Is Xinjiang Scenic Area Open? -Can we go now? Dooku road trip road map and scenic spot recommendation

Now the scenic spots in Xinjiang have begun to fully resume tourism, which means everyone can travel to Xinjiang. Bian Xiao recommends you to visit the Duku Highway in Xinjiang, because it is open from June to June and closed at other times.

Is it open? -Can we go now? Yes, we can go to play.

On September 2nd, outdoor scenic spots in Xinjiang were fully opened, and tourism across provinces (autonomous regions and municipalities) resumed. At present, the phased effect of epidemic prevention and control in Xinjiang has been further consolidated, and it has entered the stage of normalized epidemic prevention and control, and the normal production and living order has been fully restored. Since September 2, all outdoor tourist attractions (spots) in the autonomous region have been opened to tourists, and tourism across provinces (autonomous regions and municipalities) has resumed.

Tourism-related enterprises such as scenic spots and travel agencies will strengthen the management of scenic spots and do a good job in public health and epidemic prevention in strict accordance with the requirements of the Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) on the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases and the Guide to Prevention and Control Measures for the Restoration and Opening of Tourist Attractions to ensure the safe and orderly opening of tourist attractions.

The most convenient way to play in Xinjiang is by car. Here you can not only drive to air grassland like a nomad, but also experience the mystery of crossing the Asian continent like an ancient explorer.

Duku Highway is a monument in the history of highway construction. Duku Highway lies like a giant dragon in the Tianshan Mountains. Crossing the vast Tianshan Mountains and the four slabs (yakou) at an altitude of more than 3,000 meters. It can experience spring, summer, autumn and winter in one day, see the typical terrain of Xinjiang and enjoy the ethnic customs of Uygur, Mongolian and Kazak.

Now, except for some roads being renovated, they are basically paved. The speed limit of most sections is 40 kilometers per hour, and buses with more than 7 seats are not allowed to enter. Pay attention to falling rocks and dark ice along the way, and slow down when turning continuously, especially in rainy days. Roads are prone to mudslides, water damage, landslides and other disasters.

1, Dushanzi area

Dushanzi was once a desolate Gobi. Dushanzi City is very small, and the streets are empty. Because it is close to Tianshan Mountain, it is cooler in summer. Mud volcano (Freedom) is located in the southwest of the city 1 km. You can climb to the top of the mountain on foot, about 5 kilometers round trip, which takes about 1 hour. If you are confident enough about your vehicle performance and driving skills, you can also drive along a gravel road with a full width. Dushanzi oilfield site passing by is the site of the first oil well drilling in Xinjiang in 1909, and the top of the mountain overlooks the whole Dushanzi city.

Driving: It's always uphill when you get out of Dushanzi. After about 30 kilometers, you will enter the spectacular Kuitun River Grand Canyon. With the deepening of the journey, both sides of the road gradually become high and deep, and colorful exposed rocks soar into the sky, which is such a dazzling landscape within dozens of kilometers of Fiona Fang.

2. Jorma

Jorma is a small town formed in the era of highway construction. It is located at the intersection of Duku Highway and Joey Highway, and three forks lead to Kuche, Dushanzi and Yili respectively. There are simple restaurants and accommodation in the town, where you can refuel and park.

Zhuo Ma to Swan Lake180km, paving the road and winding the mountain road, 4 hours. It is 20 kilometers away from Zhuoermayo 120, passing through the intersection of G2 17 National Highway and G2 18 National Highway, and it is only 7 kilometers from there to Nalati Grassland. There are alpine meadows along this road, and from time to time you will see a large group of cattle and sheep on the hillside.

3. Bayinbuluke Grassland (Swan Lake)

Bayinbuluke is Mongolian, which means "rich spring water". Thousands of small springs spread all over the hinterland of the southern foot of Tianshan Mountain and merged with the meltwater of the surrounding snow-capped mountains, forming the mother river of Bazhou-Kaidu River. Rivers nourish rich grasslands, forming large or small wetlands and swamps, attracting a large number of birds. Swan Lake, the first swan nature reserve in China, is located on Bayinbuluke grassland (the scenic spot is open from mid-April to late June 10). It consists of many small lakes connected in series, inhabited by more than 20 species of birds, among which the most precious is the wild swan population, and there are also rare birds such as black stork, golden eagle and white-shouldered eagle.

