[2025 Huocheng ] Travel Guide for Princess Jieyou Lavender Garden (Updated Jul)

Huo Cheng, more romantic than Provence, is full of lavender in the country lanes, and there is a lavender river hidden in the back mountain of Huang Huang Village, flowing with purple romance. Yili, Xinjiang, known as 'Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall', has become the largest lavender base in the country with its unique geographical location and climate conditions. It is located at the same latitude as Provence and Hokkaido, and is one of the three major lavender planting bases in the world. Flowering period: mid to late June to mid July. Huo Cheng Jieyou Princess Lavender Farm Navigation: Near Lu Cao Gou Si Gong Village in Huo Cheng Ticket: 35/person (usually no one collects tickets after 8 or 9 o'clock Photo time: Recommended 9-10 pm sunset time (recommended to wear a white dress for better photos) Features: Located on the must-pass route between Guo Zi Gou and Sailimu Lake, with bright colors and high density, the park is equipped with multiple landscape shapes, and the large and open area is suitable for shooting large sunset scenes. Tianshan Flower Sea Lavender Navigation: North Slope of Kashgar Town, Yining County Ticket: 35/person Photo time: Sunrise and sunset Features: Located in the core area of the Yili River Valley, it runs through Yidun and Dun Na Expressway, a modern sightseeing park, it is a real ten thousand mu flower sea, visually magnificent Yiparhan Lavender Sightseeing Park Navigation: Cultural Road, Yining County Ticket: 35/person Photo time: Sunrise and sunset Features: There are many facilities, including a white piano in the middle of the flower sea, European-style windmills, purple pavilions, and a large white clock arch. There are roses near the service center. Lavender flower language: Waiting for love. I give you a purple sea, wishing you a lifetime of loveliness, a lifetime of being loved.

June is the perfect time for Yili's lavender blooms! A trip to Yili's lavender fields isn't the main highlight of visiting Xinjiang... Because Xinjiang is vast...with many stunning places... If you happen to be in Yili between late June and early July... Wake up early and experience the romantic purple fragrance at a lavender estate[Tiptop][Tiptop] Sharing this itinerary｜ 10 Days & 9 Nights Northern Duku Highway Tour in Xinjiang Our chosen travel style｜6-person pure-play tour group DAY1⃣️ Chengdu—✈️—Ürümqi (stay in Ürümqi) DAY2⃣️ Depart from Ürümqi—Shanshan (350km) (stay in Shanshan) DAY3⃣️ Shanshan—Turpan—Kuytun (520KM) (stay in Kuytun) DAY4⃣️ Kuytun—Sayram Lake—Yining (550km) (stay in Yining) DAY5⃣️ Yining—Qiaxi—Gongliu (385KM) (stay in Gongliu) DAY6⃣️ Gongliu—Bayanbulak (260KM) (stay in Bayanbulak) DAY7⃣️ Bayanbulak—Nalati (70KM) (stay in Nalati) DAY8⃣️ Nalati—Northern Duku Highway—Kuytun (230KM) DAY9⃣️ Kuytun—Ürümqi (280KM) (stay in Ürümqi) DAY🔟 Ürümqi—✈️ Chengdu Key Attractions‼️ 👍 Kumtag Desert—The desert closest to a city 👍 Tuyugou Valley, Turpan—Xinjiang's oldest Uyghur village to date 👍 Guozigou Bridge—A major breakthrough in Xinjiang's highway history 👍 Kazanqi Folk Village—The only large-scale original ecological cultural attraction reflecting Uyghur customs in Northern Xinjiang 👍 Qiaxi Forest Park—"The Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall is in Yili, and the most beautiful part of Yili is Qiaxi" 👍 Nalati Grassland—The grassland with the largest Kazakh population, most comfortable from July to September 👍 Bayanbulak—Capture the "nine suns" sunset at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns 👍 Duku Highway—Don't miss the silhouette views at sunset on the Duku Highway 👍 Dushanzi Grand Canyon—"The secret realm of Duku, a wonder of hundreds of millions of years" Local Cuisine: Big Plate Chicken｜Lamb Skewers｜Traditional Yogurt｜Baked Buns｜Naan Bread｜Lagman Noodles, Hand-pulled Rice｜Grilled Lamb Ribs｜Cold-water Fish｜Rack Roast 💰 Cost:

