Tangbula Grassland in Yili is one of the famous grasslands in Yili, Xinjiang, known as the "Hundred Miles Gallery". It is a natural landscape that integrates forests, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, hills, rapids, wild flowers and other scenery.
Main attractions of Yili Tangbula Grassland
Baili Gallery
Xinjiang Tangbula Grassland From Tangbula Mountain Resort to Qiaoerma, the 130-kilometer Provincial Highway 315 follows the Kashi River flowing from east to west. The combination of grasslands, hot springs, snow-capped peaks, hills, wild flowers, rocks, lakes and other different landscapes is like a landscape painting. It is as wonderful as being in an endless scroll painting, so it is called the Hundred Miles Gallery.
Fairy Lake
The beautiful and quiet lake hidden in the mountains is formed by the melting snow from the snow-capped mountains. Spruce and fir trees grow around the lake, and the grass and wild flowers on the shore sway in the wind. The lake is sparkling under the clear sky, like an outdoor paradise.
Fairy Lake Mountain Access
- Horseback riding [1.5 hours]
You can choose to rent a local herdsman's horse team at the Fairy Lake parking lot, saving energy to go directly to Fairy Lake, but you can't stop to take pictures of the beautiful scenery along the way. If you choose to ride back and forth, you can only stay at the lake for half an hour. - Hiking [about 70 minutes up, about 45 minutes down]
You need to climb a steep slope and several gentle slopes, and then cross a stream. You can take photos of the beautiful scenery along the way. It is suitable for friends with good physical strength. - Motorcycle [about 40 minutes]
You can get there quickly by riding a local herdsman’s motorcycle, but be careful!
Tickets: 10/person
Play time: 3-4 hours
Bear Valley
It is a place frequented by local herdsmen, with grasslands, wild flowers, streams, and herds of cattle and horses. It is very primitive and quiet, and a great place to stop and enjoy the tranquility that the entire forest brings you.
Mengket Ancient Road
In this scenic area, you will be deeply attracted by the blue sky, the poetic spruce forest, and the dense poplar trees. The clear streams are formed by the melting of glaciers, and look like white silk from a distance.
This ancient road goes up along the source of the Mengket River, with overlapping peaks on both sides and the mountains and rivers shining together. The riverside poplars, river willows, small-leaved ash and poplar trees along the way sway in the wind, complementing the spruce and red birch on the snow-capped mountains, forming a lush green corridor, guarding the Mengket River and this winding road of life.
Tickets: 200/car
Tangbula Grassland Food Recommendations
When you visit Tangbula Grassland, remember to try the grilled lamb skewers made by local herdsmen. They are fresh, not smelly, full of aroma, and not greasy.
Tangbula Grassland Tourist Season
Open all year round
But late May to late July is a very suitable time to travel.
Tangbula Hundred Miles Gallery is a very romantic grassland self-driving highway in Yili. The suitable time is consistent with the opening time of Duku Highway. Coming from Dushanzi direction, you can exit Duku Highway at Qorma. There is also a highway in Xinyuan County that leads directly to the Hundred Miles Gallery.
Things to note when traveling to Tangbula Grassland
- Don't ride a horse when it's thundering or raining, and don't hold an umbrella when riding a horse.
- Pay attention to sun protection. The ultraviolet rays are very strong. It will be hotter under the sun on a sunny day, but it won’t be too hot.
- There is basically no signal on the mountain, so prepare some cash
- The weather in the mountains is unpredictable and the temperature difference is large, so be sure to bring thick clothes and down jackets
- Xinjiang is relatively dry, so you need to moisturize your skin. Bring enough water and moisturizer, skin care products, lip balm, facial mask, and sunscreen.
- The scenery is so beautiful that the power consumption during the trip is relatively high, so you can bring a large-capacity power bank and camera battery in advance.
- Remember to bring a pair of comfortable sports shoes to avoid rubbing your feet
The water of the Yili River is crystal clear, with a light blue sheen. It flows through the snow-capped mountains, grasslands and forests. Every frame is like an oil painting! Healed by nature! The Hundred Miles Gallery - Tangbula Grassland is a scenic spot not to be missed in Yili. Every step is full of scenery, which is not inferior to the scenery of Switzerland.
