2019 Xinjiang Kanas Free Travel Guide + Ticket and Transportation Information

Kanas is definitely the most beautiful place in northern Xinjiang in my mind. When traveling to Xinjiang, I prefer northern Xinjiang to southern Xinjiang because it has more natural landscapes. , forests are rich in water resources, while southern Xinjiang has more cultural landscapes. It depends on personal choice. Of course, the motherland has great rivers and mountains. I think northern Xinjiang is definitely a place that can impress you. Let’s take a look at what to see in northern Xinjiang. Fun.

In Kanas, we mainly visit three places: Kanas Lake, Hemu Village and Baihaba Village. Kanas Lake is the core attraction, with the mysterious Kanas Lake Monster and Shenxian Bay, Wolong Bay and Moon Bay. Hemu and Baihaba are both villages owned by local people. They have the charm of a Swiss town and are a paradise on earth. Many people believe that these two villages are the essence of Kanas.

Three Bays of Kanas

Three Bays: Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay and Wolong Bay. Sandaowan is the essence of the scenic spot. They are located on the road from Kanas to Jiadengyu. They are all mature attractions. There is a viewing platform near the roadside and a wooden plank road to the waterside. The flow of the Kanas River is relatively fast, and the water surface is suddenly wide at Sandao Bay, so the water surface is relatively calm.

Whether Sandaowan looks good, clouds and fog are the key! The best time to take photos of Sandaowan is in the morning, when the sun’s rays force the clouds and fog between the canyons to break away, which is when the clouds and fog change the most.

PS:

1. For the viewing route of Sanwan, you can choose to go to Shenxian Bay in the morning to take photos of the morning fog, and then take a bus to Moon Bay to take photos. The clouds and fog have not dispersed yet. , overlooking Moon Bay, with clouds and mist floating on the bay, you can take photos of the ethereal fairyland. Finally, walk to Wolong Bay.

2. On the 2-kilometer road from Moon Bay to Wolong Bay, you can get close to Kanas Lake along the wooden plank road. The autumn colors are thick and beautiful along the way.

3. Sanwan can be said to be the symbol of Kanas. It is the most beautiful and photogenic shooting spot in Kanas. If you want to take ideal water mist, it is recommended that you have the conditions Living in the scenic area

1. There are two roads to choose from to Guanyuting: one is to take a car from the back of the mountain to the mountainside; the other is from the lake outlet in front of the mountain specifically for mountain climbing Walk up the stone steps laid out in a circular motion.

2. You need to buy a ticket at the visitor center and take the shuttle bus to Guanyu Pavilion on the mountain. The bus can only go to the middle of the mountain, and you still need to climb steps for 15 minutes.

3. It is best to go in the afternoon, when the light is favorable for shooting, and you can have a panoramic view of the silvery snow-capped mountains, green forests, and turquoise lakes.

Baihaba Village is located on the border river between China and Kazakhstan. It is known as one of the most beautiful villages in China. It is 31 kilometers away from (Kanas Lake)

and is part of the Kanas Scenic Area. It can be reached in less than an hour from the tourist transfer center in the Kanas Scenic Area to Baihaba. There is a mountain road between the two places, but the road condition is very good. There is a checkpoint on the way to check the border permit and purchase scenic spot tickets and ancient village maintenance fees.

To go to Baihaba, you need to apply for a border permit. The original ID card can be obtained at the police office of the transfer center (visitor center) in Kanas Scenic Area, which is very convenient. However, foreign guests are not allowed to enter Baihaba. There are many local buses to Baihaba at the transfer center. Strictly speaking, they are all black buses and cost 200 yuan per person. The black car is more convenient. Taking the shuttle bus in the scenic area costs 124 yuan per person, but it is inconvenient. You can only follow the designated route.

Hemu

Hemu is located in the east and north of Kanas, dozens of kilometers away from Kanas. You can drive there through a small road about 2-4M wide. It took about an hour and a half, and the mountain road was winding and dangerous. The scenery along the way is beautiful, and there is a Hemu River flowing through it. The scenery is beautiful, much like Kanas ten years ago. Because it was developed relatively late, it retains a certain original flavor.

The best season to visit Hemu Village is from early June to early October every year, with the most beautiful scenery in late September and early October. At this time, the leaves of the birch trees on the slopes on both sides of the village were golden and brilliant, and snow began to accumulate on the top of the mountain, forming small snow-capped mountains, like a fairy tale world. Hemu Village is not big. The main road in the village is about two to three kilometers long. You can explore it on foot in the village. The observation deck is located on the hillside on the other side of the Hemu River. It can be reached in about half an hour from the village. From the observation deck, you can take a panoramic view of the village. It is a perfect place for taking pictures. Tourists usually come to visit for about 1 to 2 days, that is, they enter the village on the first day, stay in the village for one night, and leave the next day.

