Tianshan Tianchi Road Travel Guide Is Tianshan Tianchi fun?

Tianchi is located in Xinjiang, China. It was once the basis of the Tianshan sect in Jin Yong's martial arts novels. It has tall snow-capped mountains and glaciers, as well as endless deserts and grasslands. The climate here is unpredictable and the natural environment is extremely harsh, but at the same time it has not been destroyed by humans. You can see the unique charm of nature.

Tianshan Tianchi

Tianchi, known as Yaochi in ancient times, is located halfway up the northern slope of Bogda Peak in Fukang City, Xinjiang, surrounded by lakes and mountains. It is a national 5A tourist attraction.

Usually the sky in Tianchi is blue, the sun is shining brightly, and the air is fresh. Look at the data on the display one day earlier this year. The average negative oxygen ions are 66,300 per cubic centimeter, which is much higher than the standard concentration of negative oxygen ions in fresh air stipulated by the World Health Organization (not less than 1,000-1,500 per cubic centimeter of air). It is worthy of being called a "natural oxygen bar!"

Tianchi Negative Oxygen Ions

The place where I work and live is located at the foot of Tianshan Mountain, about 50 kilometers away from Tianchi. I often go hiking in Tianchi to enjoy the gifts of nature.

Tianchi Scenic Area is not open to the public throughout the year during snow removal, but is open to the public at other times. During the peak tourist season in summer, the ticket is 220 yuan/person; in winter, it is 90 yuan/person. 500 yuan/person per year, no limit to the number of times.

The scenic spot has convenient transportation. In summer, tourists have to take a shuttle bus to the mountains; in winter, private cars can drive directly to the mountain parking lot and then transfer to the shuttle bus to the lake. Look at the fleet of Jeep private cars I met at the beginning of this year (there is still a row that I haven’t photographed). Is it neat and elegant?

Jeep convoy going up the mountain in winter

From the mountain parking lot to the lake, you can either take a car or walk. We usually walk up the mountain and get off by car (going down the mountain is not good for the knees).

There are two hiking routes, East Tianchi and West Tianchi. In addition to the different scenery in each season, there is a stone step trail to the east, which is hard and steep. The trails in the west are mostly wooden plank roads, which are slightly gentle and beautiful. The most important thing is that the beautiful scenery along the way is panoramic. Personally, I prefer to go the western route.

At first, hiking to Tianchi was a bit difficult for me because I sit in the office for a long time and don’t like to exercise. It won’t take long before you’re out of breath, your heart is racing, and you’re feeling dizzy. From time to time I would ask, "How long will it take for us to reach the top of the mountain?" Sometimes I was very tired. My leg muscles feel sore every time I go up a step, and I don’t want to walk anymore.

I exercise ten times a year, and my physical fitness improves significantly. I went to Mount Emei during the May Day holiday and walked nearly 18 kilometers of mountain roads in one day (the last 3.5 kilometers was a trot). I find it incredible.

Ice Conch

In winter, I was dazzled by the beautiful scenery of Xixiao Tianchi. Ice snails, ice mushrooms, ice birds, ice beauties, and ice flowers deeply attracted me, and I had to marvel at the magic of nature!

Ice Mushrooms

They are also bodies of ice. Some are washed away by running water and melt, disappearing without a trace; but some are also carved into various shapes by the ingenuity of nature. A unique "masterpiece", breathtaking!

Ice Bird

The bird's-eye view of the dolphin-like ice sculptures shocks people's vision, allowing those who are destined to explore their imagination and give the answers in their hearts.

Ice Queen

Look, the ice beauty’s deep eyes, long eyelashes, round chin, and slightly parted lips are so lifelike. The shortcomings are that the nose carving is not perfect and the forehead is slightly larger, which is a bit regretful.

Ice Flowers

The exquisite "natural ice sculptures" created by the snowy water of Tianshan Mountain from the West Tianchi Trail in winter also melt as the weather gets warmer and no longer exist. It has been permanently fixed in precious photos and in the memory of last winter.

In addition to ice, the snow in Tianchi is also loved by people. For northerners, snow is a common occurrence, but it is different for southerners. Once, on the downhill shuttle bus, a female tourist with a Jiangsu and Zhejiang accent was very excited to see the snow and said: "It's so beautiful! So exciting!"

