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0.5-1 hour6-Day Tour of Southern Xinjiang
Southern Xinjiang, a place abundant with exotic customs, a place of song and dance, a place of fiery passion, has a culture and human interaction vastly different from the inland. The fruits here are so sweet, the lands so vast. Come and see the landscapes of Southern Xinjiang, and experience the unique scenery and people! Recommended Itinerary: D1: Kashgar - White Sand Lake ~ Karakul Lake - Stone City Jinhaitan - Taxkorgan D2: Taxkorgan - Panlong Ancient Path - Bandier Blue Lake - Tashkurgan Viewing Platform - Secret Tree Hole - Kashgar D3: Kashgar - Yingjisha Knife Village - Shache Grand Palace - Hotan D4: Hotan - Jotkan Ancient City - Aral D5: Aral - 359th Regiment Memorial Hall - Wen Su Grand Canyon Aksu D6: Aksu - Daolang Tribe - Kashgar Old Town - Kashgar
Alexander_Morgan.61
In Xinjiang, one truly feels that life is a wilderness
Snow-capped mountains and lakes🏔️, forest cabins🏕️, meadows with flocks of sheep🐑, hillsides covered with wildflowers🌸, and clouds straight out of a Miyazaki Hayao animation☁️ I declare, Xinjiang is indeed a divine-level breathtaking landscape! ❣️【Must-Visit Attractions】 🏖️Shache Kazarqi 🏖️Baisha Lake 🏖️Karaku Lake 🏖️Stone City 🏖️Jincaotan 🏖️Caiyun Renjia 🏖️Panlong Ancient Path 🏖️Century-Old Teahouse 🏖️Pamir Plateau Apricot Blossoms
melia Juliet
Escape the summer heat with a trip to Xinjiang, and explore the Panlong Ancient Road by self-driving
In a trip to Southern Xinjiang, Taxkorgan is definitely a highlight. And if you go to Taxkorgan, you must take a trip on the Panlong Ancient Road. This mountain road located in the southern part of Taxkorgan became famous on the internet a few years ago because of a sign. Starting from 2023, the Panlong Ancient Road began to implement one-way traffic, which not only improved traffic efficiency but also avoided many safety hazards. The 35-kilometer mountain road has more than 600 bends, and the altitude can reach up to 4200 meters at the highest point. This presents a significant challenge to both the vehicle and the driver's skills. ➡️Route: Enter through the Big Panlong and exit through the Small Panlong 🚗Specific route: Depart from Taxkorgan, take the G314 national highway towards the Red Flag La Port border, enter at the Z710 route, and exit from the Waqia Township junction The road conditions of the Panlong Ancient Road are now very good, and small cars can actually complete the route without any pressure. We also saw many new energy vehicles here, which are also under no pressure. However, due to the downhill route and many sharp turns, one must drive cautiously and pay attention to the road conditions There are many viewing platforms along the entire Panlong Ancient Road, and there are parking lots near the viewing platforms, so taking photos is not difficult. Among them, the famous viewing platforms include: Big Panlong, Dragon Turning Back, Twin Dragons Playing with Pearls, Water Sleeve, Wanglong Pavilion, Dragon Ridge Mountain Trail, Small Panlong, etc. The Panlong Ancient Road may be closed due to weather, so be sure to check the weather forecast before you go. Additionally, due to the one-way traffic, once you enter, there is no turning back, you can only move forward ⚠️Other precautions 🚗Only vehicles with 7 seats or less are allowed, make sure your vehicle complies 🪪A border pass is required to enter Taxkorgan, which can be obtained in Kashgar ☁️The weather is changeable, with large temperature differences, pay attention to dressing appropriately 🌞The ultraviolet radiation is very strong, remember to use sun protection
CelestialWhisperingGlow
A 4,000-kilometer obsession, all for that road sign: the legendary self-driving journey on the Panlong Ancient Road, where despair meets healing
🚗 Driving on a road that seems to twist fate itself, does every turn feel like surmounting a major mountain in life? 🚗💨 In Taxkorgan, Kashgar region of Xinjiang, China, lies such a magical road—Panlong Ancient Road. It's not just a road, but a journey that strikes the soul. 🌟 📍 Starting point: Taxkorgan, the shining pearl of Xinjiang 🌄 Embarking from Taxkorgan, you are about to set foot on this miraculous road, known as the 'must-drive road of a lifetime'. Imagine, over 600 S-shaped turns winding through mountains averaging 4,100 meters in altitude, each bend a test of courage and determination. 🏔️ 🚗 Self-driving guide 🗺️ - Route revelation: Start with the 'Little Panlong', taking in the winding beauty of Panlong Ancient Road from a lower angle. Navigate directly to the Congling Lake scenic area, then turn onto a side road; next, set the village of Xiabuzikala as your destination, following the road signs to face the challenge of Little Panlong. 🌄 🏞️ - Ultimate goal: Big Panlong. After a warm-up, why not continue to the Big Panlong. Despite the longer distance and denser curves, when you stand in front of the marker at 4,216 meters altitude, all fatigue will vanish. Below the kilometer mark, the slogan 'From now on, life is a smooth road' is the perfect interpretation of this journey. 🌈 💡 Thoughtful Tips ①🚁 - Aerial perspective: Don't forget to bring a drone for a bird's-eye view, the posture of Panlong will be even more stunning. ②💊 - Companion for motion sickness: With many turns and perilous roads, have motion sickness medication ready to ensure a comfortable experience. ③📡 - Offline maps: The signal may be unstable, download offline maps for worry-free navigation. ④🍜 - Energy replenishment: Bring your own dry food and water, the little sure happiness in the long journey. 🌈 When life gives you lemons, come to Panlong Ancient Road and turn them into lemon soda** 🍋 On Panlong Ancient Road, behind every desperate turn, there is an unexpected healing waiting for you. 🛤️ Here, you will deeply understand that no matter how tortuous the road of life is, there is always that road sign telling you: 'From now on, life is a smooth road'.🛣️