June is the best season for bird watching. At that time, a large number of swans and geese's gulls will come from South Asia, even the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea to nest and hatch here. Please don't disturb them when you visit. June to August is the peak season for tourism. The weather is cool, the grass is rich and the vision is almost green. The annual grassland festival Nadam and Donggui Art Festival is held in Bayinbuluke Town, where Swan Lake is located, from the fourth day to the sixth day of the sixth lunar month. There are horse racing, wrestling, sheep racing, yak racing and other national costumes, national songs and dances and other traditional performances.

There is also a folk culture village in Tulhut. In addition to showing the folk customs of the Turku tribe, there is also a live performance with the theme of the East, which is grand. You don't have to go into the scenic spot, and the grassland scenery along expressway is equally beautiful. Bayinbuluke Town is 5 kilometers from Zhuo Ma with wetland landscape. Compared with surrounding the lake, it is not inferior to free opening.

4. The size of the Dragon Pool

Longtan and Xiaolongchi are two alpine lakes in the depths of Tianshan Mountain, which were formed by melting snow and ice in Tianshan Mountain. The waters are vast and crystal clear. Longtan has a large area and beautiful water color. Tang Xuanzang passed by Longtan when he went west to learn the scriptures, and Longtan was described in his "The Tale of the Western Regions of Datang". The two lakes are about 4 kilometers apart, and both are beside G2 17 National Highway, so you can have a look.

5. Mysterious Grand Canyon in Tianshan Mountain

The entrance of Tianshan Mystery Grand Canyon is located next to G2 17 National Highway. The canyon is about 5.5 kilometers long, and the huge Hongshan Group was formed in the Mesozoic Cretaceous period10.40 billion years ago. After hundreds of millions of years of wind and rain erosion and torrent erosion, the stone walls on both sides have become various shapes, ingenious and lifelike. Entering it, the huge red sand wall seems to be coming at once. If you want to push this "pressure" to the extreme, you can try to see the branch valley and snake valley of the earth.

The only masterpiece completed by human beings in the canyon is Ai Grottoes. Located at the mouth of the canyon, about 1.5km, it was dug on a high cliff, with murals, a large number of Chinese inscriptions and even the name of the provider clearly visible. Because it is located in a high place, it is inconvenient to climb. Compared with other grottoes in the same period, it is quite well preserved here. Unfortunately, it is not open at ordinary times, so we can only look up at the bottom of the valley. You can only take the canyon, and it takes about 3 hours to go back and forth.

It is about 70 kilometers from the mysterious Grand Canyon in Tianshan Mountain to Kuqa, with paved roads, and the driving time is 1.5 hours. The canyons along the way are also beautiful. The Hongshan Stone Forest and Ya Dan are desolate and magnificent. On the way, you will see a road sign, and you can go around 6 kilometers to see Gaha in Qizil. This seemingly inconspicuous loess building is the earliest and best-preserved beacon tower on the Silk Road. It was built during the reign of Xuan Di and has stood on this river bed for nearly two thousand years. Now the residual height is about 13.5 meters, which is expected to be a building with wooden components at the top.

6. Kuqa

Kuqa was already famous when it was called Qiuci. Kuqa, like a sponge, absorbed civilization factors from all directions and reached its peak in the history of western civilization. It's worth staying here for a day. The old town of Kuqa still retains a strong Uighur style. Kuqa Mosque is the largest mosque in Kuqa, second only to Aitig Mosque in Kashgar, with a history of more than 500 years. There is also an ancient religious court in the hospital, which is the only one left in Xinjiang at present. From the back porch here, you can see a quite old Kuqa residence.

Not far away, Kuqa Palace is the former residence of Wuti Mohammad, the last king of Kuqa. The flowers, plants and pomegranate trees planted by him are still full of vitality to welcome tourists. You can learn about the history of 12 Kuqa kings here. Wang Fu Qiuci Museum (formerly Kuqa County Museum) exhibited tens of thousands of cultural relics.

Subashi Buddhist Temple Site (ticket 25 yuan), located 26 kilometers northeast of Kuqa County, was founded in Wei and Jin Dynasties and flourished in Sui and Tang Dynasties. This used to be the royal temple of Qiuci. At present, the scope of the West Temple is less than a quarter of the whole, among which the stupa in the middle of the West Temple and the main hall of the West Temple are well preserved.

When to go: expressway is only open from June to the beginning of 10 every year, and July and August are the best seasons to visit grasslands.

The best shooting location: the mysterious Grand Canyon in Tianshan Mountain, with red rocks like fire.

Best self-driving experience: Dushanzi to Zhuo Ma, winding mountain roads and spectacular scenery.