I understand her mood, it's like living in the Gobi Just like on the beach, I love the scenery around me that I have never seen before. I can't forget the colorful scenery

North Xinjiang north of the Tianshan Mountains has an extremely cold winter. There are several folk proverbs: You can't reach out in 1929, but you can freeze pigs and dogs in 3949. In the coldest year of 3949, the ice thickness of Tianchi could reach about 1m. Even though it's so cold, there are still many couples coming here to take wedding photos and record the beautiful beginning of their new life.

In addition, an ice channel has been cleared on the lake for tourists to skate on. Although skating is not as grand and intense as dragon boating, it is still very interesting.

Skating boat

One day at the beginning of the year, I went to Tianchi and saw two teams of young people competing on a skating boat. When the drummer beats the drum to give orders, the teammates also work hard, but after all, it is on slippery ice and it is not easy to move forward smoothly. Due to the different forces on both sides, the ice ship will drift from time to time, and finally the speed will be faster due to the push of people.

Although it is cold in winter, I am moved and infected by the beautiful scenery and the enthusiasm of the happy people. Once again It touched my deep yearning for nature.

Melting Lake

As winter turns to spring, the ice and snow melt. The ice on the lake slowly melts along the shore towards the center of the lake, and the beach, lake, ice and snow, and mountains form a beautiful picture under the blue sky.

However, in northern Xinjiang, the short spring has passed, and there are not many memories. Say goodbye to the harsh winter and welcome the hot summer. Tianchi also presents the most beautiful scenery to the world, making people forget to leave.

Kazakh Clothing Photography Shop

The light green grassland on the west bank of the lake, the colorful Kazakh costumes hanging on hangers, the green lake water, and the cruise ships in the water are also a unique scenery.

The Kazakhs are an ethnic minority in my country, with a population of about 1.6 million, mainly distributed in the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture in Xinjiang. I used to live in animal husbandry, but now many people live in cities. Clothing photography in tourist areas is also a good choice (20 yuan/person). Mainland tourists are more interested in wearing national costumes, feeling the national customs, accompanying the beautiful scenery, and leaving special memories.

Cruise Boat

These three photos were edited by Lightroom after reading an article in "Jianshu". Bright and dazzling.

The Silent Pier

The lakeside pier is not as lively as the big pier seen on TV. There were no bustling crowds or buzzing sirens. There were only two yachts and a small boat parked quietly on the shore. A person above the pier looked into the distance, as if waiting for the cruise ship to return.

Sidewalk

There is a gentle sightseeing trail about 2 meters wide beside Nantianchi Lakeside Road. In early summer, you can bathe in the sunshine, stroll by the lake, or sit quietly, looking at the rolling snow-capped mountains in the distance, admiring the beautiful scenery of water and sky, and enjoying the tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It feels very comfortable.

Lakeside Rest Area

Xiaoxi Tianchi is located in the northwest of Tianchi and has some unique scenery in summer. Xiaotianchi was called "Yumaitan" in ancient times. According to legend, it was the "footbath of the Queen Mother", also known as "Xiaolongtan". She likes the quiet beauty and sophistication. Every time she comes here she will stop for a minute to watch or take photos.

Xiaotianchi

This lake has various colors and levels. The lake in the south is turquoise, the breeze is blowing, and the calm lake surface is rippled, making the pine towers in Yinyin Lake show a faint beauty. Near the observation deck in the north, the lake surface is calm and crystal clear, with moss on the bottom. By the lake, the blue sky-like colors meet moss-green irregularly, making the whole picture brighter, like an ink painting.

Some people often say that when you return from Jiuzhaigou, you don’t look at the water, but how can this picture make people disgusted?

Mountain rest area

There are not too many decorative rest areas during the climbing process. It is simple and practical, more harmonious with the surrounding environment, and without losing the concept of humanized design.

Xiaotianchi Waterfall

The attraction of Xiaotianchi Waterfall is the "Jade Belt Screen" or "Ice Pool Screen", which appropriately depicts the waterfall scenery in summer and winter. Even in winter, green can still be seen around the waterfall.

Shishang Juniper

Alone on the rock, it absorbs the nutrients of the limited mountain soil above the rock and grows tenaciously and calmly, making her every day wonderful. Fear of the future.

Small Tianchi and water

The beauty of Tianchi is overwhelming. You are in a good mood to appreciate the scenery and feel it with your heart. I believe there will be more surprises waiting for you and me.