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Xinjiang Kunlun Mountain Scenic Area
No. 17 of Night Attractions in Xinjiang

Xinjiang Kunlun Mountain Scenic Area

5.5
4.2/5
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Banlange grassland is located at the northern foot of Kunlun Mountain, in Uruksai Township in the mountainous area of ​​Cele County. It is a winter pasture for herdsmen. The basic vegetation includes Kunlun Song, needle hair, astragalus, wild onion, etc. It is also a beautiful alpine grassland and a natural grassland, famous for its excellent grass quality and pollution-free. Uruksai is Uyghur, meaning "big river beach". The grassland is 95 kilometers away from Cele County, 15 kilometers away from Uruksai Township Government, and 2 kilometers away from the township people's government is at the foot of Kunlun Mountain. As the altitude gradually increases after entering the mountain, it reaches an altitude of 3,500-3,800 meters. The scenery on both sides of the road is becoming more and more different from the desert Gobi. After passing a big uphill top, the 45,000-acre Banlange grassland will appear in front of you. Although it is not as wide as Nalati grassland, it does not lack the charm of a grassland. Although it is not as flat as Balikun grassland, its endless blue sky, touchable white clouds, wild flowers all over the mountains and green grasslands, as well as groups of cattle and sheep floating on the hillside, playful marmots, jumping hares, running yaks, snow chickens with spread wings, and roosting partridges, isn't it a true portrayal of what a grassland should have? Echoing the Banlange grassland in the distance is the majestic Kunlun Mountains, a sacred mountain that holds a prominent position as the "ancestor of all mountains" in the cultural history of the Chinese nation. The ancients called the Kunlun Mountains the "Dragon Ancestor Vein" of China. It stretches 2,500 kilometers from east to west, starting from the Pamir Plateau in Tajikistan in the west and ending at the Kunlun Pass and the adjacent Qinghai-Tibet Mountains - the Burhan Buda Mountains, Bayankala Mountains and Amnye Machen Mountains in the east, forming an Inner Asian barrier between the Xizang Plateau and the Tarim Basin in western China, with an average altitude of 5,500 to 6,000 meters and a width of 130 to 200 kilometers. The Bugdaban Peak, with an altitude of 6,860 meters, is an important natural regional boundary between Xinjiang Province and Qinghai Province. Standing in the grassland, even the vision becomes broad all of a sudden. A vast green velvet carpet lies before your eyes. Hundreds of birds fly, foxes and rabbits gather in groups, and various animals come and Round-trip, interweaving together into a beautiful picture, which is refreshing. The fresh air makes people intoxicated. I really want to sing a famous song of Tengger, "Blue sky, white sheep..." Speaking of sheep, the famous Hotan sheep are dotted here. It is famous because it has created the well-known Hotan carpet. The rock paintings found in the Sangzhu and Loulan ruins in Hotan, as well as the colored wool fabrics from the Eastern Han Dynasty unearthed in the Minfeng and Niya ruins, prove that the Hotan area has been raising white sheep for hand-woven wool fabrics for a long time. Hotan sheep is a semi-coarse-wool sheep breed that is resistant to drought, heat and roughage. It has lived in desertification and semi-desert for a long time.grasslandUnder the ecological environment and low nutritional level, it has formed the characteristics of high adaptability. Its hair is bi-type, long and uniform, with good elasticity, luster and whiteness, and is suitable for weaving.carpetThe high-quality raw materials of Hetian and jacquard blankets, Hetian carpets woven from Hetian sheep wool enjoy a high reputation internationally. The people living on the Banlange grassland are as generous and hospitable as the mountains.UighurThe Uygur people are mainly engaged in farming. Historical records and ancient cultural relics prove that Hotan is one of the ancient agricultural areas in Xinjiang, planting crops such as cotton, wheat, and corn. In ancient times, there was a considerable foundation. According to the record of Hotan in the "Book of Han·Biography of the Western Regions", "all planted grains, grass, livestock and made soldiers, which was roughly the same as the Han." However, many Uygurs have changed their traditional lifestyles and live in mobile homes on the grasslands - yurts, leading a nomadic life of following water and grass, and migrating back and forth between summer pastures and winter pastures every year. The simple ethnic customs have attracted many tourists from Hotan and all over Xinjiang to come here to escape the summer heat and travel. Every year from late spring to late autumn is the bustling season in Banlange. In late spring, the vast grassland is surrounded by white clouds, and the stream formed by the melting snow of Kunlun flows between the mountain streams and grasslands. Sit down and touch the light and fluffy grass, bathe in the warm sunshine, breathe the air with a slight scent of grass, and hear the ancient and melodious tunes of herdsmen. On the mountaintops in the distance, sheep are like stars, and the green dome is dotted with a little white, which can't be seen inadvertently. In such a natural scenery, lie down and feel it carefully, and slowly integrate into this beautiful picture... In early summer, flowers are in full bloom, birds are singing, and the whole grassland is "dressed" beautifully by flowers all over the mountains. Rare species such as Kunlun snow chicken, quack chicken, and marmot are wrapped in it. Flocks of sheep and goats live in the grassland like flowing white clouds, and groups of dairy cows, cattle, and yaks appear and disappear in the grass on the hills. Thousands of horses are galloping on the vast grassland, and eagles are soaring in the blue sky with white clouds, forming a vivid and real landscape painting. Here you can appreciate the beautiful grassland scenery of "the sky is vast, the wilderness is boundless, and the wind blows the grass low to see cattle and sheep". In the midsummer heat, the lush sea of ​​grass looks like an ocean. You can have a picnic here to escape the heat, spread out cushions or sit on the ground, and enjoy the feast here. There are prairie chicken, roasted whole lamb, barbecue, thin-skin buns, local eggs, corn sacs, prairie sand date honey, yellow apricots and other special snacks. The yellow apricots here are tender and delicious. They are mountain variants. The fresh juice is sweet and sour, and the taste is smooth. The almonds are edible, large, and taste good. They have antitussive and expectorant effects. When you rest after the meal, if you are interested, you can also whip the horse, ride around and see the real happiness of the herdsmen. You can hunt for the mysterious beauty of the distant Kunlun Mountains, or enjoy the running and playing of hares and marmots on the nearby grass slopes. You can also pick green and fresh wild mushrooms and wild mountain onions. The shepherds here always pick some wild mountain onions to take back to make naan or wrap "ququer" (wontons). In autumn, the temperature in Hotan is still scorching, but here there is no heat at all, which makes people feel Unlimited happy and comfortable. The air is filled with humid water vapor from time to time. Unconsciously, you are in the clouds and mist of the mountains. You accidentally experience the feeling of being a god, and you feel a little proud in your heart. Autumn is also the season of harvest. There are delicious food and abundant fruits. The special flavors presented by the simple and hospitable herdsmen will make you linger. The white felt house is like a woven snow lotus, providing you with a place to settle down when you are tired, and you can experience the exotic customs in person. At the same time, autumn is also the season for mowing grass. The grass cutters set up shacks deep in the grassland, and three or five people live together. By September, piles of grass are neatly stacked, waiting to be processed and shipped out. Banlange grassland has green grass, green mountains, white snow peaks and clouds and sky, with unique scenery, outlining a gorgeous picture of alpine pasture. The climate is pleasant and it is a good place to escape the summer heat. The following time is left for everyone to appreciate the beautiful scenery and reminisce the unforgettable journey.Qira · 97.4km from downtown
Kunlun Grand Canyon

