Traditional Culture Encyclopedia - Travel guide - Starting from Urumqi, Xinjiang, the nine most beautiful self-driving routes in China must be visited once in a lifetime.

Starting from Urumqi, Xinjiang, the nine most beautiful self-driving routes in China must be visited once in a lifetime.

Nothing can stop our yearning for freedom! We all have an passionate heart, eager to measure the earth with wheels and see the distant scenery! The road extends under the wheels, across the mountains, across the plains and across the rivers, so let's have a go on road trip!

Silk Road (China Section)

Recommended reason

The Silk Road is a land passage opened by Zhang Qian in the Western Han Dynasty, starting from Chang 'an (now Xi 'an), passing through Gansu and Xinjiang, reaching Central Asia and West Asia, and connecting Mediterranean countries. Because silk products have the greatest influence on the goods transported to the west, it is named. The eastern and middle sections of the Silk Road are both in China, with a length of about 4,000 kilometers from east to west. It is a classic route to cross the northwest of China by car.

way to travel

Hami -G3 12 (404km-Turpan-G312 (192km-Urumqi-G217 (899km-Aksu-G312 (404 (463)

Surrounding scenic spots

Maijishan Grottoes, Leitai Han Tomb, Big Buddha Temple, Jiayuguan Ancient Town, Mogao Grottoes, Crescent Spring, Yumenguan Ruins, Hami Hui Wang Fu, Huoyan Mountain, Gaochang Ancient Town, Jiaohe Ancient Town, Kashigar Ancient Town and Aitige Mosque.

The most beautiful national highway 2 14

Recommended reason

National Highway 2 14 is the humanistic road in China, which has the richest human and historical resources and the highest altitude. Starting from the eaves of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, it extends from Xining to the southwest and enters the hinterland of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, and begins the journey of crossing the source of the Yellow River, the Yangtze River, the Jinsha River and the Lancang River. The altitude difference along the way is several thousand meters, with amazing natural scenery, rich history and culture and broad religious space.

way to travel

Urumqi-Xining -G 20 14(50k m- Huangyuan County-G 2014 (90 km-* * Hexian County -G 2 14(265km- Huashixia -G 2 14(72k m-) Kloc-0/4 to S 365438- Yushu County -G 2 14(20k m- Batang Township -G 2 14(70km- Xialaxiu Township -G 2 14(80km- Nangqian County-G 2/Kloc-0

Surrounding scenic spots

Qinghai Lake, Ta 'er Temple, Eren Lake, Daotang River, Bayan Karakou, Princess Wencheng Temple, Dana Temple, Kano Ruins, Made Snow Mountain, Enda Hot Spring Waterfall, butterfly spring, Lijiang Ancient Town and Wild Elephant Valley.

From zero height to the highest point

Recommended reason

The concept of altitude can't be felt by people who stay at home on weekdays, but if you choose to drive from Shanghai with zero altitude to Mount Everest on the roof of the world, the ever-changing natural scenery will make you clearly understand what "rising" means. Body, vehicle, technology, will, interest and social interaction are all things that need to be tested along the way. Maybe after this journey, you will get to know everyone in your field again. Only when you have experienced it, will you know that you should cherish the happiness of the world you used to live in.

way to travel

Urumqi-Chengdu-Chengya expressway, g 3 18(325km- Ganzi -g 3 18( 1368km- Linzhi -g 3 18(403km- Lhasa-G 318).

Surrounding scenic spots

Potala Palace, Mount Everest, Norbulingka, Jokhang Temple, Basongcuo, Zhouzhuang Town, Lushan Mountain, Wuyuan, Huangshan Mountain, Shijiu Lake Wetland, Yajiage, Emei Mountain, Enshi Grand Canyon, Three Gorges Dam and Jingdezhen.

Crossing the new Tibet line

Recommended reason

There are n ways to get from Xinjiang to Tibet. However, taking the new Tibetan road is only the individual idea of individual cattle people. Countless heroes were tortured to death on this road. Maybe everyone has seen too much hardships on the way. The desolate scenery and harsh environment can be called a topic to test people's will. If you have enough courage and skills, then take a look at Xinzang Road, and don't wait until the asphalt road there is paved to regret it.

way to travel

Urumqi-Lianhuo Expressway (243km- Kuitun -G 2 17(555km- Kuqa -G 3 14(256km- Aksu -G 3 14(463km- Kashgar-G 315)

Surrounding scenic spots

Sugong Pagoda, Kangjia Shimenzi Rock Painting, Duku Highway Monument, Tamboura Grassland, Kuqa Longtan, Kucha Ancient City, Kuqa Temple, Baicheng Qizil Thousand Buddha Cave, Kashgar Ancient City, Aitig Mosque, ChristianRandPhillips Tomb, Bangong Lake, Namco Nature Reserve and Potala Palace.

Tourism Taklimakan

Recommended reason

Taklimakan Desert is located in the middle of Tarim Basin in Xinjiang, China. It is the largest desert in China, the second largest desert in the world and the largest mobile desert in the world. Among the major deserts in the world, the Taklimakan Desert is the most mysterious and fascinating one. The legendary Silk Road connects China with Central Asia and Europe and extends along the northern and western edges of the Taklimakan Desert. In recent years, more and more attention has been paid to the "Ring Tower Rally", which is precisely around the car-restricted movement in the Taklimakan Desert. It's nice to be able to drive around the racing track.

way to travel

Urumqi-Tuwu expressway, g 3 14(480km- Korla -g 3 14( 152km- Luntai -g 3 14( 129km- Kuqa-G 3/Kloc).

