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Top 10 Water Fun Attractions near Alashankou [2025]
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Sayram Lake
4.7
/5
12776 reviews
9.1
From US$20.22
Based on 92 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609097659990
Address: Sayram Lake, Bole, Bortala, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
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Sailimu Lake is an absolutely divine attraction in Yili. Once you visit, you'll understand the true blue of Tarim Lake. We spent two days driving around the entire area, stopping wherever we went to rest. It was truly a wonderful experience, especially if you're driving yourself. It's truly the best choice and I highly recommend it. I especially recommend bringing a drone with you if you visit Sailimu Lake; the photos it captures are truly unparalleled. Several of my accompanying photos were taken with a drone, and they're truly stunning.
The scenery of Sailimu Lake is worth seeing. I have already visited it twice. It has different beauty in every season. I will come again next time. I want to see Sailimu Lake in the snow in winter.
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Narat Scenic Spot
4.5
/5
3169 reviews
7.9
From US$18.95
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609995291888
Address: Nalatizhen, Xinyuan, Ili, Xinjiang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Ride horses in Snow Lotus Valley to see the lingering June snow
Bonfire party with Heizou horse dance
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In-depth tours are recommended, such as to the Snow Lotus Valley, the windmill platform of Volta Jiaota, and the Eagle Platform. The scenery along the way to these locations is beautiful, and the view at the end point is wide and refreshing, which is worth a visit.
Nalati Grassland, a gem of Xinjiang's Ili River Valley, is the perfect epitome of the "Grassland in the Sky"! Here's a summary of its highlights and experiences:
🌿 Stunning Features:
1. Three-dimensional grassland landscape: Snow-capped mountains, spruce forests, river valleys, and meadows intertwine layer upon layer. The contrasting styles of the "Grassland in the Sky" and "Grassland in the River Valley" sections are particularly striking: the former is vast and majestic, while the latter is winding and gentle, almost like something you've stepped into your Windows desktop wallpaper!
2. Four-season beauty: Summer brings rolling green waves and wildflowers, autumn is a vibrant golden season, and winter is blanketed in snow, a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
3. Folk Culture Experience: Stay in a Kazakh yurt, savor hand-pulled lamb and milk tea, and enjoy folk songs and dances at night, immersing you in the authentic nomadic culture.
⚠️ Notes:
· The scenic area is vast, so it's recommended to reserve 1-2 days for your visit, prioritizing the shuttle bus to visit key attractions like the Nomadic Homestead and Tianjie Terrace.
· Strong sunlight and large temperature fluctuations require sun protection, hats, and windproof jackets. A bit commercialized, so be sure to negotiate prices for activities like horseback riding in advance.
📌 Summary:
Although the entrance and transportation fees are high, the stunning natural scenery and unique cultural experiences are well worth it! Perfect for you!
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Kalajun National Park
4.6
/5
2706 reviews
7.8
From US$19.66
Based on 11 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609997765295
Address: Tekes, Ili, Xinjiang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Saved by 161 users2147 positive reviews
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First of all, the scenic area is incredibly large. We opted for a self-drive ticket, entered the parking lot, and boarded a scenic shuttle bus to Flower Terrace and Falcon Terrace. The grassland scenery along the way was breathtaking, and the several photo stops were new to us Suzhou residents. It was truly stunning! Taking the kids horseback riding and hiking, soaking in the natural beauty, alleviated the anxiety of the city's fast pace and allowed me to slow down and experience the world. After a round of touring, we discovered a camping area with a teahouse at the horseback riding station, perfect for a break, some snacks, and some hot tea with friends. It was a beautiful experience!
Kalajun was just as described online; it was generally enjoyable, with the hike from Flower Terrace to Falcon Terrace being the most interesting. But honestly, Kalajun, the King of Grasslands, was definitely a pleasant experience. Having visited Bayinbuluke, Nalati, and finally Kalajun, I can speak for myself. Overall, it was quite good!
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Kurdenin Scenic Area
4.4
/5
542 reviews
7.4
From US$8.43
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609997758590
Address: Tokkuztara, Ili, Xinjiang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 4-5 hours
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It's worth staying overnight. The scenic area is large, but the core is in Zhonggou and the Qimengde Observation Deck. The spruce forest is spectacular! The Qiafuqi Lake on the way is also worth stopping to check in. It is very blue.
While reaching the Qimengde Observation Deck isn't easy, it's definitely worth the trip! Kurdenin is still breathtaking in August! Spruce trees, snow-capped mountains, blue skies, white clouds, and the sight of cattle and horses everywhere—it's truly spectacular!
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Qiaxi Forest Park
4.4
/5
198 reviews
6.8
From US$156.15
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609995626850
Address: Jiergelang Township, Gongliu County, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
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A base for those who pull onions from dry land. 🤭
It's off-season now, so there aren't many people around. The horseback riding lasted a long time, two hours straight. My butt was sore from sitting, but it was such a joy.
The natural scenery is quite nice, with beautiful views of forests, streams, and grasslands—everything you could imagine. You can ride horseback and sightseeing buses, and it's not too tiring. The entrance fee is also quite reasonable. Drive to the ticket gate and then continue a bit further into the mountains to the parking lot.