Kunlun Grand Canyon

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The Kunlun Mountain Grand Canyon National AAA-level Scenic Spot in Kunyu City, the 14th Division of the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps, is located in a pasture in Cele County. It is located in the southern part of the Kunlun Mountains, the "ancestor of all mountains", between the Tarim Basin and the Kunlun Mountains, with an altitude of more than 3,200 meters. The landform pattern formed by the embrace of the Central Kunlun Mountains has created special natural landscape conditions and shaped many rare natural wonders in the world. The high mountain canyons, snow-covered grasslands, and river oases in the scenic area complement each other. The majestic beauty of the Kunlun Mountains, the vast beauty of the desert Gobi, the vast beauty of the alpine meadows, and many magnificent natural landscapes attract many domestic and foreign tourists with their primitive and rugged beauty of nature. The Kunlun Mountains are not only majestic, surrounded by clouds and mist, with pure air and snow in June, but also known as the "God Mountain" and "Holy Mountain" at home and abroad. In 2014, the Grand Canyon Tourist Scenic Area of ​​a Ranch in Kunyu City, the 14th Division, was rated as a national AAA-level Grand Canyon Tourist Scenic Area and established as one of the three boutique routes in Hotan Prefecture. Here, the people are simple and honest, the scenery is beautiful, the climate is pleasant, and there are strange mountains and rivers; various flowers compete for beauty, hundreds of birds pay homage to the phoenix, the climate is pleasant, and the lush green grass and white sheep form a series of attractive and magnificent scenery. The entire scenic area is divided into four functional areas: one is the snow-covered grassland reception area; the second is the grassland sightseeing area; the third is the mountaineering and adventure area; and the fourth is the characteristic cultural experience area. The scenic area is mainly for sightseeing and leisure vacations, with business exhibitions, hiking, horseback riding, sheep grabbing, camel riding, mountaineering and adventure, Kunlun cultural tourism experience and other expansion projects. The number of people who travel to the National AAA-level Grand Canyon of a Ranch every year can reach more than 1,000 people per day.Qira · >100km from downtown
Cele County Kunlun Mountain Balang Scenic Area Starry Sky Campground