Surrounding scenic spots

Sugong Pagoda, Kangjia Shimenzi Rock Painting, Duku Highway Monument, Tamboura Grassland, Kuqa Longtan, Kucha Ancient City, Kuqa Temple, Baicheng Qizil Thousand Buddha Cave, Kashgar Ancient City, Aitiga Mosque, ChristianRandPhillips Tomb, Youtegan Ancient City, Yutian Aitika Mosque, Milan Ruins, Luobu Village.

Ice and snow break into Mohe River

Recommended reason

In Mohe County, the northernmost part of China, there is a northernmost Mohe village, also called Arctic Village. Everything in the village is the northernmost in China: from the northernmost post, the northernmost family, the northernmost post office to the northernmost restaurant and the northernmost toilet. The special geographical location endows this ordinary border town with special charm. 10 years ago, the local government lost no time in making Arctic Village the northernmost tourist attraction in China. Because of latitude, the winter in the south of China is still 30℃ warm, and Mohe is already a cold night of MINUS 50℃. Do you want to drive to experience this kind of trip with a temperature difference of 80℃?

way to travel

Urumqi-Shenyang-Shenyang-Harbin expressway (292km- Changchun-Shenyang-Harbin expressway (274km- Harbin-Harbin expressway (303km- Qiqihar -g 1 1(249km- Nenjiang -S207(470km- Tahe-S207 (.

Surrounding scenic spots

Harbin Flood Control Memorial Tower, Ice and Snow World, Aershan National Forest Park, Sun Island Scenic Area, Zhalong Nature Reserve, Wudalianchi Scenic Area, Shengshan Hunting Ground, Ilaha Jintucheng Site, and Yanzhigou in Arctic Village.

Surfing on the southeast coastline

Recommended reason

Sunshine, seafood, beach, clear water and cloudy sky, when these elements are combined together, constitute a wonderful fairyland of the golden coastline. China has a long coastline, especially the southeast coastline, which is like a pearl necklace, connecting beautiful cities with convenient expressway. If you have deep feelings for the sea and love for sand, you might as well take a trip to Binhai Avenue. Blowing the sea breeze, tasting delicious food and even sunbathing on the roof, why not? Don't miss the summer vacation. Of course, this line is a good place to spend the winter vacation.

way to travel

Urumqi-Ningbo-Yongtaiwen Expressway (593km- Fuzhou-Shenhai Expressway (27 1km- Xiamen-Guanghui Expressway (708km- Guangfo Expressway, Fokai Expressway, Kaiyang Expressway and Maozhan Expressway (579km- Beihai)

Surrounding scenic spots

Qiantang River, Lingyin Temple, West Lake, Yandang Mountain, Gulangyu Island, Red Bay, Pinghai Ancient City, Kongtong Rock Scenic Area, Beihai Silver Beach and Weizhou Island.

Secai shangri-la

Recommended reason

Since the publication of The Lost Horizon of Shangri-La by American novelist james hilton, the Shangri-La depicted in the novel has aroused the yearning of countless people. Linguistically speaking, Shangri-La is Tibetan, meaning "the sun and moon in my heart", and its English pronunciation originated from Zhongdian Tibetan dialect. The people of Shangri-La have inherited the fine legend of harmony between man and nature in Tibetan culture, abandoned the old concept of rejecting modern scientific and technological achievements, and become one of the richest Tibetan areas in China. Because of its infinite scenery and mysterious folk customs, countless people are attracted to Shangri-La, even in every season.

way to travel

Urumqi-Chengdu-Chengya expressway (14 1km- Ya 'an -g 3 18( 188km- Ganzi -g 3 18(284km- Litang-G 2/kloc).

Surrounding scenic spots

Luding Bridge, Dujiangyan, Xiling Snow Mountain, Bipenggou, Siguniang Mountain, Wolong Nature Reserve, Changping Valley, Mugecuo Scenic Area, Shangli Ancient Town, Xilai Ancient Town and Kuanzhai Lane.

Cangdong east ring road

Everyone has a dream of Tibet, especially driving into Tibet. But if there is not enough time to measure every inch of land in Tibet, is there any way to miss all kinds of expressions in Tibet? The answer is yes. As long as you drive through the East-West Tibet Ring Road, you can appreciate all kinds of charms of Tibet in the shortest time. Lhasa, Shannan region, Linzhi region, Qamdo region, Naqu region, and the surrounding areas of eastern Tibet, whether it is the vast and desolate plateau grassland and snowy mountain pasture you have been longing for, or the unexpected high mountains and deep valleys, torrent forests and pastoral scenery, will break into your field of vision before you are psychologically prepared, allowing you to conquer all kinds of complicated road conditions in Tibet and let your eyes and mind fly to heaven.

way to travel

Urumqi-Lhasa -G3 18, s101(158km-Naidong -S306(220km- Langxian -S306(242km- Linzhi-G318 (.

Surrounding scenic spots

Carula Glacier, Namco Nature Reserve, Tomb of Tibetan Kings, Zhagonggou Scenic Area, Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon, Lulang Linhai, Ranwu Lake, Bomijia Huarong and Basongcuo.