Interesting Places to Visit in Xinjiang Province - By: Grace Fan

Xinjiang Province is located at the northwest of China bordering with Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Pakistan, Mongolia, India and Afghan. Xinjiang accounts for one sixth of the total territory of China. This large region contains many unique and picturesque landscapes, such as Sayram Lake, Narat Grassland, Ghost City, etc.

Sayram Lake

Situated at the west of Yining City, Sayram Lake is notable for its miraculous and breathtaking natural beauty. There is an isle in the lake. But for the snow mountain in the distance, you would think it is the sea. At twilight, the lake takes on taupe and sparkles in the setting sun.

Narat Grassland

Narat Grassland is one of top 4 prairies in the world. It had been the famous pasture since ancient time. Narat in Mongol means sun. According to legend, a Mongolian army headed for Ili in spring but the weather was cold and snowy. Coldness and hungriness tormented this army. But when they crossed the mountain, another scene presents before the eyes of soldiers. The vast grassland, wild flowers and springs encouraged soldiers so that they gave the grassland the name Narat.

Bayanbulak

Bayanbulak Grassland in Mongolian means “rich springhead”. Taking an area of 23,000 square kilometers, Bayanbulak is the richest summer ranch at the south foot of Mt Tianshan. Nine ethnic groups live on this vast land. Nadam Fair, an annual holiday, captures the attention of visitors with its featured activities such as horse racing and archery match. The well-known Swan Lake is located here. In fact, the lake is a large marsh making up of mutually connected small lakes. The lake is the only nature reserve for swan in China.

Urho Windy City

Urho Windy City, also called Ghost City, is located at northwestern edge of Junggar Basin 100 kilometers southwest of Kelamayi. The so-called city is not a real city but unique wind-eroded geological area. Watching from the distance, you will gasp in admiration by its magnificence and grandness, while you will feel horrible as you are encircled by numerous grotesque mounds. The massifs were carved into various shapes through gale.

About the Author

Grace Fan is an English editor of China Tours Operator certified by China National Tourism Administration which provides the full range of tour service such as Beijing tour package, Shanghai tour package, etc. If you are interested in more China destinations, you can also visit Chinatouronline.

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