ScarlettFletcher47
Xinjiang Southern Xinjiang Panlong Ancient Road Loop Guide
Panlong Ancient Road, the "electrocardiogram" in the Kunlun Mountains, although only 30 kilometers long, the altitude rises sharply from 3000 meters to 4200 meters. From a distance, the Panlong Ancient Road looks like a winding giant dragon lying in the mountains. It is said that Xuanzang passed through here, making it a crucial route over the Kunlun Mountain ridge. The scenery along the way is mysterious, astonishing, and spectacular, attracting many visitors. The entire road twists and turns, with over 600 S-shaped bends on the mountain road. Whether for visual impact or driving experience, it will make your adrenaline soar. It is recommended to spend 5 hours for the entire journey. Starting from Tashkurgan, you can take a loop regardless of which side you start from. For photography, it is suggested to drive along the road and find a place where you can overlook the road for shooting. You can also fly a drone here. The healing phrase "Today I have walked all the winding roads, from now on life will be smooth" can be seen at the entrances and exits of both the Big and Small Panlong. Route Navigation 1. Enter from Big Panlong and exit from Small Panlong Starting from Tashkurgan, head towards Hongqilafu along National Highway 314 for about 23 km. After seeing the sign for Wacha Township, continue for about 100 meters, then turn left into the Panlong Ancient Road towards Wacha Township. This officially marks the beginning of the Panlong Ancient Road. Along the way, you will pass through Big Panlong → Small Panlong → Xiabuzikala Village → Kaneryang Village → Xiabandi Reservoir → Congling No. 1 Tunnel → Quman Checkpoint, and finally return to National Highway 314 back to Tashkurgan. 2. Enter from Small Panlong and exit from Big Panlong Starting from Tashkurgan, head towards Kashgar along National Highway 314. About 100 meters before the Quman Checkpoint, there is a painted gate of the Xiabandi Water Conservancy Project on the right side of the road. Turn right into County Road 613. Along the way, you will pass through Congling No. 1 Tunnel. After exiting the tunnel, there is a fork in the road. Going straight leads to Tal Township and Datong Township, and you can reach Shache County. The famous "Tasha Ancient Road" starts here. Turn right towards Kaneryang Village and Wacha Township; turn right towards Xiabandi Reservoir, cross the bridge and turn left → Kaneryang Village → Xiabuzikala Village. Seeing the "Panlong Ancient Road" sign, turn right → Small Panlong → Big Panlong, and finally return to National Highway 314 back to Tashkurgan. Tips 1. From November to April of the following year, due to snowfall in Tashkurgan, the entire Panlong Ancient Road is closed, and cars can only reach the bottom of the Small Panlong Ancient Road. 2. To enter Tashkurgan, you need to apply for a border communication permit (Kashgar Self-driving Camp, weekdays 10:00-13:30, 16:00-19:30; weekends 10:30-13:30, 16:00-19:00). 3. Be careful of altitude sickness in high-altitude areas, avoid strenuous exercise, and pay attention to sun protection as ultraviolet rays are strong.
新疆康輝大自然國際旅行社有限責任公司
Travel to Tashkurgan County
Last September, I visited Tashkurgan. We traveled through the China-Pakistan International Friendship Highway, passing by Lake Basha, Lake Karakul, and under the watch of Gongger and Muztagh peaks, we arrived in Tashkurgan. We reached the Wakhan Corridor, Red Flag Lap, Stone City, Panlong Ancient Path, and Bandier Lake. The unforgettable sea buckthorn by the roadside, the trees full of wild jujubes, so many delicious fruits, and the different beautiful sceneries every day: snow-capped mountains, deserts, lakes... All these are imprinted in my mind and often enter my dreams! This year's May Day holiday, I set off for Tashkurgan with my children again! Different seasons offer different views, but all are equally beautiful! This time, it took us four days, and on the way back from Tashkurgan to Kashgar, we experienced all four seasons in one day! Especially at the foot of Muztagh Peak, we did not want to leave. That night, there was a flurry of heavy snow, followed by a brilliant starry sky, and then a bright sunny morning. At the guesthouse 'Encounter with Muztagh Peak,' we had a perfect view of the Gongger to Muztagh peaks' snow-capped mountain range and their reflections in Karakul Lake...