Cele County Kunlun Mountain Balang Scenic Area Starry Sky Campground

2.9
Qira · 97.8km from downtown
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2.9
Qira · >100km from downtown
ce le xian kun lun sheng jing ( ban lan ge jing qu )

ce le xian kun lun sheng jing ( ban lan ge jing qu )

2.8
Qira · 93.6km from downtown
Cele County Shahu Bihu Scenic Area

Cele County Shahu Bihu Scenic Area

2.7
1.0/5
1 reviews
Qira · 6.1km from downtown
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xin jiang kun lun shan ban lan ge jing qu meng gu bao

2.6
Qira · 97.3km from downtown
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ce le xian ban lan ge cao chang

2.6
Qira · 78.6km from downtown
Damagou Buddhism Cultural Relic Site

Damagou Buddhism Cultural Relic Site

2.5
Qira · 26.9km from downtown
Yamen Grassland

Yamen Grassland

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4.5/5
23 reviews
Qira · >100km from downtown

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William大哥21 May 2026
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Snow-capped mountains and grasslands may be found everywhere, but Kunlun, the ancestor of all mountains, the abode of immortals, is unique in the world. No regrets for being born in China, and a must-do in this lifetime is to climb Kunlun Mountain. Kunlun Secret Realm Luxury Wilderness Hotel, located within the core scenic area, boasts top-tier management standards. Welcome to experience it.

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gytbc9 September 2023
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I originally thought that the Kunlun Grand Canyon would be as colorful as the Antelope Canyon. Perhaps because of the weather, without the reflection of sunlight, the canyon gives people a desolate feeling. At this time, I feel that human beings are really insignificant.

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M34***269 September 2025
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It's not built yet, I ran away, I don't know what it will look like after it is built

Cele County Shahu Bihu Scenic Area

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社恐的独行地图5 June 2021
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🌟Yamen Grassland is located in the south of Nur Township, Cele County, Hotan Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (Sarlong Village, Nur Township), and north of Kunlun Mountain. It is a summer grassland with a total area of ​​43,000 mu and an altitude of 3,600m-3,700m. The basic vegetation of the grassland is Kunlun Artemisia, Silver Spike Grass, Wild Onion, Wool and other plants. It is a national first-class grassland. 🌟In the midsummer season from June to July, it is a summer grassland with complex terrain, gullies, cool and pleasant climate, various flowers and plants competing for beauty, lush green grass and white sheep form an attractive grassland scene, which is fascinating. Moreover, the gradual approach to Kunlun has the magical feeling of "four seasons in one day, different weather in ten miles". It is a good place for sightseeing, film and television theme collection, and location photography. There are many tourists who go to the grassland for summer vacation and leisure every year. It is an ideal place for summer vacation. 🌟If you come here for a tour, you will see a huge and flat green carpet lying in front of us. It is smooth and delicate, stretched and graceful, without a single weed or bone. Sit down and take a closer look at the shallow fur grass, which is dense and beautiful. You will feel pity in your heart and want to touch it. The meat is tender and soft. On the top of the mountain in the distance, there are a few cows and sheep like stars, dotting the green dome with a little white. You can't see it inadvertently. The handsome horses and leisurely cows are walking, running, lying, standing, eating, or staring at us. The sky is blue, the clouds are white, the mountains are dark and cold, and the Kunlun Snow Peak is like a huge ice curtain, which makes people concentrate and clear. The ice and snow on the south bank of the river are crystal clear, and the green grass and flowers on the north slope are touching. 🌟🌟Yamen grassland is 160 kilometers away from Cele County and 20 kilometers away from the township government. There is a simple road to pass. You can also take a bus from Hotan to Cele County, and then charter a car to the grassland. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟It takes five hours to drive here from Hotan. Please bring snacks in the car to avoid being hungry. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟The day before you go here, make sure you are in good health because the altitude here is a bit high. Remember to bring a coat🧥. The temperature difference on the mountain is a bit big. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟If you want to take pictures on the highest mountain📷, please wear the most comfortable sneakers you think👟. It is estimated that it will take three and a half hours to climb a circle on the mountain, and your feet will be soft when you climb to the top of the mountain. But the scenery and air on the top of the mountain are really good👌.

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