Things to do in Yecheng

Xiye Micheng Scenic Area

inKunlun MountainsBeneath your feet lies a magical place—Xiye Micheng Scenic Area, where millennia-old ruins, weathered city gates, desiccated ancient corpses, and swaying withered branches leave us with endless mysteries. Embark on a journey to chase dreams, igniting the beacon of time travel to return to that resounding era and rediscover scenes lost for centuries. Though we cannot reclaim the faded years, the storm-eroded remnants still faintly reveal the ancient city's former glory. Xiye Micheng Scenic Area is located 1 km northwest of Luoke Township government in Yecheng County. As a regional-level cultural relic protection unit, it covers an area of 1 km east-west and 1.5–2 km north-south. The ancient city walls have collapsed, with pottery shards, porcelain fragments, ash layers, burnt earth, and human bones scattered throughout the site. The loess platforms within may represent either walls or burial clusters. In recent years, local farmers have unearthed numerous pottery jars, coins, bronze artifacts, and ornaments while cultivating nearby land. The county's cultural and sports bureau currently preserves an exquisitely crafted bronze zun vessel, approximately 18 cm tall, excavated from this site.

Karakoram

Karakoram are a towering range with extensive mountain glaciers and one of the major mountain ranges in Asia. The name means "black rock mountain." Due to their steep terrain and year-round cold weather, they are known as the "Savage Mountain."

Zonglanglingquan Scenic Area

Zonglang Lingquan Attraction is a rare tourist and leisure area in Yecheng County and even in southern Xinjiang that is dominated by natural wetland landscapes. The soil in this area is warm and moist, with tens of thousands of acres of natural grasslands, green grass, Malan blooming, and ancient willows lush and strange. It is also a spring overflow zone, where springs flow all year round and the scenery is beautiful. Zonglang Lingquan Attraction is a rare tourist and leisure area in Yecheng County and even in southern Xinjiang that is dominated by natural wetland landscapes. The soil in this area is warm and moist, with tens of thousands of acres of natural grasslands, green grass, Malan blooming, and ancient willows lush and strange. It is also a spring overflow zone, where springs flow all year round and the scenery is beautiful.

Zero Kilometer Starting Point Monument

Kashgar is known as the "Hometown of Songs and Dances", and it is also a bright pearl on the "Silk Road". Its rich national culture and simple national customs all attract many tourists. The Kashgar Zero Kilometer Starting Point Monument is the starting point of the Xinzang Line. If you prefer the scenery of the plateau, you can start to appreciate the exotic customs from this starting point.

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Yecheng Museum

The exhibition area of Yecheng Museum covers 760 square meters, housing 1 grade-II artifact and 3 grade-III artifacts. Major exhibition areas include the bronzeware display area, the Xitia Ancient City artifact display area, the wooden products area, and the coin area, reflecting the cultural history of Yecheng from different perspectives.

Sino-Indian Self-Defense Counterattack War Memorial Hall

No. 7 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Xinjiang

Xin Jiang Jin Hu Yang

Xin Jiang Jin Hu Yang is located west of Zepu County in Kashgar, Xinjiang, nestled along the Yarkant River. This stunning desert oasis features thousands of acres of natural poplar forests and beautifully landscaped lakeside gardens. With its picturesque scenery, it ranks among Kashgar's top attractions—perfect for admiring poplar trees and enjoying the serene garden views. The scenic area is quite large, divided mainly into two sections: the area near the main entrance and the poplar forest area, connected by shuttle buses. Exploring the entire attraction typically takes around 3–4 hours. Upon entering, visitors will first encounter the Golden Lock Bridge, a large suspension bridge over the lake that sways amusingly as you walk across. Beyond the bridge, you'll find stunning lakeside scenery, including a vast lotus pond that blooms beautifully in summer—a rare and precious sight in the arid Kashgar region. In addition to the lotus pond, the area features a fishing garden and an ecological swimming pool, offering plenty of recreational activities. Take the shuttle bus to reach the poplar forest area deep in the attraction. This vast forest spans over 10,000 acres, showcasing poplar trees in various forms at different growth stages. Fall is the ideal time to visit when the leaves turn golden yellow. A unique feature here is that the poplars grow along the water's edge, allowing you to capture stunning photos of their reflections on the calm surface. The attraction also features jujube forests and farmhouse dining areas for additional exploration and meals. A hotel has recently been built within the park.——Jinhu Yangderui Resort Hotel is a great choice for those planning to enjoy a 2-day or longer vacation within the park.

Walnut Seven Fairies Garden

Yecheng County has a long history of walnut cultivation. The county has a walnut planting area of ​​520,000 mu and rich ancient tree resources. The group of seven walnut trees located in Village 17 of Saibag Township, Yecheng County is the oldest walnut tree group discovered in Kashgar, so it is called the "Seven Walnut Fairies Garden".