【2024】Xinjiang Tour Group—10-day in-depth trip to the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang

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Urumqi is the city farthest from the ocean in the world and the geographical center of Asia. It is also the only place where the famous ancient "Silk Road" New North Road must pass. It occupies approximately 1/6 of China's land area and is the largest province in China.

[Bosten Lake] means "oasis" in Uyghur and is the largest inland freshwater lake in China. It is a submerged lake in the mountains. Its main water supply source is the Kaidu River, which is also the source of the Kongque River. There are abundant reeds growing around the lake area and it is an important reed production base in China. In addition, Bosten Lake is rich in various freshwater fish and is the largest fishery production base in Xinjiang. In 2002, the Bosten Lake area was rated as a national key scenic spot and is a natural lake and water area. In May 2014, Bosten Lake Scenic Area was rated as a national 5A tourist attraction, becoming the eighth national 5A tourist attraction in Xinjiang. .

[Tarimu Populus euphratica National Forest Park] Total area of Tarim Populus euphratica National Forest Park
100 square kilometers, located in Tarim on the northeastern edge of the Taklimakan Desert
In the middle reaches of the river, 70 kilometers south of the desert road in Luntai County, Bazhou, is the largest primitive Populus euphratica forest park in Xinjiang and the largest primitive Populus euphratica forest in the entire Tarim River Basin.
Concentrated area.

[Kuqa Palace] was built in 1759 to commend the local Uyghur leader E Du for his contribution in helping to put down the Hezhuo rebellion. Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty specially sent Han craftsmen from the mainland to build it. However, by the beginning of the 20th century, only some of the buildings and city walls remained of the original "Kuqa Palace". Therefore, in 2004, the Kuqa County Government invested 13 million yuan to rebuild it on the original site based on the memories of Dawuti Maihesuti. Here, tourists can not only have a glimpse of the prince's style and feel the profoundness of Kucha culture, but also listen to the prince's story about the rise and fall of the family, as well as the history of Kuqa's social and economic development.

[Kizil Thousand Buddha Cave] is one of the grottoes in the ancient Qiuci Kingdom. Together with the Kizil Thousand Buddha Cave, Kumutula Grottoes, Senmusaimu Grottoes, and Aai Grottoes, it constitutes An important part of Kucha Grottoes. These grottoes were first built in the 5th century. There are 54 existing caves, of which 46 numbered caves are distributed on the cliff 170 meters wide from east to west and 300 meters long from north to south. It is an important Buddhist cultural site on the "Silk Road".

[Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon] Also known as the Kuqa Grand Canyon, it is located about 72 kilometers north of Kuqa County, Aksu Region, on the north side of National Highway 217, with an altitude of 1,600 meters, and the highest peak is 2,048 meters above sea level. This mysterious grand canyon combines the beauty of the human canyon, has the magnificent scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, contains a long aura, and combines the characteristics of magic, magnificence, steepness, antiquity and tranquility. The average altitude of the canyon area is 1,600 meters, and the highest peak is 2,048 meters. The canyon is composed of ocher-colored muddy sandstone. It is called "Kizilia" in the local Uyghur language, which means red cliff. The scenery is strange and fascinating.

[Tianshan Tomur Grand Canyon] is the largest red layer canyon with the highest aesthetic value in the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. It is known as the "King of Canyons" and is also a developed landscape card in the Tianshan Tomur World Natural Heritage. The Grand Canyon is about 25 kilometers long from east to west and 20 kilometers wide from north to south. It is composed of 3 main valleys in the shape of "Chuan" and 12 branch valleys, as well as hundreds of small branch valleys. The richness of the geological landforms of the Grand Canyon is rare in the world, including canyon landforms, wind erosion landforms, river landforms, structural landforms, and rock salt landforms. Together, these landforms create the Colorful Mountains, Populus euphratica, Valley of Heroes, Source of Life, Post Road Beacons, Giant Peak, Giant Ship Flying Crossing, One Line of Sky, Golden Kiss, Shimao Gorge, Cliff Cliff, City of Ten Thousand Mountains, etc. Many views. The terrain in the canyon is complex and winding, with red cliffs and various unique peaks and pillars everywhere.

