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What are the tourist attractions in Yanqi?

The tourist attractions in Yanqi include Duku Highway, Yanqi Lake, Yanqi Ancient City, Taklimakan Desert, Bosten Lake, etc.

1. Duku Highway

This is one of the important highways connecting the north and south of Xinjiang. The scenery along the way is beautiful, and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of large grasslands, deserts and snow-capped mountains. The most famous attractions include "Thousand Miles of Red Willow" and "Black River Grand Canyon".

2. Yanqi Lake

This is a large inland freshwater lake with an area of ??more than 50 square kilometers. The lake water is crystal clear and surrounded by dense reeds and lotus flowers. Visitors can boat, fish or enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake.

3. Yanqi Ancient City

This is an ancient city ruins with a history of more than 2,000 years. The city wall is more than 10 meters high and the circumference is nearly 6 kilometers. There are a large number of historical relics and ancient buildings preserved in the city, such as mosques, government offices, shops, etc., which are very suitable for understanding local history and culture.

4. Taklimakan Desert

This is one of the largest mobile deserts in China and one of the most distinctive deserts in the world. Visitors can experience special activities such as camel riding, sandboarding, and sunset watching in the desert to feel the magical charm of nature.

5. Bosten Lake

This is a small lake located in Yanqi County. The water area is not large, but the lake water is crystal clear and surrounded by dense forests and wild animals. Visitors can picnic, boat or hike by the lake.

Reference for the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-Taklimakan Desert