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Kanas Lake
A glacial lake ringed by golden taiga and snow peaks in the Altai mountains.
Xinjiang
Xinjiang Overview
Xinjiang is China's largest region, where the Silk Road crossed deserts and Pamir peaks. Turpan, Kashgar and Kanas deliver otherworldly landscapes and Uyghur culture.
Admire Kanas Lake's turquoise waters and autumn forest
Wander Kashgar's old town and Sunday bazaar
Explore the Flaming Mountains and Turpan oases
Drive the Karakoram Highway towards the Pamirs
Top attractions
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Kashgar Old Town
Mud-brick lanes, mosques and Silk Road trade at Chinas western frontier.
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Tianchi (Heaven Lake)
An alpine lake beneath Bogda Peak, a cool escape from the desert heat.
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Local food
Da Pan Ji
Big-plate chicken with potatoes and belts of hand-pulled noodles, a Xinjiang feast.
Kawap Skewers
Cumin lamb skewers charred over coals at every night market.
Naan Uyghur Breads
Faceted flatbreads from the tandoor, eaten with tea across the region.
Best time to visit
June-September is ideal; northern Xinjiang peaks in autumn colour (Sept-Oct).
How to get there
Urumqi (URC) is the air hub; internal flights and trains are long, so plan 7-10 days.
Recommended tours
Travel FAQ
Is Xinjiang open to tourists?
Yes - a popular domestic destination with good infrastructure; allow time for permits and checkpoints.
How long?
At least a week for one region; two weeks to combine north and south.
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