Tips:

1. The Hemu ticket is 80 yuan and the shuttle bus is 200 yuan. It is recommended to buy these two tickets in advance at Jiadengyu. The distance from Jiadengyu to Hemu Scenic Area is 40 kilometers, and it takes about an hour by shuttle bus.

2. Hemu Village is relatively large and has several stops. Tell the driver the name of the inn you have booked, and the driver will send you to the nearest stop.

3. Hiking is required in many places in Hemu. If you are too tired, you can also choose to ride a horse, which is also a good experience.

4. Herds of cattle can often be seen in Hemu Village. Most of the cattle and sheep here are free-range, and they are relatively docile. But many cows are a little afraid of people, so don't scare them.

5. When going out to play, you can wear red, white and other bright colors to make the photos look better.

6. With more tourists in Hemu Village, commercialization is becoming more and more serious. There are restaurants, small bars and barbecues, but they will be more expensive

If you want to deeply experience the charm of Hemu Village, you must Staying here for one night is not only convenient for taking pictures of the morning light, but you can also see the star-studded night sky at night, and you can also take pictures of star trails after the early morning.

7. There is a large parking lot at the entrance of the scenic area. If you want to stay in the scenic area, remember to take your luggage and transfer to the scenic area bus. Accommodation is concentrated in Hemu Township.

8. It is very cold in the morning and you need to be prepared for the cold. There are roads on the left and right of the observation deck, you can take the other end back to the village

Kanas travel time

Best season: June and September are the best.

The sea of ??flowers in June and the golden autumn in September are the signatures of Kanas. Kanas in June is full of spring, and the boundless green makes it hard to leave. After a short summer, Kanas welcomes the golden September, which can be said to be full of dyes.

Winter in Kanas, when the lake is frozen, is equally exciting. Kanas has launched a winter tourism project (October 10th - May 10th of the following year), which not only waives some tickets, but also allows you to experience it by riding a "horse-drawn sleigh". There is also a Winter Photography Tourism Festival every winter.

Where to stay in Kanas:

There are a small number of accommodations in the scenic area, which need to be booked in advance. Otherwise, you can only take the shuttle bus back to Jiadenyu outside the gate of the scenic area to stay. Dengyu is the concentrated area for accommodation in Kanas, with high, high and low-end accommodations, and of course don’t think about how cheap they are. Of course it is best if you can live in the scenic area, because after 6 pm, tourists in the scenic area will go out one after another, and the entire Kanas forest has restored its tranquility, as if it is privately owned.

Notes

1. When traveling to Kanas, a border defense permit is only required in Baihaba. The border defense permit can be applied for at the place of residence, Kashgar, Burqin, or directly at Kanas Scenic Area with an ID card.

2. Food prices in the scenic area are very expensive, and it is even more difficult to buy food if you ride a horse through Hemu. So try to purchase enough in Burqin. Xinjiang has strong ultraviolet rays and a dry climate, so be sure to prepare enough sunscreen and pay attention to moisturizing.

3. The Kanas area has a large temperature difference between day and night. It can even reach below zero in the early morning and can reach 27℃ when the sunshine is strongest at noon. Therefore, you must keep warm when watching the morning sun. It is better to prepare down jackets, hats, gloves, sweaters, etc. When playing in scenic spots during the day, you can wear a thin long-sleeved jacket and a jacket. When it is hot, you can just take off the jacket. It is not recommended to wear short sleeves to avoid sunburn.

4. There are many horse teams in Hemu. You can often encounter galloping horses and the dust raised is relatively large. It is recommended to wear a mask. In addition, bring some mosquito repellent, gastrointestinal medicine, and other ready-to-use medicines in case of emergencies.

5. Xinjiang’s dry climate and its hot-heated diet of mutton and chili make it easy to get nosebleeds. Chapped skin and lips are also serious, so you still need to bring various protective equipment.

Transportation to Kanas

Kanas is located in the Altay region in northern Xinjiang. The scenic spot has an independent airport. You can choose to take a flight directly from Urumqi to Kanas, which takes about 50 minutes.

There is no train station in the scenic area. If you choose to take a train to Kanas, you can only take a train from Urumqi to Beitun and then take a bus to Kanas. From Urumqi, you can take a sleeper bus to Burqin, and then transfer to Kanas Scenic Area.

It is also very convenient to charter a car to Kanas, especially if there are 7-10 people. It is cheap and cost-effective and saves time. There are various modes of transportation in the scenic area, including shuttle buses, horseback riding, and horse-drawn sleighs in winter.

PS: The road from Burqin to Kanas is a mountainous road with many twists and turns. There is a speed test in the interval, so drive carefully