This is my third time visiting this small village, 1 hour drive from Sayram Lake, 1.5 hours from Yining, both the name and the village life make it unforgettable after just one visit! 📍 "Huanghuang Village" Everyday life here is really just wandering around the village, lying in the guesthouse during the hot daytime, strolling on the street when it cools down, sitting in different cafes, meeting hosts who also love life... In June and July, a vast sea of purple flowers blooms, the moment you arrive at the village entrance you are surrounded by the strong scent of lavender, the best light comes just before sunset and lasts until the blue hour, every shot looks like a movie scene! Here are some of my favorite spots in Huanghuang Village: - 1️⃣ Princess Worry-Relief Lavender Farm It’s a farm, not a manor! There are two! Be sure to distinguish them! The most photogenic place, with rolling lavender fields, the sunset 🌇 light is absolutely stunning! The telephoto lens compression fills the entire frame with purple! 2️⃣ Flower seas on both sides of the main road entering the village These are villagers’ own flower fields, with different decorations and flower blooming levels. Usually, you need to buy products or pay a fee to enter for photos. When we were there, the light was very good, so we took some shots first to not miss the light. 💰10 RMB/person, with mountains ⛰️ as the background, it’s very photogenic! ⚠️ It’s recommended to park in a nearby parking lot and walk here, as roadside parking during peak season easily causes traffic jams and you might be asked to move by the "hat uncle" security! 3️⃣ Tianshan Red Flower Sea on the back mountain Best blooming before 10 a.m., wilts by noon, gives a Tuscany vibe! We visited it in Bayidi Xiang Village on the way to Huanghuang Village. 4️⃣ Huanghuang Coffee The earliest opened café in the village ☕, American pastoral style, I really like the light and atmosphere here, and the owner is a beautiful lady. 5️⃣ Scrap Cooperative Just opened a week ago when we visited, only one piece of cake left, almost missed having coffee ☕, very popular! Jokingly called a drafty café, but it faces the lavender fields directly, with scenic views everywhere, very beautiful. 6️⃣ Thanks Nature A countryside shop facing the lavender sea, after eating grilled meat all the way, a bowl of spicy beef rice noodles is so refreshing! - 📸 Photo tips ✔️ The light from 2 hours before sunset until the blue hour is the best! Try to shoot with side light or backlight for a more cinematic feel. ✔️ After sunset, bring a warm light source, like a hand lamp or camping light, the contrast between warm and cool light creates more atmosphere. ✔️ When we went, the flowers in the Ili Valley hadn’t bloomed yet, and the road conditions were poor, requiring a high-clearance SUV, which was a big regret 😭 - ♾️ "Itinerary suggestion" Yining ➠ Sayram Lake can be arranged as a stop, stay 1–2 nights The small village is not big, no need to plan a strict order, just go with the flow

"See half of China in one trip!" This epic route connects both sides of the Tianshan Mountains, traversing deserts, lakes, grasslands, snow-capped peaks, and canyons, while encountering Uyghur culture, Pamir eagles, and nomadic traditions. From the fairytale village of Hemu in North Xinjiang to the ancient city of Kashgar in South Xinjiang, from the rugged Dushanzi-Kuqa Highway to the breathtaking Panlong Ancient Road, every day is a visual feast and a cultural odyssey paired with culinary delights! —— 🛬【Itinerary】: DAY1: Meet in Urumqi - Free time - Overnight in Urumqi DAY2: Urumqi - S21 Desert Highway - Colorful Beach - Burqin (566KM, 6.5h) DAY3: Burqin - Hongbasi Grassland - Hemu Sunset - Hemu (231KM, 4h) DAY4: Hemu - Sunrise - Kanas Lake - Jiadengyu/Kanas (35KM, 1h) DAY5: Jiadengyu/Kanas - Three Bays Hike - Devil's City Sunset - Viral Mini Train - Urho (351KM, 5h) DAY6: Urho - Dushanzi Grand Canyon - Glass Walkway - Jinghe (482KM, 6h) DAY7: Jinghe - Sayram Lake Photography - Songshutou - Viral S-Bend - Lavender Farm (mid-Jun to mid-Jul) - Yining (275KM, 4h) DAY8: Yining - Kuerdening Forest Hike - Forest Tea Break - Kuerdening (160KM, 3.5h) DAY9: Kuerdening - Narati "Sky Grassland" Photography - Snow Lotus Valley - Narati (165KM, 3h) DAY10: Narati - Bayinbuluke Grassland - Nine-Bend Sunset - Bayin Town (167KM, 3.5h) DAY11: Bayin Town - Southern Dushanzi-Kuqa Highway - Big/Small Dragon Pools - Kuqa Canyon - Restan Road - Kuqa (210KM, 5.5h) DAY12: Kuqa - Kizil Thousand-Buddha Caves - Wensu Grand Canyon - Aksu City (349KM, 6h) DAY13: Aksu - Id Kah Mosque - Ancient Tea House - Oil Painting Street - Kashgar Old City (460KM, 5.5h) DAY14: Kashgar - Oyitak Red Mountain - White Sand Lake - Karakul Lake - Stone City & Golden Grass Beach - Tashkurgan (281KM, 6h) DAY15: Tashkurgan - Khunjerab Pass - Wakhan Corridor - Panlong Ancient Road - Bandier Lake - Tashkurgan (139KM, 5h) DAY16: Tashkurgan - Tahman Wetland - Muztaghata Glacier Park - Kashgar (283KM, 6h) DAY17: Kashgar - Tour concludes —— ⛺【Must-Visit Spots】: Hemu Village: Admire morning mist from Haden Platform, stay in log cabins for fairytale immersion Kanas Three Bays: Hike Moon Bay → Wolong Bay, discover secret forests & emerald rivers Sayram Lake: Cycle the viral S-bend, overlook floral displays from Songshutou Narati Grassland: Ride horses in "Sky Garden," touch snow at Snow Lotus Valley Bayinbuluke Nine Bends: Capture "Nine Suns" reflection at sunset Panlong Ancient Road: Conquer 639 bends, pose with philosophical road signs Kashgar Old City: Treasure hunt in maze alleys, sip rose milk tea in century-old tea houses Muztaghata Glacier: Ride yaks to glacier's edge, feel the pulse of "Father of Ice Mountains" —— 🍩【Must-Try Foods】: 🔥 North Xinjiang Flavors Burqin Grilled Dogfish: Irtysh River cold-water fish, firm & charred Hemu Earth Pot: Wild mushrooms & lamb stewed at snow mountain's base Yining Handmade Ice Cream: Gulandanmu's century-old shop, nutty & creamy · 🌶️ South Xinjiang Feast Kuqa Tandoori Meat: Lamb skewered on red willow, juice-locked in clay oven Kashgar Pigeon Soup: Qiaxia Lane pigeons in herbal broth, umami explosion Tashkurgan Yak Hotpot: Plateau yak + Pamir wild mushrooms, cold-defying · 🍵 Unique Experiences Kashgar Ancient Tea House: Brick tea with walnut honey cakes, Uyghur folk music Kuerdening Forest Hotpot: Wild-picked greens + fresh lamb, heavenly combo —— 🚌【Transport Tips】: 🚗 Top Choice: Private/Shared Car (7-seater van) Pros: Flexible stops, expert drivers, shared luggage space Price: ~¥1500-1900/person/day (fuel + driver included) Note: Confirm if Sayram/Narati self-drive fees are covered · ⚠️ Key Route Notes Dushanzi-Kuqa Highway: 7-seat max, pack snacks for traffic Pamir Highway: Tashkurgan section requires border pass (free in Kashgar) Panlong Ancient Road: No DIY! Hire experienced drivers —— 🧡【Tips】: 1. Documents: Carry ID! Border pass must list "Tashkurgan County" 2. Altitude: Tashkurgan 3200m+, bring ibuprofen & glucose, no hair wash Day 1 3. Packing: Pamir/Bayin: Windbreaker + down vest (25℃ day-night swing) Desert/Grassland: UV-proof gear (extreme sun exposure) 4. Photography: Devil's City/Colorful Beach: Arrive 1h before sunset Sayram S-Bend: Shoot empty road at 8am 5. Etiquette: Mosques: Quiet attire, women need headscarves at Id Kah Always smile before photographing locals, avoid close-ups of elders · 🌸 Seasonal Highlights: Lavender: Mid-Jun–mid-Jul (Huocheng County) Apricot Blossoms: Late Mar–early Apr (Pamir Highlands) · 💡 Final Notes: Xinjiang travel is "30% scenery, 70% journey" – pack neck pillows, power banks, and playlists to savor every breathtaking view! #CtripCustomTours #CtripDesigners #CustomSummerTrip #XinjiangMultiDayTours #NorthSouthXinjiangLoop #Altay #Ili #Aksu #HemuVillage #Kanas #SayramLake #Narati #Kuerdening #DushanziCanyon #Bayinbuluke #DushanziKuqaHighway #DragonPools #Kuqa #WensuCanyon #KashgarOldCity #PamirPlateau