Near the parking lot, there are a lot of loudspeaker ads advertising promotions for filming "grazing onions" (likely referring to a game) in the dry land, which makes it a bit cluttered, but it's not bad at all.
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Zhaosu Yuhu Scenic Area
4.6
/5
124 reviews
6.3
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8613629995000
Address: 伊犁哈萨克自治州昭苏县
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Tianshan Mountains glacier heartland summer lake resort
Enjoy the mesmerizing, color-changing lake views this summer
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Yuhu Lake is surprisingly beautiful, but also relatively secluded, so it's not a busy place for self-driving cars.
Many areas within the scenic area are still under development, which slightly impacts the scenery.
The scenic area's observation deck is a bit small, with only a few cars parked, which can easily lead to traffic.
I heard it is an artificial reservoir, but it is really beautiful. The color of the lake water is different in different locations. The facilities inside are not very complete. After seeing the lake, driving along the road inside is also a scenic line. You can also rest and eat by the lake, which is very comfortable. The car is 100/car and 30 per person. Children are half price and seniors over 65 are free. It is good. If the facilities are more complete, more people will come. The service of the staff is also good.
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Tangbula Grassland
4.8
/5
88 reviews
5.8
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609994888678
Address: Nilka, Ili, Xinjiang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
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Go to Tangbula Grassland to enjoy the beautiful scenery of snow-capped mountains, experience diverse folk customs, feel the history and culture, and relax and purify your mind in nature. You can experience Kazakh yurt food (milk tea, hand-grabbed meat), learn Dongbula, dance black horse, participate in Aken singing, girl chasing, etc., and feel the nomadic culture. - Beautiful natural scenery: The grassland is vast, wild flowers are blooming, cattle and sheep are in herds, and the Kashgar River winds through it, which contrasts with the snow-capped mountains and forests, forming a picturesque scenery. The Fairy Lake is emerald green and clear, like an emerald inlaid in the embrace of the snow-capped mountains. In addition, there are hot spring resources, such as Buren Hot Spring, which are rich in minerals and have health-care effects.
- Rich history and culture: Mengkete Ancient Road was an important channel for the Wusun people to migrate westward into the hinterland of Tianshan during the Western Han Dynasty. It has a history of more than 2,000 years. You can feel the vicissitudes of history along the way. The Qiorma Martyrs Cemetery carries a heavy historical memory, where you can commemorate the soldiers who sacrificed their lives to build the Duku Highway.
- Diverse ways to play: suitable for self-driving sightseeing, driving along the S315 Provincial Road, it feels like the car is traveling in a painting, and there are many viewing platforms along the way, you can stop at any time to enjoy the scenery. For outdoor enthusiasts, Mengkete Ancient Road, Bear Valley and other places are good places for hiking adventures. You can also walk into the felt houses of local herdsmen, taste special foods such as roasted lamb, and experience the customs and habits of ethnic minorities such as the Kazakhs.
- The best playing period is long: from the end of May to the beginning of June, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the blooming red flowers of the Tianshan Mountains. From June to August, the grassland is green, wild flowers are colorful, and rape flowers are in full bloom. From July to September, you can also see the magnificent scenery of the golden grassland and snow-capped mountains against each other. There are unique scenery in different seasons.
- Good tourism facilities: There are facilities such as the Kork Mountain Resort and Aktas Resort in the scenic area, which can provide tourists with catering, accommodation and other services. The surrounding transportation is relatively convenient, whether you start from Nileke County or go along the Duku Highway.
It's over. I don't know where to go after playing here. This is the most beautiful place in the world! The key is that there is no entrance fee!
The snow-capped mountains, green grasslands, and gurgling streams are so beautiful. It's so beautiful.
If you are lucky, you can also see birds, flowers, cattle and sheep
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Antler Bay Scenic Area
4.2
/5
64 reviews
5.3
From US$4.22
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609936016565
Address: Boltong Ancient Ranch in Shawan County, Tacheng District, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
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The best time to see the scenery of Lujiao Bay is probably in June and July every year, and early August is also OK. At this time, the grassland is full of green grass, which is simply a natural oxygen bar. In such an environment, riding a handsome and tall horse in the oxygen bar is simply a happy life.
Lujiao Bay is really worth a visit. The scenery will instantly make you melt into it. Your mind will be extremely open at that moment, and all your worries will go with the wind. It is so beautiful.
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di mao · re dao le yuan
4.5
/5
52 reviews
4.6
From US$6.74
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0992-6688222
Address: 新疆维吾尔自治区伊犁哈萨克自治州奎屯市呼图壁街一号
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Enjoy the beautiful view of summer lotus flowers on the lake
Enjoy a large indoor water park all year round
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The scenery and decorations are very beautiful, suitable for filming, and the normal activities are fun and interesting. The only drawback is that there are no slippers and bath towels, and no advance notice. It is recommended that guests bring their own
This water park must be praised! The facilities are novel and unique, and the Hurricane Bay slide is so fun! The water is clear and clean, and the queues for each project are very fast. There are free hot showers in the park, which is very considerate. The staff is very friendly and will answer any questions. The experience is perfect!
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