in Altay: Hemu and Kanas These two places are very close to each other, just a 1-hour drive If you only stay in Kanas for one day Choose to hike the Three Bays instead of taking the boat! Because you need to take a shuttle bus throughout the scenic area Going to the boat tour and coming back from the waiting point takes at least 3 hours... The real beauty only requires a simple way of touring Personally, I think Fairy Bay is very beautiful among the Three Bays Not only does it have morning mist, but you can also see Kanas Lake up close 📷The photos are incredibly good One day, we will all come to 'My Altay' for any reason

Hemu, known as 'God's own reserve', is filled with an ancient and mysterious fairy tale charm. It is also the most comfortable place in the Altay region, at least that's how I feel. On the way to Hemu village, we also encountered the masters of this land - the sheep. Everyone has to stop for the flock of sheep to pass first, as it is a rule that must be followed here. Watching the sheep walk by in front of you, who says this isn't a healing ritual? In Xinjiang, the most beautiful scenery is always on the road, but in Hemu, integrating into local life is the most beautiful scenery. Chatting over tea in a wooden house, walking and enjoying the view at Harden Terrace, listening to history at the Aid Xinjiang Bridge, everything is so beautiful and peaceful.

One person Carrying a backpack Venturing into the wilderness The wilderness pays me no mind 🌿 To be honest, I haven't read Li Juan's 'My Altay' yet, and I haven't had the chance to watch the popular TV series either, but that doesn't diminish my love and longing for these wilds. 🌿 The first day, with moderate rain, the annoying and time-consuming scenic area shuttle bus, public bus, and coach took at least 3 hours before finally reaching the depths of Kanas. The weather is still very cold, but I'm pleased that the mountain wind and cold rain have significantly reduced the number of tourists. 🌿 Life is like a vast wilderness Don't expend too much on the trivialities One person with a backpack, filled with my passion and freedom, accompanied by wind and rain, vanishing into the endless wilderness dream. 🌿 The second day, clear skies, after the slow-moving scenic area coach and public bus, I continued trekking in Hemu. The last time I was here was for New Year's skiing, and now it's completely different, full of life and bustling with people. 🌿 Practical tips: 🎙1. The scenery in Kanas and Hemu is indeed fantastic. However, Jiadengyu, which is several dozen miles away, blocks the way with expensive tickets and scenic area buses that also consume time. It is recommended to allocate plenty of time. If possible, consider buying a two-day pass. Otherwise, you really won't be able to enjoy much. 🏔2. The scenery along the way is equally amazing. If you're driving yourself, take it slow. When stopping to enjoy the view, make sure to park in a safe area. ⏰3. Ticket checking time: 8:30-20:00 🎫Ticket price: Kanas 230 (scenic area ticket + shuttle bus), Hemu 102 (scenic area ticket + shuttle bus) 🏡4. The wooden house accommodations inside are quite expensive, and many tourists play during the day and return to Burqin to stay at night. 💎5. If it's safe, venture further into the distance and the forest for a walk, there are surprises, fewer people, and you can take photos without restraint.

Mobile photography|The snow looks so good when shot like this!! After comparing for two days in Hemu, I realized I couldn't go on like this! So I started to lie down in various ways! I took all kinds of strange poses for taking photos in the snow, don't compare anymore!! The snow is indeed the best for taking photos! No matter how you shoot, it looks like there is a natural reflector! scenery photographyscenery is better than what you see with your own eyes

It seems like a very calm and leisurely life, but most of the time it's busy. I caught a cold at the beginning of the month. When I fully recovered, I realized it was already late December. On days when I don't go out, I always love to wander in the backyard. In the summer, this is the home of the Tuvan grandmother. I often see her wearing a beautiful headscarf and working in a floral dress. She would hang the clean clothes directly on the wooden fence to dry, and also make a very large old bread in her simple kitchen. Before winter came, there were a few silent horses here. Every time I approached, I was always a little timid, staring at me with big blinking eyes. There is also a cute little fat black dog, who always wants me to play with it a little longer. Of course, there are also a group of cute and naughty Tuvan children. When winter comes, all that's left here is a pile of tall haystacks, thick snow, and some small items left in life. But I still love this corner, love these stacked wooden fences, love the simple wooden house, and love standing here to see a wider range of Polovtsian snow mountains. Standing here, I seem to be able to feel the Altay in Li Juan's pen more, and feel the life of Altay more closely. I stand in the snow, leaning against the wooden fence, watching a group of crows fly back and forth. Until the sun completely hides behind the snow mountain. Without the light, there is only endless cold. So, I happily picked a long icicle and went back to the warm house.

Autumn, if it is ten points beautiful, North Xinjiang accounts for seven points The cold current from Siberia urges the forest to become colorful, The slanting sun shines through the golden leaves, casting mottled light and shadow, The forest is dyed in layers, magnificent, The ultimate autumn scenery of our country is perfectly released here Best autumn viewing time Yellow leaves begin to appear in early September, Around September 20, most of the leaves have changed color, Entering the best viewing period of North Xinjiang's autumn colors, If the weather is stable, the yellow leaves can last until after the National Day, If the cold current is frequent, the leaves will fall in advance The best time is mid to late September Recommended autumn viewing places Hemu Haden Platform - Watch the sunrise, dreamy sunset and brilliant stars Hemu Road - The golden birch forest covers the hillside, and the herd is the protagonist of the road Hemu Bridge - The first pass in and out of Hemu, Stand on the bridge to enjoy the Hemu River up close Hemu Village - The smoke is curling up at dawn and dusk, Preserving the complete traditional Mongolian Tuvan people Birch Forest - Walk into the lush forest and take a picture of the hazy light and shadow Kanas Three Bays (Wolong Bay, Fairy Bay, Moon Bay), Don't just take a look at the viewing point and leave, Get off the car at Wolong Bay, Go down to the river along the wooden plank road, and then walk to Moon Bay, The woods in Fairy Bay Fish Watching Platform - A great place to overlook Kanas Lake, When the weather is good, be sure to climb the fish watching platform to see the full autumn color Kanas Lake - After a short walk from Kanas New Village, you can reach the lake, You can choose to take a boat tour