How to choose the grasslands in Xinjiang
Choices among the three major grasslands: the three-dimensional landscapes and wildflowers of Kalajun, the maturity and ease of Nalati, the wetland sunsets of Bayinbuluk — how to choose depending on your travel companions.
Karlagun
"Three-dimensional Grassland" — Hills and the Kuokexi Canyon in the same frame, a sea of five-colored flowers in mid-June; top choice for photography and hiking, aside from the shuttle, you can hike the East and West Karlagun connection.
Narat
Most developed: two routes, aerial grassland and river valley grassland, with cable cars and shuttles available, suitable for elders and children; crowded in peak season, enter the park early.
Bayanbulak
Wetland-type grassland, main attractions are the nine twists and eighteen turns of the Kaidu River at sunset and Swan Lake; altitude is 2400 meters, note nighttime temperatures, accommodation is in the town.
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Photography — Karlagun + Bayanbulak; Family — Narat + Sailimu Lake; In-depth — visit all three, six-day Ili loop.