June Flower Season Guide
June in Ili is the month of flowers: the blooming period and photo schedule for lavender in Huocheng, the peak of wildflowers in Kalajun and Nalati, and how to plan accommodation during the flower season.
Lavender
The lavender in Huocheng is at its peak in the first batch in early to mid-June, and in the second batch in mid to late July, there are fewer people; the main parks are the Princess Jieyou Lavender Garden and the Jieyou Farm in Sigong Village. The evening light is the softest.
Prairie Wildflowers
The peak of wildflowers in Kalajun and Nalati is in mid-June: Kalajun's "Five-Color Flower Sea" framed with the three-dimensional grassland is the best prairie spot for photos all year round.
Itinerary Recommendation
Five-day template for the flower season: Yining—Lavender Garden—Sailimu Lake—Kalajun—Nalati. Room prices rise during the flower season, and experiencing a yurt is most comfortable during this time.
Tips to Avoid Pitfalls
Some "flower fields" charge for photography, so check before entering; for photographing beehives from beekeepers, ask for permission first.