Here is the transportation, dining, and accommodation information for Jieyou Lavender Manor: Transportation - External transport: You can first fly to Urumqi Diwopu Airport, then transfer to a flight or take a train to Yining. From Yining Airport, it takes about 40 minutes by taxi to Huocheng. Alternatively, take a train from Urumqi Station directly to Yining Station, then transfer to a bus to Huocheng. For self-driving, start from Urumqi via Lianhuo Expressway → Qingyi Expressway, about 600 km, taking around 7 hours. - Internal transport: Yining City has a direct tourist shuttle to the lavender manor. You can also opt for a chartered car, with shared rides for 2-3 people costing about ¥200/day. The manor has a parking lot charging ¥20/day. Dining - Local specialties: Try lavender baked buns, made with lamb and crushed lavender; Ili handmade cheese, rich and creamy in flavor; as well as lavender honey, grilled lamb skewers, hand-pulled rice, and yogurt zongzi (sticky rice dumplings). - Dining options: The manor has an on-site restaurant offering various dishes. Nearby farm stays and guesthouses serve authentic rural and Xinjiang specialties, such as Huocheng Stone Mill Homestay, which prepares farm-style dishes using vegetables from their own garden. Accommodation - Lavender-themed guesthouses: "Meet the Fragrant Wilds" Homestay, located next to the lavender manor, features star-gazing rooms and lavender essential oil baths, starting at ¥680/night; "Purple Dream" Homestay, near Princess Jieyou Lavender Manor, offers a European countryside style, starting at ¥400/night. - Nearby hotels: For example, Yining Tianyuan International Hotel is a 30-minute drive from the manor, starting at ¥500/night. Other options include Huocheng Mansion June Homestay and Huocheng Purple Leisure Homestay, both close to Princess Jieyou Lavender Farm.

| Unlock the Ultimate Purple Romance. Listen up, girls! If you want to see lavender, you MUST go in the afternoon! In mid-to-late June, the sun in Huocheng is "enthusiastic," but the lavender fields at dusk are pure romantic perfection! Save this super practical guide to avoid crowds and capture stunning photos 📸 🚗 Getting There At 7:30 PM, we set off by car from our hotel in Qingshuihe Town, Huocheng, heading to Huanghuang Village. Along the way, our hearts were filled with anticipation for the sea of purple flowers~ 📍 Princess Worry-Free Farm VS Huanghuang Village: Which to Choose? 1️⃣ Princess Worry-Free Lavender Farm: A must-visit for those who want breathtaking portrait shots! The farm is massive, with unique lavender slopes—every snap oozes atmosphere, perfect for blowing up your social media ✨ 2️⃣ Huanghuang Village: If you're like me and just want to immerse yourself in the romantic vibe of lavender, Huanghuang Village is a hidden gem! The moment you enter, the soothing fragrance of lavender hits you—even my Xiaomi fitness band noticed how relaxed I was! Plus, it's free to explore, offering unbeatable value! 🌼 Huanghuang Village In-Depth Guide ✅ Lavender Valley Check-In: Take the sightseeing shuttle for an easy ride straight to the heart of the beauty~ ✅ Leisurely Stroll: Park your car and walk to "Jian Tree Homestay," then venture further. The slightly elevated terrain offers a layered view of lavender fields—every photo turns out stunning! Photos 1-5 in this post were taken here, while 6-9 were snapped along the walk from the village entrance to the parking lot~ 💡 Pro Photography Tips Pick a sunny day and go after 7 or 8 PM! The harsh daylight can wash out the lavender’s color, but at dusk, the purple saturation peaks, cranking up the romance! The comfortable temperature and soft natural lighting make it effortless to capture dreamy shots~ The lavender’s purple hue is utterly therapeutic—I never wanted to leave! But Sayram Lake is calling, and every stop on this Huocheng trip is a delight~ Save this guide and come experience Huocheng’s unique romance for yourself! 💕 #HuochengLavender #HuanghuangVillage #PrincessWorryFreeFarm #XinjiangTravelGuide