【Kashgar Ancient City】

The old core area of the ancient city of Kashgar has one of the largest collections of earthen buildings in the world. These earthen buildings themselves have extremely important historical value and cultural significance. These buildings combine the styles of Han and Tang Dynasties, ancient Rome and the characteristics of Uyghur modern life. The streets and lanes in the ancient city of Kashgar are criss-crossed with flexible layouts and winding paths. Most of the houses are made of earthen wood and brick-wood structures. Many traditional houses have a history of hundreds of years, making it the only city in China characterized by Islamic culture. Labyrinth of city blocks.

[Muztagh Peak] is located at the junction of Akto County, Xinjiang and Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, with an altitude of 7,509 meters. It is the most beautiful scenery on the China-Pakistan Friendship Road (National Highway 314). Muztag Peak means iceberg in the Uighur language. The top of the mountain is covered with snow all year round to form a glacier. This is also one of the places that many tourists and mountaineering enthusiasts yearn for. Countless mountaineering enthusiasts come every year to conquer Muztagh Mountain. The top of Muztagh Peak is covered with white snow, like a head of white hair. More than ten glaciers are embedded in the canyon under the peak, like silver whiskers fluttering on the chest. It dominates the top of the mountains, so it is called the "Father of Icebergs". reputation. At an altitude of 4,500 meters, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of glaciers; seracs, icicles, ice caves, etc. are wonders.

[Karakul Lake] is located at the foot of Muztagh Peak, the "Father of Glaciers". Because the lake is deep and dark, it is named "Karakul Lake", which means black lake in Kirgiz language. In front of the lake is a vast grassland. In spring and summer, there are flocks of cattle and sheep on the grassland. Water birds and wild ducks cruise on the lake, and occasionally swans look for food here. Under the sunlight, the lake is full of light, reflecting the majestic Muztagh Peak, which is extremely gorgeous. There is a legend that there is a water monster in this lake. Of course, it is not known whether it is true or not, because no one has ever seen it. The lake changes colors throughout the day as the sun shines. Normally, the lake water is clean and clear, as clear as a mirror; when dark clouds gather, the lake water will turn black as if filled with ink, becoming a veritable "black lake". Whenever the sun rises in the early morning, this glistening lake is like the sky on a stage, constantly changing: sometimes blue, sometimes light yellow, sometimes orange-red, giving people the feeling of being in a fairyland.
[White Sand Lake], also known as Chakla Lake or Pamir Plateau White Sand Lake, is located in Taxkorgan. It is the only place to pass from Kashgar to Taxkorgan and is located next to the national highway. The lake is like a mirror, the sand is as white as snow, and the scenery is stunning. Walking out of Gezi Canyon and into the Pamir Plateau, you can see Baisha Lake. It is nestled next to the huge white sand mountain. The water transported by the river gathers here to form a lake. The deposited white sand is exposed in the cold season when the water level drops, and is blown up the hillside by strong winds day and night. After tens of millions of years, it forms The wonderful scenery of sand and mountains. [Karakul Lake] is located at the foot of Muztagh Peak, the "Father of Glaciers". Because the lake is deep and dark, it is named "Karakul Lake", which means black lake in Kirgiz language. In front of the lake is a vast grassland. In spring and summer, there are flocks of cattle and sheep on the grassland. Water birds and wild ducks cruise on the lake, and occasionally swans look for food here. Under the sunlight, the lake is full of light, reflecting the majestic Muztagh Peak, which is extremely gorgeous. There is a legend that there is a water monster in this lake. Of course, it is not known whether it is true or not, because no one has ever seen it. The lake changes colors throughout the day as the sun shines. Normally, the lake water is clean and clear, as clear as a mirror; when dark clouds gather, the lake water will turn black as if filled with ink, becoming a veritable "black lake". Whenever the sun rises in the early morning, the glistening lake water is like the sky on a stage, constantly changing: sometimes blue, sometimes light yellow, sometimes orange-red, giving people the feeling of being in a fairyland. [Muztagh Peak] is located at the junction of Akto County, Xinjiang and Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, with an altitude of 7,509 meters. It is the most beautiful scenery on the China-Pakistan Friendship Road (National Highway 314). Muztagh Peak means iceberg in the Uighur language. The top of the mountain is covered with snow all year round to form a glacier. The top of the mountain is covered with snow all year round. The top of the mountain is shrouded in clouds and mist, making it looming and mysterious. This is also one of the places that many tourists and mountaineering enthusiasts yearn for. Countless mountaineering enthusiasts come every year to conquer Muztagh Mountain. The top of Muztagh Peak is covered with white snow, like a head of white hair. More than ten glaciers are embedded in the canyon under the peak, like silver whiskers fluttering on the chest. It dominates the top of the mountains, so it is called the "Father of Icebergs". reputation. At an altitude of 4,500 meters, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of glaciers; seracs, icicles, ice caves, etc. are wonders.

