Urumqi | Encounter the dreamy scenery of the Western Regions by the salt lake.

Here is a travel guide to the Salt Lake Scenic Area in Xinjiang: Preparation: • Documents: Bring necessary documents such as ID cards. • Clothing: Prepare suitable clothing according to the season. The wind in the salt lake area may be strong, so it is recommended to prepare a windproof jacket. • Sunscreen: Such as sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, etc., because the local sunlight is strong and the ultraviolet radiation is strong. • Camera: The salt lake scenery is magnificent and suitable for taking photos. Prepare a camera or mobile phone to record beautiful moments. • Other items: Such as comfortable shoes, water bottles, etc. Transportation guide: • Self-driving: Drive out of Urumqi and take the Tuhu Highway towards Turpan. After passing the Wulapo Toll Station, the second toll station is the Salt Lake. After passing the Salt Lake Toll Station, go down the Salt Lake Overpass and follow the road signs to find it. • Public transportation: Take the bus to Dabancheng at the suburban bus station on Huanghe Road and get off at the Salt Lake. Play time and best season: • The best time to play is from summer to autumn. At this time, the climate is suitable, the grassland is green, and the lake is rippling. It is the best time to enjoy the beauty of the salt lake. • The opening hours of the scenic area are from April 20th to October 31st, 10:00-20:30; from November 1st to April 19th of the following year, 10:00-19:00. Recommended tour route: • Enter the scenic area: After entering from the entrance of the scenic area, the first thing you see is the white salt beach. You can take photos and check in here to feel the world of salt. • Visit the lake: Stroll by the lake, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and the blue lake, and feel the coolness and tranquility of the lake. • Visit the salt field: Go along the lake and watch the naturally formed salt fields. Observe the shape and color of the salt fields at close range and understand the production process of salt. • Experience project: • Dead Sea Floating: The specific gravity of the salt lake water is relatively large, and people will not sink in the water. Even if you can't swim, you can easily lie on the water to rest and read, and enjoy the fun of floating. This is also a characteristic experience project of the Salt Lake Scenic Area. • Water project: The scenic area has added many large-scale water projects, such as water pedal boats, water castles, etc., suitable for adults and children to play together. • Other entertainment: There are also rainbow slides, go-karts and other projects, you can experience speed and passion. Travelers who like excitement can try to slide salt from a mountain more than 30 or 40 meters high. • Grassland walk: After leaving the salt field, go to the nearby grassland, feel the vastness and tranquility of the grassland under the blue sky and white clouds, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the green grass, and you can also rest and picnic on the grassland. • Watch the sunset (if time is appropriate): In the evening, enjoy the beautiful sunset on the edge of the salt lake. The gorgeous sunset reflects the vast salt beach and lake, which is very spectacular. Catering recommendation: • There are some snack stalls and restaurants in the scenic area, providing simple food and drinks. • You can taste Xinjiang specialty dishes, such as roast whole lamb, pilaf, and mutton skewers. • There is a street of spicy chicken near the salt lake in Chaiwobao. After the tour, you can go to taste the delicious spicy chicken and pilaf and other local specialties. Precautions: • Do a good job of sun protection and heatstroke prevention, and replenish water in time. • Respect the natural environment and do not litter at will. • Pay attention to safety when experiencing Dead Sea floating and other water projects, and follow the guidance of the staff. • If you take public transportation, pay attention to the bus time to avoid missing the return vehicle. • People over 60 years old are not allowed to take the car alone. They must be accompanied by at least one relative to take the car and sign a health agreement.