I stayed in the Secret Garden B&B in Huanghuang Village, and met the rainbow-bright village chief in the aroma of coffee around the corner. The whole village was like an overturned palette. Stroll through the lavender fields and indulge in a fairy tale. I don't want to wake up 1. Key Information Positioning - Huocheng County: Located in the Ili River Valley of Xinjiang, it is the largest lavender planting base in China, and is known as the "world's three largest lavender producing areas" along with Provence, France and Hokkaido, Japan. - Huanghuang Village: Not an official administrative village name, it may be a synonym for the following two cases: - Sigong Village, Lucaogu Town: The lavender core planting area in Huocheng, with 10,000 acres of lavender fields, has been called "Huanghuang Village" by tourists in recent years because of "Huanghuang Manor" and "Huanghuang Coffee" and other celebrity homestays and cafes. 2. Lavender Travel Guide Optimal time Flowering period: mid-June to early July (full flowering around June 20), with a small amount of secondary flowering in late September. Core experience Check-in in the lavender field: - A sea of ​​purple flowers around Sigong Village, recommended shooting spots: Princess Jieyou Farm (ticket 35 yuan), free field ridge near Huanghuang Manor. - Best light during sunrise/sunset hours, with a white long dress or straw hat for more film. Featured Experiences: - Lavender essential oil making, incense bag DIY (local workshop provides experience). - Ride a bicycle or hike through the flower fields (rent an electric car about 50 yuan/hour). Celebrity landmarks: - Dagger Cafe: Lavender themed coffee + terrace views. - B&B complex: Stay in a courtyard surrounded by lavender (such as "See Tree B&B" "Pu Feng B&B"). Transportation Advice By car: From Yining City, drive about 1 hour along the G218 National Highway towards Hocheng and navigate the “Sigong Village” or “Relief Princess Lavender Farm”. Public Transportation: Take a shuttle bus from Yili Prefecture Passenger Terminal to Hocheng County and charter a bus to Sigong Village (about 30 minutes). 3. Surrounding interlocking attractions Guozigou Bridge: 30 minutes drive from Shinoya Village, snow-capped mountains and canyons and magnificent bridge views. Sailimu Lake: 1 hour drive, June-July lakeside wildflower and lavender itinerary complementary. Kazanqi Folk Village (Yining City): Experience the Uyghur blue-style neighborhood on the return trip. 4. Precautions - Sunscreen: Xinjiang UV rays are strong, need to prepare sunscreen, sunglasses, hat. - Respect farmland: avoid stepping on flower fields, most toll attractions provide path access. - Off-peak travel: There are more tourists during the blooming period, it is recommended to go in the morning or on a working day

Why must you visit Yili in June? Because this season offers a breathtaking "pinnacle" scenery of Xinjiang with snow-capped mountains, flower fields, and lush green grasslands all in one frame 😍 Plus, the experience is fantastic as you avoid the summer vacation crowds, so no worries about overcrowding. The temperature is just right, perfect for wearing pretty dresses and taking photos~ Sayram Lake - Guozigou Bridge - Princess Worry-Free Lavender Farm - Yining City Enter from the east gate and exit from the south gate for a self-drive tour around Sayram Lake, and you’ll see Guozigou Bridge right after. In June, Huocheng’s endless lavender fields are absolutely stunning! Yili in June is full of surprises—get ready for a dreamy journey!