[Wakhan Corridor] is a region located in Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is adjacent to Tajikistan on the southern edge of the Pamir Plateau to the north, to the east of the Hindu Kush Mountains to the south, and to Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The Penchi River and its tributary Pamir River in the upper reaches of the Amu Darya River connect to the east the Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County in China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. The average altitude of the Wakhan Corridor is more than 4,000 meters. The terrain on the east and south sides is higher, while the terrain on the west and north is lower. Historically, the Wakhan Corridor was part of the ancient Silk Road and an important channel for exchanges between Chinese and Indian civilizations.

[Panlong Ancient Road], also known as Waqia Highway, is a road leading to Waqia Township. From the foot of the mountain with an altitude of 3,000 meters to the mountain with an altitude of 4,216 meters, the total drop reaches more than 1,200 meters. It goes up 15 kilometers and goes down 20 kilometers. There are a total of 35 kilometers of mountain roads, including 639 curves, most of which are S-shaped curves of more than 180 degrees. The Panlong Ancient Trail is divided into two sections: the Big Panlong and the Small Panlong. The first one to enter is the large Panlong, which has a larger curvature and the curves are not so dense, which can be regarded as an adaptation process for the driver. Behind them are the very dense small Panlongs. Some of the curves are like instant noodles, some are like hairpins, and some are like floating. Streamers on the mountainside. These 639 turns are enough to make you dizzy. Driving on such a road is indeed a test.

The real name of [Bandir Blue Lake] is Xiabandi Reservoir, located at an altitude of 3,050 meters. "Bandir" means "originally there" in Tajik. Bandil Blue Lake is located in Bandil Township, Taxkorgan County, Pamir Plateau. Because this place is located in the Pamir Plateau of the Kunlun Mountains and is inaccessible, few people can see its true beauty. As the saying goes: "It is hidden deep in the mountains and no one knows it." Bandil Lake is formed in the Pamir Plateau of the Kunlun Mountains. It has a high terrain and is accompanied by Panlong Mountain. The locals regard Muztagh Peak as a sacred mountain and call Karakul Lake, Baisha Lake and Bandil Blue Lake together. For the holy lake.

[Stone City] Kashgar Ancient Stone City is located on the northeast side of the county seat of Taxkorgan County, Kashgar Prefecture. It was once the royal city of Puli Kingdom among the thirty-six kingdoms of the ancient Western Regions, and also an ancient silk city.
An important stop on the Silk Road. The Stone City has existed since the Shupantuo period and is a precious historical monument in Xinjiang. Today, only the ruins of the castle remain. In addition, the ancient stone
The Golden Grass Beach next to the city is a good place to view and photograph Stone City. The local government has built a boardwalk here to facilitate filming.
Stone City is the intersection of the middle and south routes of the ancient Silk Road. Several passages from Kashgar, Yarkand, Yingisha and Yecheng to the Pamir Plateau all converge here. city
The fort is built on a high hill and the situation is extremely dangerous. There are multiple layers of broken or continuous city walls built outside the city. The stone hills between the partition walls overlap and piles of rocks form a unique stone city scenery.

According to the flight time, a special car will be sent to the airport to catch the flight, ending this
Have a pleasant and rich trip to Xinjiang.