Autumn Colors in Southern Xinjiang

Come to Southern Xinjiang in October! The autumn here is unbelievably beautiful! 🌳 The Zepu Jinhu Poplar National Forest is like a golden ocean! The poplar forest is now at its best viewing period~ Every shot of the golden scenery looks like a masterpiece! Standing under a thousand-year-old poplar tree, you can truly understand what it means to "live for a thousand years without dying, die for a thousand years without falling, and fall for a thousand years without decaying" in terms of vitality! 💪 🚗 Driving yourself is definitely the best way to explore Xinjiang! Highly recommend renting a tank~ great performance and super cool for photos! 🕶️ ⏰ Park Information: 📍 Address: 40 km southwest of Zepu Town, Zepu County, Kashgar, Xinjiang 🕙 Opening Hours: 10:00-20:00 🎫 Ticket: 38 RMB, a bargain! 📸 Must-visit spots: 1️⃣ Golden Poplar Avenue (great for photos on sunny days!) 2️⃣ Lake Reflection Area (wearing red clothes makes it even more stunning) 3️⃣ Horse Riding Experience Area (camel rides only 30 RMB!) The 315 National Highway at dawn is breathtaking! The golden sunlight at sunrise shines on the road, paired with the distant rolling desert 🏜️, it feels like traveling to another world! Recommended Gear: 🕶️ Sunglasses + sunscreen (UV rays are really strong) 🧣 Scarf (great for wind and sand, and for styling) 📷 Don’t forget to bring a telephoto lens!