Things to note when traveling to southern Xinjiang What are the things to note when traveling to southern Xinjiang

1. "Wearing a fur coat in the morning, wearing a gauze in the afternoon, and eating watermelon around the stove" is a typical portrayal of Xinjiang's climate. There is a large temperature difference between day and night, and there are significant climate differences in different seasons and altitudes. In case of bad weather, the temperature may be warm and cold at first, so please pay attention to add or remove clothes in time to prepare for cold and heatstroke. The temperature difference between morning and evening can reach about 10 to 15 degrees. For example, in the Pamir Plateau, you need to prepare autumn clothes or thin sweaters at night in summer. There are different days on the plateau, and there are four seasons in one day. In the hinterland of the desert with a relatively low altitude, the afternoon temperature is as high as Over 40 degrees. The colder season in southern Xinjiang is different from that in northern Xinjiang. The coldest season is only from December to the end of January, and the lowest temperature does not exceed minus 15-20 degrees. Unlike northern Xinjiang, the winter is very long.

2. Some areas in southern Xinjiang, such as the Pamir Plateau, have high altitudes and strong ultraviolet radiation. For example, the highest temperature in the Turpan Basin in summer can reach more than 45 degrees. Therefore, please bring sun protection items, as well as heat-clearing and heatstroke-preventing medicines or granules, and even oxygen and medicines to prevent altitude sickness.

3. The climate in southern Xinjiang is dry and windy and sandy. It is recommended that you drink more water and prepare lip balm to prevent getting angry and dry skin.

4. The route in Nanjiang is long and the scenic spots are scattered. Therefore, it is easy to get tired after riding for a long time. Please be prepared for hardship and pay attention to rest. When traveling in southern Xinjiang, some scenic spots require you to get off the car and walk, climb mountains or ride horses. It is recommended that you prepare a pair of comfortable and easy-to-walk outdoor shoes before departure.