Things to do in Xinyuan

Narat Scenic Area, nestled deep in the Tianshan Mountains of Yili, Xinjiang, is a national 5A-level scenic area and a world-renowned alpine valley grassland. Its name in Mongolian means "the place where the sun first shines." The entire scenic area is mainly divided into three sections: the Sky Grassland, the River Valley Grassland, and the Panlong Valley. Snow-capped mountains, spruce trees, streams, and rolling meadows blend perfectly, creating a rich tapestry of landscapes where every snapshot is a magnificent scene. The Sky Grassland is expansive; from the Tianjietai (Heavenly Platform), one can see snow-capped peaks stretching to the horizon, scattered yurts, and grazing cattle and sheep. The River Valley Grassland is gentle and lush; from Tawusani, one can enjoy panoramic views of four different mountain ranges. The Panlong Valley trail winds through a deep forest, its ever-changing light and shadow creating a poetic atmosphere. The area is home to the Kazakh people, who have preserved their authentic nomadic customs, offering a variety of experiences including horseback riding, family visits, and camping. Wildflowers bloom everywhere from June to August, making it a great place to escape the summer heat; in autumn, the forests turn golden, creating another breathtaking scene. The scenic area is vast, so it's recommended to allow at least one day, pack warm clothes, and slowly savor the unique vastness and romance of the Tianshan grasslands. It's a must-see stop when visiting Yili.

I visited the Narat Grassland in early September 2025. It was early autumn, October, and the air was crisp and clear. The grassland was lush and green, with herds of cattle and sheep grazing peacefully everywhere. It was truly beautiful.

Narat Aerial Grassland is located in Xinyuan County, Ili Prefecture, Xinjiang. It is a subalpine meadow plant area, one of the world's four major grasslands. It is named after its average altitude of about 2,200 meters and its flat and open terrain, which makes it look like a green platform floating in the clouds.

➻Nalati in midsummer 🌸🌺🌼🌷🌾💐 The sea of ​​flowers is overflowing, colorful, like a huge painting slowly unfolding, making you unimaginably beautiful, dreamy and surprising! 🤩 Seeing a rainbow during dinner🌈lucky 🥳

This is an alpine grassland located in the Ili River Valley, in the middle section of the Tianshan Mountains. It is surrounded by mountains, has lush vegetation, interweaving grasslands and forests, and beautiful natural scenery. It has always been the main habitat of nomadic peoples in the Western Regions.

Personally, I feel that this route is more primitive than the sky grassland and the river valley grassland. It is worth coming and contains 80% of the scenery of the river valley grassland.

Playing on the grassland is a unique experience. In summer, the grass is long, eagles fly, and there are groundhogs and squirrels.

You can take the cable car to the middle point of the aerial grassland line: Tianjietai. Then take the shuttle bus or drive to continue down. You can reach the top to see the whole aerial grassland without climbing, saving time and effort. The key is that the scenery is particularly good, overlooking the Nalati scenery. A great experience

The Nalati Beekeeper statue faces the direction of Nalati Town, looking down at the grassland with a smile on her face. She wears a flower crown on her head, two large black braids draped over her chest, and her pink skirt flutters in the wind. It is a good place for tourists to check in and take photos.