damien_jasper_weston
8-Day Tour of Southern Xinjiang
Kashgar: A millennium-old city sleeping in the desert sands. One hasn't truly been to Xinjiang without visiting Kashgar, a statement full of vigor that is still written on the walls of the ancient city to this day. Here, you can experience the local customs and the warmth of the Uyghur people, as well as taste the unique cuisine of Xinjiang! The famous Handarwaza Food Street is located in the East District. All are delicious Xinjiang foods, from yogurt shaved ice to yogurt zongzi, from spicy lamb trotters to grilled kebabs, Kashgar is also the city with the latest sunset~ The sun still shines warmly at 9:30 pm as you stroll through the ancient city~ Aimlessly wandering through the Kashgar ancient city, which is like a maze, every window, every door, every alley, and every shop is full of exotic charm~ : Day 1: From all over the country to Kashgar Day 2: Kashgar - Kashgar Ancient City - Id Kah Mosque - Hundred-Year-Old Teahouse Day 3: Kashgar - White Sand Mountain - White Sand Lake - Karakul Lake - Tashkurgan Day 4: Taxkorgan County - Panlong Ancient Path - Kangxiwa Village - Bandier Lake - Almaliq Village - Taxkorgan County Day 5: Tashkurgan - Golden Beach - Stone City - Oytag Glacier Park - Kashgar Day 6: Kashgar - Shache Royal Mansion - Yerqiang Khan Mausoleum - Shache Day 7: Shache - Yingjisha Pottery Village - Kashgar Day 8: Kashgar - Back to all over the country
bitterer.brianna
Talk about the strength you have after returning from Xinjiang
I miss the forests and grasslands hidden in the scrolls - Qiaxi I miss the last tear of the Atlantic - Sayram Lake I miss the self-driving paradise - Panlong Ancient Road I miss the mysterious valley at the Wuqia border - Red Valley I miss the fairyland on the Pamir Plateau - Baisha Lake I miss the last ray of sunlight of the motherland - the Western Extremity In the deep night where the horses roam freely I miss every piece of land in the great Northwest I want to experience your four seasons Feel your glaciers, rivers, forests, grasslands
Genevieve Leuschke
South Xinjiang Travel Guide | A trip worth taking, don't miss these beautiful itineraries
South Xinjiang, as the southern part of the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China, is famous for its unique natural scenery and rich ethnic customs. 🌟Main attractions introduction: Kashgar Old City: An ancient city full of Islamic style and Uyghur ethnic customs, with attractions like the Ga'er Old Town and Id Kah Mosque. Taxkorgan (Tashkurgan): Located on the Pamir Plateau, it features ancient city ruins called Stone City, as well as natural landscapes like White Sand Lake and White Sand Mountain. Muztagh Ata and Karakul Lake: Known as the 'Father of Glaciers', Muztagh Ata, and the profound Karakul Lake. Panlong Ancient Path: Located in Wacha Township of Taxkorgan, a spectacular ancient path in the Kunlun Mountains. Tashkurgan Ancient Path: An ancient path from Taxkorgan to Shache County, with beautiful scenery along the way. Shache County: The ancient kingdom of Shache, the terminal of the southern Silk Road, famous for silk and music. Taklamakan Desert: The world's second-largest desert, the golden season for crossing the desert is from late October to mid-November. 🗓Best time to travel: - The natural scenery of South Xinjiang is most beautiful in autumn, especially in mid-October when the poplar trees turn yellow. It is recommended to travel at the end of October to avoid the National Day and Poplar Festival. 🗓Specific itinerary: Day 1: Fly to Kashgar, stay in the city, and visit Ga'er Old Street at night. Day 2: Head to Karakul Lake, visit White Sand Lake and White Sand Mountain, and stay overnight in a Kyrgyz guesthouse. Day 3: Go to Taxkorgan, visit Stone City, and stay overnight in Taxkorgan. Day 4: Leave Taxkorgan, pass through Ararat Grassland, take the Panlong Ancient Path, and stay overnight in Tashkurgan Tajik Township. Day 5: Cross the Tashkurgan Ancient Path to reach Shache County, and stay overnight there. Day 6: Explore the Taklamakan Desert and return to stay in Shache County. Day 7: Head to Kashgar city to continue exploring the ancient city of Kashgar. Day 8: Leave Kashgar and return. 📝Tips: Xinjiang is vast, and car rides may be long, so those who get carsick should prepare motion sickness medicine. Security checks in Xinjiang are strict; carry your ID card with you. There is a large temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang; bring enough warm clothing and pay attention to sun protection. It is not recommended for visitors from other places to drive themselves due to strict speed limits and enforcement; it is better to take a local's car. Network signals are good in most areas, but may be slightly poor at high altitudes or uninhabited areas. 🏨Accommodation strategy - You can choose to stay in an RV throughout the trip, which is economical and convenient, and you won't miss the essential attractions. Other suggestions: - If you want to deeply explore South Xinjiang, you may need half a month to experience the local bazaars and cultural customs.
KASEN CURTIS
11-Day 10-Night Travel Guide for Southern Xinjiang
If you can only visit Xinjiang once, you might as well start with Southern Xinjiang. Here, you'll find not only the rich Western Region culture but also the magnificent Pamir Plateau landscapes. In the desert live the centuries-old Loulan people, the grand canyons boast Danxia landforms, blue lakes lie at the foot of snow-capped mountains, and ancient paths carry the history of the Silk Road.... Experience the old times in Kashgar - Kashgar Old Town Travel through China's most dangerous and magnificent road - Karakoram Highway A pure canvas interwoven with white sand and blue lake - Baisar Lake The path once taken by Xuanzang on his return from the West - Tashkurgan Ancient Path Reflecting the towering peaks like a mirror - Karakul Lake The winding Kunlun dragon - Panlong Ancient Path Recommended 11-Day Itinerary for Southern Xinjiang D1: Various places → Urumqi D2: Urumqi → Bosten Lake → Hoshul D3: Hoshul → Loulan Village → Kuqa D4: Kuqa → Wensu Grand Canyon → Aksu D5: Aksu → Desert Highway → Jiaohe Ancient City → Hotan D6: Hotan → Zepu Poplar Forest → Yarkant King's Palace → Yarkant D7: Yarkant → Kashgar Old Town → Kashgar D8: Kashgar → Oytag Glacier Park → Baisar Lake → Taxkorgan D9: Taxkorgan → Panlong Ancient Path → Bandier Blue Lake → Jinhua Beach Stone City → Karakul Lake → Kashgar D10: Kashgar → Shell Mountain → China's Westernmost Point → Kashgar D11: Kashgar → Airport drop-off 【tips】 The temperature difference between morning and evening in Southern Xinjiang is significant, so be ready to add or remove clothing as needed. The weather in Southern Xinjiang is drier compared to Northern Xinjiang, so always stay hydrated! Long travel distances by car, so buy snacks or dry food and water in advance. The sandy roads in Wensu Grand Canyon are not suitable for sandals. The altitude near Taxkorgan can reach around 4000 meters, so avoid strenuous activities to prevent altitude sickness.