🤗Summarize the complete travel guide of Sailimu Lake from May to August 🗺️Itinerary planning Time arrangement: 3 days and 2 nights (deep lake tour + surrounding extension) ✈️Transportation suggestions: External arrival: Urumqi Diwopu Airport → Bole Airport (1.5 hours flight), or Urumqi Station → Bortala Station (4.5 hours high-speed rail). Transportation to the scenic area: You can rent an electric car at the east gate of the scenic area (150 MOP/hour, deposit 500 MOP), or take the shuttle bus (75 MOP/day, get on and off as you like). ✅Day 1: Tour around Sailimu Lake Morning: East Gate → Songshutou → Dianjiangtai Pine Head (9:00-10:30) 🌄 Climb to the top to overlook the entire "Jelly Lake". From May to June, you can enjoy the snow-capped mountains and wild flowers in the same frame. 🚶 Hiking route: wooden plank road to the top of the mountain (about 40 minutes, wear non-slip shoes). The Generals’ Platform (11:00-12:30) 🏰 Historical site: The place where Genghis Khan reviewed his troops during his western expedition. The viewing platform offers a view of the lake and sky. 📸 Check-in points: Aobao, Genghis Khan statue. Noon: Keller's Pearl 🌊 Highlights: The clearest area of ​​the lake, where you can see the wonder of the "forest in the water". 🍱 Lunch: Bring your own dry food (there are few restaurants in the scenic area, self-heating rice is recommended). 🦢 Experience: Feed the swans (bring your own bread crumbs, do not feed other food). Afternoon: Xihai Grassland → Swan Water → Santai Grassland Xihai Grassland (14:00-15:30) 🌼 May-June: grassland flowers (nasturtiums, forget-me-nots), July-August: rapeseed fields. 🐎 Experience: Horse riding (80 dollars/hour, wear long pants to prevent leg rubbing). Swan Water Fun (16:00-17:00) 🦢 Wild swan habitat, most active during dawn and dusk. 📸 Check-in point: The wooden plank road extends to the bird-watching platform in the lake. Santai Grassland (17:30-18:30) 🌅 The best spot to watch the sunset, with the sunset glowing on the snow-capped mountains and the lake. ⚠️ Note: It is windy, please wear a windproof jacket. Night: Starry sky camping (optional) 🌌 Highlights: Sailimu Lake is one of the "most beautiful starry sky photography locations in China" with a light pollution level of Level 1. 📍 Recommended spots: near Dianjiangtai and the waterfront beach. ⚠️ Note: The temperature at night can drop to 5℃, so you need to bring down jackets; open flames are prohibited. ✅Day 2: Secret area on the southern route and surrounding extensions Morning: Moon Bay → Sailing Base Moon Bay (9:00-10:30) 🌙 The lake is shaped like a crescent moon and the water is Tiffany blue, which is suitable for shooting minimalist style blockbusters. 🚤 Experience: Sailing out on the lake (180 mosquitoes/person, 30 minutes, one-piece waterproof suit provided). Sailing base (11:00-12:00) 🏄 Extreme sports: jet skiing, wakeboarding (reservation required in advance, 300 mosquitoes/15 minutes). Noon: Guozigou Bridge Observation Deck 🌉 Highlights: The most beautiful bridge in Xinjiang, overlooking the canyon and Sailimu Lake. 🍴 Lunch: Sailimu Lake white salmon feast (recommended "Xinmaoyuan Restaurant", steamed white salmon 298 yuan/catties). 📸 Check-in points: Observation deck, plank road under the bridge. Afternoon: Lavender Manor (open only in June and July) 💜 Highlights: Princess Jieyou Lavender Farm (not a scenic spot, few people and dense flowers). 📸 Check-in points: purple flower sea, windmill, wooden house. 🛍 Souvenirs: lavender essential oil, sachets (farm-operated store, negotiable). Evening: Return to Sailimu Lake 🌄 Enter the scenic area again and head straight to the "Water Beach" to watch the sunset (19:30-20:30). 📸 Check-in points: rocky beach by the lake, wild swans. ✅Day 3: Hiking and return Morning: Ice Bubble Spectacular (May only) 🧊 Highlights: When the lake surface has not completely melted, bubbles can be seen under the ice. 📍 Recommended spots: near the north gate and the bay below the pine tree. ⚠️ Note: Wear anti-slip crampons and stay away from deep water. Noon: Bole City Food Tour 🍜 Food recommendations: Bole Street Night Market: baked buns (3 yuan/piece), yogurt rice dumplings (8 yuan/portion) Aishajiang Restaurant: Big Plate Chicken (medium portion 88 yuan, with belt noodles) 🛍 Souvenirs: wolfberries, raisins (I recommend "Oasis Fruits", which can be vacuum-packed). Afternoon: Return 🚗 Transportation: Return from Bole Airport, or take the high-speed rail to Urumqi. 📌 Tips: Luggage can be stored at the east gate of the scenic area (20 yuan/piece), and the last shuttle bus is at 20:00. 