TravelBugBitten
Xinjiang | The Panlong Ancient Trail
Having walked all the detours today, from now on life is a smooth journey. 1️⃣Location: Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County, Kashgar, Xinjiang - The Panlong Ancient Trail 2️⃣Transportation: It is recommended to drive yourself to truly experience the winding mountain roads. Go up to the viewing platform to witness the astonishing 'Panlong Ancient Trail'. 3️⃣Accommodation: Staying in Tashkurgan is feasible; book a room in advance through an app. The rooms are mostly bungalows, but the interior decoration is the same as hotels and folk customs, without any difference. The temperature can vary greatly at night, rooms are equipped with electric heating plates, and the conditions are completely acceptable. 4️⃣Dining: There are quite a few dining places in Tashkurgan where you can try the local specialty 'Yak Hotpot'. Near the Yak Hotpot, there is also a local milk tea shop 'Pamir's Milk Tea' which also offers local special snacks that you can try. 5️⃣Notes: Bring extra clothes as the temperature can vary greatly. It is advised to carry some water on the road. The driver will be very tired after concentrating for the whole trip. There are many viewing platforms along the road, make sure to get out of the car to take photos safely, it's very photogenic! It is recommended to bring a drone for a more spectacular panoramic view. At the entrance of the Panlong Ancient Trail, there is a snack street, so you don't have to worry about being hungry, but the prices might be a bit high. Tashkurgan has many beautiful sights, come and check in soon.
ExploringHorizons
Xinjiang | Experience the snow-capped mountains in early spring
Feel the different temperature of spring in southern Xinjiang. 1️⃣ Location: Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County in Kashgar, Southern Xinjiang 2️⃣ Attractions: Panlong Ancient Path, Wakhan Corridor, Warrior Mountain, Stone City, Why Flowers Are So Red, White Sand Lake, Muztagh Glacier Park, Bandier Blue Lake, Oytag Red Valley... 3️⃣ Transportation: It is recommended to rent a car for travel, the price is very affordable. For the four of us, the total cost for three days was about 700 per person❕ (Joining a tour group costs about 800 per person for two days) Renting a car is more appropriate. 4️⃣ Accommodation: Book in advance on the app, many homestays have similar prices, they are basically self-built houses but the interior is completely hotel-style, the conditions are not bad at all. 5️⃣ Dining: For the first visit to Tashkurgan, you can try the local specialty 'Yak Hotpot', which is not very expensive. It is recommended to book on the app, as there is some difference from the menu prices in the restaurant. For breakfast, there are many breakfast shops offering steamed buns, pan-fried dumplings, spicy soup, etc. (if you are not used to the local breakfast). There are also barbecue restaurants, pepper chicken, and so on, all very complete. 6️⃣ Tips: It is advised to bring more clothes, as the temperature at some attractions is just right, but! The temperature in Muztagh Glacier Park is very low, extremely cold, minus thirteen degrees! It is recommended to bring your own oxygen bottles (there is a price difference compared to those sold outside the attractions). There are many beautiful sceneries along the way, it is strongly recommended to stop and take beautiful photos📷 when parking is possible! It's really, really, really photogenic, every shot can be a screen wallpaper💯
DesignDreams
Having taken all the detours in this life, from now on my path shall be straightforward
❤️Recommended Reason: The Panlong Ancient Road, also known as the Waqia Road, is 36 kilometers long, with the highest altitude reaching 4,200 meters and a vertical drop of 1,000 meters. The road has 600 S-curves from the top to the bottom of the mountain. It perfectly embodies magic, wonder, magnificence, and excitement. The Panlong Ancient Road is divided into the Great Panlong and the Small Panlong. The Great Panlong has larger curves but the bends are not dense, and there are many viewing platforms along the way for tourists to enjoy the scenery; the Small Panlong Road winds down and is very challenging! ✅Must Experience: Compared to the 72 bends in Tibet, it's even more thrilling and challenging! 🌟Highlights: Beyond the exit of the Panlong Ancient Road, you will pass the 'Bandier Blue Lake'—the blue jewel of the Pamir Plateau! It is actually the lower basin reservoir of the Tashkurgan River, and the water near Bandier Township is relatively deep, appearing bluer, hence it's commonly referred to as 'Blue Lake'. The sky, white clouds, and distant mountains reflected on the Tiffany blue lake surface are intoxicating😌 Further ahead is the Karakoram Highway, also known as the China-Pakistan Friendship Snow Mountain Highway, an international road from China to Pakistan. The China-Pakistan Friendship Snow Mountain Road, as an important road connecting the two countries, not only showcases the magnificent natural scenery but also witnesses the friendship and cooperation between the people of China and Pakistan. 📝Note Tips: Be aware that the Panlong Ancient Road is currently one-way. At the highest point, the altitude exceeds 4,000 meters, so take it slow to avoid altitude sickness!
agitated.deeanna
In this life, you must drive on the Panlong Ancient Road | From now on, life is all smooth
Scenery that must be seen in one's lifetime, the Panlong Ancient Road is definitely one of them❗️ Today, I have walked all the bends in life, and from now on, life is all smooth. 😊✨ . 🌈Introduction to Panlong Ancient Road Scenic Spot: 💰Ticket price: Free💸 ⌚️Opening hours: Open all day⏰ 📍Scenic spot introduction: The Panlong Ancient Road is known as the road that must be driven in this life, with a total length of 75 kilometers, 600+ S bends, most of the bends exceed 180 degrees, each is a hairpin bend, the experience is great. 🏞️✨ ⛰️Altitude: 4100 meters🗻 . ⚠️Must bring items: ✔️Border pass: The Panlong Ancient Road is located on the border, and a border pass needs to be processed in advance. 📋🛂 ✔️Motion sickness medicine: The Panlong Ancient Road has a total of 600+ bends, and people who get carsick must prepare motion sickness medicine. 🤢💊 ✔️Drone: If conditions permit, it is recommended to bring a drone for better photography. 📷🚁 📷Beautiful photo spots: 1⃣️The first to check in is definitely the Panlong Ancient Road internet celebrity sign, "Today I have walked all the bends in life, and from now on, life is all smooth", there are really a lot of people here, and you need to queue up to take a unique angle. 😍📸 2⃣️The Dragon Turning Back Viewing Platform is the best photo location for the first section of the Panlong Ancient Road, with hairpin bends from small to large, from far to near. 📸🐉 3⃣️Big Panlong and Little Panlong, both of these sections have viewing platforms for photography, some places are quite dangerous, so safety should be noted. 📸⚠️ 4⃣️The straight road after coming down from the Panlong Ancient Road is also a popular photo check-in spot, and drone photography is even more shocking. 📸🚁✨ . ⚠️Notes for playing in Southern Xinjiang ✅Don't forget to apply for a border pass when going to the Pamir Plateau🛂 ✅The altitude of the Pamir Plateau is over 4000, avoid strenuous exercise, sisters who are prone to altitude sickness remember to bring medicine💊 ✅The scenic area is far away, Baisha Lake has no restaurants, you need to bring your own food and water🥪💧 ✅The accommodation conditions in Southern Xinjiang are slightly worse than those in Northern Xinjiang🏨 ✅There is a lot of wind and sand in Southern Xinjiang, prepare a thick coat🌬️🧥 ✅The ultraviolet rays in Xinjiang are strong, remember to apply sunscreen☀️🧴 ✅Respect local customs, religious customs, etc.🙏🌍
LANDEN MANN
16 Days 15 Nights Grand Tour of North and South Xinjiang
【Opening】: Xinjiang Stepping on the roof of the world Seeing three mountains standing, two basins lying quietly, hundreds of rivers competing for flow across thousands of years of snow mountains piled up with jade and jade, the wind raises pieces of snowflakes dancing The sea's water vapor leaves secrets on the mountain peaks, the stars' light gives life energy relay, the original mountains and seas hide deep meaning Only when you are in it can you see a world ⛺【Play Guide】: Panlong Ancient Road Crossing the Tianshan Mountains, crossing the Gobi, a total of 639 S bends, the 'bend road' of life is finished here Kashgar Old City How can you miss Kashgar when you come to Xinjiang, she will tell you what the real Western Region looks like Sayram Lake On the way to Yili in North Xinjiang, you can't miss this blue sea area. The sparkling lake under the sun, and the distant swans, here occupies half of the beauty of Xinjiang's true Western Region Nalati Grassland Aerial grassland, one of the four river valley grasslands 🛬【Itinerary】: Day 1 All over the country--Kashgar Day 2 Kashgar-Kashgar Old City-Aitigar Mosque-Century-old Tea House Day 3 Kashgar-White Sand Mountain-White Sand Lake-Karakuri Lake-Tashkurgan Day 4 Tashkurgan-Panlong Ancient Road-Kaner Village-Bandir Lake-Alemalek Village-Tashkurgan Day 5 Tashkurgan-Golden Beach-Stone City-Oytag Glacier Park-Kashgar Day 6 Kashgar-Shache Wangfu-Yarkand Khan Mausoleum-Shache Day 7 Shache-Yotkan Ancient City-Hotan Day 8 Hotan-Desert Highway-Alar Day 9 Alar-Tarim River Bridge-Tar River Bund-Shaya Devil's Forest-Kuche Day 10 Kuche-Wave Road-Flame Spring-Red Stone Forest-Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon-Kuche Day 11 Kuche-Bosten Lake-Korla Day 12 Korla-Gongnaisi Forest Farm-Nalati Grassland-Nalati Town Day 13 Nalati Town-Turgen Apricot Flower Ditch-Kazanqi Folk Culture Village-Yining City Day 14 Yining-Daxigou Wild Fruit Forest-Sayram Lake Day 15 Sayram Lake-Anjihai Grand Canyon-Urumqi Day 16 Urumqi all over the country 🧡【tips】: Xinjiang's roast whole lamb does not need to buy a whole one, two kilograms per person is enough to eat The temperature difference in Urumqi is not large, but in places like Sayram Lake and Bayin Grassland, the temperature difference between day and night will be large For southerners, Xinjiang is really dry, and the sun is very strong, be sure to pay attention to sun protection, you can consider bringing a small humidifier
MADISYN BALLARD
Panlong Ancient Road||The world's ultimate must-drive experience!
||The world's ultimate must-drive experience!.🌈 A world-shocking spectacle! A driving journey you must conquer in your lifetime, enough to boast about for a lifetime! 🎉 The winding Panlong Ancient Road was once a shining pearl on the Silk Road connecting the East and the West. It is not just a road from Taxian County to Waqia Township; the short 30-kilometer distance hides an astonishing 639 turns, each one a masterpiece of nature's craftsmanship, especially those hairpin bends as delicate as hair, which are truly breathtaking. The Panlong Ancient Road is not only a passage connecting urban and rural areas, but also a poverty alleviation road carrying the hopes of wealth and prosperity. Facing the remote 75 kilometers between Waqia Township and Tashkurgan County Town, as well as the daunting mountains on the way to the Wuhong Line, the travel of local herdsmen used to be a huge challenge. However, the builders, with their incredible perseverance and wisdom, constructed this winding S-shaped road along the mountain terrain in the soft sandy rocks, ensuring safety and stability. Despite the challenges and dangers of the Panlong Ancient Road, it greatly shortens the distance between Waqia Township and the county town, making travel much more convenient for the herdsmen. The overall altitude difference of the road is as high as 1100 meters, with the highest point reaching up to the clouds at 4216 meters, undoubtedly a dual test of the driver's skills and physical strength. But when you finally reach the end and overlook the road winding like a giant dragon on the earth, the beautiful scenery in front of you will make you feel that all the effort is worthwhile. Snow mountains, grasslands, Gobi, these magnificent scenes unfold one after another, like a flowing painting, breathtakingly beautiful. 📌 Warm Tips: 🔹 The plateau area has thin oxygen, if needed, please replenish oxygen in time to avoid high altitude sickness such as headaches. 🔹 Due to the numerous bends, be sure to drive cautiously, slow down appropriately, and ensure safety. 🔹 This route requires high driving skills, it is recommended that experienced drivers take the wheel to ensure a smooth journey. 💙 Recommended self-driving route: Start from Taxian, follow the Panlong Ancient Road all the way, then head to Bandier Blue Lake, visit Ku Township, and finally return to Taxian, a day trip full of surprises and challenges.
SeekerOfSolitude
A glimpse of eternity! In March, in southern Xinjiang, I encountered a shower of apricot blossoms on the plateau
Every year from mid-March to early April is the season when apricot blossoms bloom on the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang. 👉Unlike the apricot blossoms in northern Xinjiang, those in southern Xinjiang bloom earlier.㊙️ Southern Xinjiang features ancient wild apricot blossoms intertwined with villages, offering a richer cultural atmosphere. 【Best Time to View Apricot Blossoms】 Mid-March to early April, with different blooming times due to varying altitudes. 【Attraction Introduction】 Pamir Plateau: Uncover the ethnic groups on the Pamir Plateau, step into the sea of flowers, stroll through the apricot forests, wander around homestays, and capture the beautiful scenery. Kashgar Old Town: With a long history, diverse culture, and strong ethnic characteristics, it is also the sub-venue for this year's Spring Festival. Tashkurgan Ancient Path: Hidden within the ancient path are not only apricot blossom villages but also bizarre rocks and magical landscapes. White Sand Lake: A sand mountain wrapped in silver sand naturally formed on the Pamir Plateau, where you can take breathtakingly beautiful pictures without any filters. Muztagh Ata Volcanic Crater: There are several scattered dormant volcanic craters of various sizes, which are very spectacular. Band-e Amir Lake: A hidden super sapphire on the Pamir Plateau, a less-known attraction. Happiness No. 5 Bridge: The rustic Happiness No. 5 Bridge connects the two banks of the Yeh River and brings together a thousand years of Tajik culture. 【Route Reference】 Day1: Kashgar Day2: Kashgar--White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake 'Muztagh Ata'--Taxkorgan Day3: Taxkorgan--Wakhan Corridor 'Panlong Ancient Path', Band-e Amir Blue Lake--Koksu/Tashkurgan Day4: Koksu/Tashkurgan--Tashkurgan Apricot Blossom Village, Western Region Tajik Villages, Herdsmen--Taxkorgan Day5: Taxkorgan--Pamir Plateau, Golden Grassland, Stone City--Kashgar Day6: Kashgar 【Travel Outfit Tips】 🔹In March and April, the temperature on the Pamir Plateau can vary greatly between day and night, so remember to bring several warm clothes. 🔹The plateau's ultraviolet rays are strong, and it's quite dry, so bring enough skincare products and hydrating masks. 🔹For apricot blossom photography, you can try light-colored dresses or Hanfu, while the old town is more suitable for brightly colored ethnic styles. 🔹Prepare some bright-colored hats & scarves as accessories, they make for great photos. 【Travel Tips】 1. There are many old apricot trees in Tashkurgan, and the shapes of the trees are very beautiful. 2. It's not easy to dispose of garbage in the apricot blossom villages, so please try to take the trash back to the county for disposal. Most of the older generation in the apricot blossom villages do not speak Mandarin. If you want to take their pictures, please gesture to ask first, and after taking the photos, you can show them. They are usually very willing. 3. Inside Happiness No. 5 Bridge, there is a grove of century-old apricot trees. The light is very good and beautiful in the morning, and when the wind blows, you can see a spectacular shower of blossoms. 4. If you don't plan to take the Shache Ancient Path, then there's no need to go to Datong Township; Kuzhu is enough.
Aiden.Peterson^29
Ili + South Xinjiang Essence 16-day Tour Guide
【Opening】: South Xinjiang, Once the thirty-six countries of the Western Regions, the bustling Silk Road. Emperor Wu of Han defeated the Huns here, Xuanzang returned eastward from his pilgrimage here, and the Tang Monk and his disciples passed through here on their journey to the West. It is the dreamy Western Regions that haunt people's dreams, and the ultimate dream of countless travelers. ⛺【Play Tips】: Bai Sha Lake---The blue crystal on the Pamir Plateau Duku Highway---The most beautiful highway that must be traveled in this life Da Xiao Long Pool---Two green gems embedded next to Duku Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves---The murals in the grottoes in the vast desert, meeting the ancient country of Kucha Kashgar Old City---"Gao Tai residential buildings" century-old tea house, a very charming small city Panlong Ancient Road---Walk all the winding roads in one day, and all the roads ahead are smooth Karakul Lake---The holy lake under the snow mountain, the pearl on the Pamir Plateau 🛬【Itinerary】: Day 1 All over the country--Urumqi Day 2 Urumqi--Sailimu Lake Day 3 Sailimu Lake--Lavender Base--Kazanqi Folk Culture Village--Yining Day 4 Yining-Izhao Highway Shate Ancient Road--Zhaosu Day 5 Zhaosu--Qiongkushitai--Tekes Day 6 Tekes-Kalajun Grassland-Kuokesu Grand Canyon--Xinyuan Day 7 Xinyuan--Nalati Grassland--Bayinbuluke Day 8 Bayinbuluke-Duku Highway-Da Xiao Long Pool-Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon-Kuche Day 9 Kuche-Tahe Bund-Tarim River Bridge-Shaya Devil Forest-Alar Day 10 Alar--Desert Highway--Yotkan Ancient City-Hotan Day 11 Hotan--Shache Mansion-Yeerqiang Khan Mausoleum--Kashgar Day 12 Kashgar Old City Aitigar Mosque Century-old Tea House Day 13 Kashgar Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake--Karakul Lake--Tashkurgan Day 14 Tashkurgan-Panlong Ancient Road-Bandier Lake-Jincao Beach Stone City-Tashkurgan Day 15 Tashkurgan--Oytag Red Mountain--Oytag Glacier Park--Kashgar Day 16 Kashgar--All over the country 🧡【tips】: 1. Apply for the border defense certificate in advance, either in the place of household registration or in Kashgar 2. Bring thick clothes for the plateau's four seasons in one day 3. Sunscreen/hat/sunglasses/rehydration are essential
Shirley Cronin
Sharing the travel guide of the Panlong Ancient Road
Walking on the Panlong Ancient Road, in fact, everyone is not for hurrying, but for the scenery along the way. Now it has been changed to a one-way road, walking and stopping, although the altitude rises directly from 1200 to over 4000, looking at the Big Panlong and Small Panlong. When there are few cars, the playability is very good. A few worth stopping points: ✨Dragon Turning Head: Personally, I think it's okay not to stop without a parking space. Picture 4 can slightly look at the snow mountain from a distance ✨Big Panlong Viewing Platform: The best position to see the whole view of Big Panlong. Walk a few steps to the platform. Picture 2 is that there are many people, it is easier to take pictures with a telephoto lens. Or not to the platform, at the position before going up the stairs, pictures 3, 8. ✨Then there is a Big Panlong parking lot, with more parking spaces. And Picture 1 is a small slope on the left hand side of a turn down from that parking lot. When there are few cars, you can walk around. The photographer took pictures in the parking lot. ✨A point for buying coffee and snacks after the Big Panlong Viewing Platform: Pictures 4, 10. ✨Small Panlong Viewing Platform: This is my personal favorite. Pictures 7, 9, 11. Overlooking Small Panlong. Parking is relatively ample. ✨The sign at the final end point: Picture 6. There is the same sign at the starting point, many people take pictures. Few people at the end. All the winding roads will not be walked in vain. Having seen all the twists and turns, still with enthusiasm and love, that is the pursuit.
The Globe Trotting Foodie
Panlong Ancient Road 🪭
【Guide】Frankly speaking, let's talk about Panlong Valley Road today (✨Dry goods get✨) "Today, all the twists and turns of life are over, and only the straight path remains in life" To be honest, I went to Panlong Ancient Road because of this road sign 😍 The person who wrote this road sign must be super gentle💕 Maybe I'm on a winding road now, but even if it's a winding road, it's moving forward, and I believe there must be a straight path waiting for me 🙌 ✅Panlong Valley Road has two routes, namely "Big Panlong" and "Small Panlong". The densely packed mountain roads seen on the Internet are Small Panlong There are more than 600 S-shaped bends Most of the bends are over 180 degrees, some even reach 270 degrees Whether it's a visual experience or a driving experience, it will make adrenaline soar 😆 The whole self-driving tour takes 4-5 hours, with an average altitude of 4100m - Taxian-Big Panlong-Small Panlong-Wacha Township-Bandir Blue Lake-Taxian Generally, this route is followed Check-in points: ▲Internet celebrity slogan board ▲The entrance of Big Panlong can take pictures of snow-capped mountains, and the entrance road sign is the most photographed ▲The exit of Small Panlong can take pictures of the winding mountain road Border defense certificate: From Kashgar to Taxian, you need to apply for a border defense certificate first. You can apply at the Kashgar Administrative Service Center. You only need to hold ***, and it's free Prepare motion sickness medicine or motion sickness stickers, because there are too many bends It is recommended to use drones, the aerial photography perspective will be very shocking 🎥 There is no food to be found nearby, remember to bring dry food, drink less water, because toilets are also hard to find After going down the Panlong Ancient Road, continue to Bandir Blue Lake, the scenery there is particularly beautiful (if you don't go, you will lose a lot 😍)
bumpydeeanna
You should always go to Kashgar~
Without going to Kashgar, you can't say you've been to Xinjiang. As someone who has lived in Xinjiang for two years, I go to the ancient city of Kashgar whenever I have time. Every time I go, I have different feelings and see different scenery. I really like it. Especially the slow pace of the ancient city, the combination of scenery and culture, it's really comfortable. Every corner of the ancient city of Kashgar is a beautiful scene, and the scenery is getting more and more beautiful. Kashgar is a place you will want to visit again after the first visit❤️ Kashgar copywriting💖 1⃣️"Can you imagine what the Western Regions look like? It's the long day and the sunset at 10:30."🌄 📍 Kashgar Old City 2⃣️"No one will come through the fog. The scenery you like, you have to see for yourself." 📍 Oytagh Glacier Park 3⃣️"This land full of exotic colors will not disappoint you."🏜️ 📍Oytagh • Red Canyon 4⃣️"Pamir Plateau, a touch of the purest color."🏞️ 📍White Sand Lake 5⃣️"Every cloud that falls without a trace, I stole it and sent it to you, my most precious." 📍Karaku Lake 6⃣️"Today I have walked all the winding roads, From now on, life is all smooth." 📍Pamir • Panlong Ancient Road Kashgar Old City
Charlotte Worthington
Traveling to Xinjiang, here are a few off-the-beaten-path tourist spots
In my eyes, southern Xinjiang is the exotic charm of the ancient city, the small shops, teahouses, and galleries in the alleys, and the place where Xinjiang people can dance happily at any time. When you see the moment when the uncle riding a horse must fall on his arm, you will be attracted by southern Xinjiang. After wandering in southern Xinjiang for 15 days, I want to recommend eight places worth visiting in southern Xinjiang. 1⃣、Kashgar The west city of Kashgar Old City is the living breath of Xinjiang people, and it is also the shooting location of the movie 'The Kite Runner'. In the high-rise residential buildings, when you casually walk into every alley of Kashgar, you will see local children dancing on the street after school following the music. The boss of the antique street put some grains, and the boss of the homestay street shared with me the story of outsiders coming to southern Xinjiang to start a business. The gift he gave me was a carpet, and he also taught me how to make Nanbi, and the melodious singing came from the old teahouse. 2⃣、Shache Ancient City Shache Ancient City is known as Kashgar 20 years ago, and the colorful doors there are local features. I deeply felt people's enthusiasm for life. By chance, a grandfather invited me to his home as a guest, and in the local old teahouse, four people sat for an afternoon and only spent four yuan. Shache is an undeveloped small city, full of indifference and human kindness, just like the morning sun. 3⃣、Hometown of Sumuta In the Tianshan Mountains, there is a group of people riding horses, carrying falcons on their shoulders like bows and arrows. These uncles come from Sumuta Township in Akto County, they are accompanied by cattle and horses, and they are in the same company with falcons. In this place with 83 villagers, there are still people engaged in traditional falconry work, which is also the only falconry hometown in China that has been passed down. 4⃣、White Sand Lake White Sand Lake is a very beautiful place, where the silver-white sand and the green lake form a beautiful scenery. Facing the sun, I stretched out my arms and watched the lake radiate strange light. 5⃣、Panlong Ancient Road The Panlong Ancient Road requires an hour of winding road journey, winding on the Gobi Desert. I hope that everyone around me can appreciate the beauty of this Panlong Road together. After this winding road, I found that life is actually a smooth road. 6⃣、Wensu Grand Canyon In this red Gobi and desert, there is almost no grass, as if in a Mars-like desert, it is amazing. The sand is rolled up with the wind blowing from the cliffs on both sides, making people feel like they are in another world.
PHOENIX ROSE
Day 4 of the Southern Xinjiang Tour: The Panlong Ancient Road on the Pamir Plateau
The Panlong Ancient Road is well-known, but the significance of tourism lies in the need for personal experience. Now there are car coffee shops and viewing platforms halfway up the mountain, and there are tent restaurants across from the Panlong Ancient Road. The travel experience will definitely get better and better in the future. btw: In the morning at the camp, I saw the super beautiful sunrise on the golden mountain.
V3l0c1fy_Thund3rst0rm
My favorite off-the-beaten-path destination in Xinjiang, hope you can go and see it too.
My favorite off-the-beaten-path destination in Xinjiang, I hope you can go and see it too. Today, I recommend a Xinjiang off-the-beaten-path travel destination - Kashi County (a brilliant pearl on the Pamir Plateau). About Taxian County The full name ID of Taxian is Tashikuergan Tajik Autonomous County, which belongs to Kashgar Prefecture in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Tashkurgan, meaning "stone city" in the Uyghur language, is named after the ancient stone castle located to the north of the city. Transportation options Self-driving: Starting from Kashgar, follow the 318 National Highway (China-Pakistan Friendship Road), and the scenery along the way is breathtaking. Public bus: About 6 hours from Kashgar, with some scenic spots to get off and play and take photos along the way. Carpooling: flexible itinerary, generally low cost. Main attractions recommendation Baisha Lake: Here the scenery is beautiful, with the water and sky blending into one, the lake surface shining like a mirror, and the white sand resembling snowflakes. Due to being blown by the wind all year round, the white sand accumulates in the lake, so the locals named it "Baisha Lake". Panlong Ancient Road: Believe that most people know this place, divided into Big and Small Panlong, with many bends on the road! There are sea buckthorn trees and continuous snow-capped mountains along the way. The scenery is good. Karakul Lake: Located at the foot of the "Father of Glaciers" Mustagh Ata, named for its deep and dark waters, Karakul Lake means "Black Lake" in Kyrgyz. Muztagh Ata Peak: After passing Bai Sha Lake, you can see them almost all the way. They are not very high, but it's still nice to see round-headed snow mountains that look like steamed buns all the way. Xintaheman Township: On Main Road 314, in a small village below the plateau, the golden tree at the entrance will be beautiful in autumn~ Attention!!! To go to Taxian County, you need a border pass! Don't run, otherwise you may get altitude sickness. You can bring altitude sickness medicine and oxygen cylinder. Some roads are difficult to navigate, it is recommended to either carpool or hire a local driver who is familiar with the road conditions.
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