🔥🏨Accommodation recommendations 🟢In the scenic area: Dianjiangtai Starry Sky Camp (glass-top tent, breakfast included, reservation required 1 month in advance) Saihu Yunshang Hotel (wooden house by the lake, with floor heating, open in winter) 🟢Outside the scenic area: Bole City: Xiaerxili Hotel (high cost-effective, including airport transfer) Huocheng County: Princess Jieyou Lavender Theme Hotel (only available from June to July, lavender scented room) ‼ ️Things to note 1⃣️Weather changes: The temperature difference is large from May to August, so wear short sleeves and sun protection clothes during the day and down jackets at night. 2⃣️Environmental protection requirements: It is forbidden to trample on the meadow, feed animals, and take away the garbage. 3⃣️Drone control: You need to report to the scenic area in advance (East Gate Visitor Center). The no-fly zones include Dianjiangtai and Xihai Grassland. 👉🏻Ticket policy: Self-driving ticket is 145 mosquitoes/person (including ticket + self-driving fee), valid for 48 hours, and can be entered twice. This guide combines the latest information on the opening of scenic spots in 2025 with the recommendations of local guides. The route has been verified by on-site visits and is suitable for tourists who are visiting Sailimu Lake for the first time. It ensures that there are no repeated routes and the information is authentic and reliable. If you are going to Sailimu Lake from May to August, it is recommended to visit it before going. 😍

How can I describe Xinjiang in summer? If I had known Xinjiang, why would I bother with the Alps? I think this sentence is the best annotation for summer travel in Xinjiang. Serene, healing, peaceful, carefree are the words that best describe Ili. Cattle, sheep, horses, spruce trees, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, wildflowers, and streams are the scenery you can see everywhere in Ili. - 【Xiata】🏔️ Xiata is the divine presence of Ili. The stunning Muzart Glacier, coupled with grasslands and spruce trees, is the scene of my dreams. - 【Nalati】🌲 The internet-famous bridge on Nalati's aerial grassland, the S-bend of Panlong Valley Road, and the cattle and sheep scattered across the river valley grasslands are all healing existences. - 【Kalajun】🌼 You can go grass skiing on the Xianhua Platform in the Kalajun Grassland in summer, and the snow-capped mountains at the Falcon Platform are truly breathtaking. There are also human grasslands in Koktokay, where you can enjoy rafting, ziplining, and other recreational activities. - 【Kurdening】🐑 Riding a horse into the scenic area, you can capture photos of the small wooden houses under the snow-capped mountains, just like in "Heidi," and the anime-style clouds. Be sure to experience horseback riding here; it's amazing. - 【Qasi Grassland】🌿 If you don't have dreams, why Qasi? This is the grassland of my dreams. Through the spruce trees, I took the best photos of my life. I recommend staying at the RV campsite in the scenic area for better photo opportunities. - 🚶I'm sharing my 10-day itinerary, which I personally experienced, driving the Duku Highway in reverse, with no traffic jams at all (you don't have to visit all the grasslands; choose the ones you like). 1 Yining - Nalati Grassland - Xinyuan Town 2 Xinyuan Town - Kurdening - Qasi Grassland 3 Qasi Grassland - Kalajun Grassland 4 Kalajun - Kuokesu Grand Canyon - Joan Kushtai 5 Joan Kushtai - Tekes Bagua City 6 Tekes - Yining - Zhaosu Yuhu Lake - Zhaosu Wetland Park - Zhaosu Town 7 Zhaosu - Xiata - Huocheng County 8 Huocheng County - Jieyou Lavender Fields - Sayram Lake - Guozigou Bridge - Tangbula 9 Tangbula Grassland - Duku Highway - Anjihai - Urumqi 10 Urumqi - Return Trip - On March 9, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture in Xinjiang came to Shanghai for a tourism sharing event. I learned a lot about Xinjiang's culture and beautiful scenery at the promotion meeting. I was also fortunate to participate in the sharing session, and I sincerely want to say to everyone, "Setting off is always more meaningful than yearning." "If you don't go to Ili, how can you know such scenery?" In this season of blooming flowers, let's make a date to go to Ili together.

The lavender-covered hills during the peak bloom period are as beautiful as being in a fairy tale world, surrounded by a sea of purple. The language of lavender flowers includes waiting for love 💑 and mutual understanding. It symbolizes romance and a happy and beautiful marriage. The meanings of lavender flowers in different colors vary: purple represents hopeless love, blue represents mutual understanding, and pink represents first love. 💐 📍 Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Huocheng County, Lucao Town, Sigong Village Group 1 · Princess Jieyou Lavender Farm 🚗 Transportation: It is more convenient to drive or rent a car 🎫 Tickets: 35 yuan/person 🚘 Sightseeing car: 20 yuan/person (round trip) 🕰 Opening hours: 9:00~22:00 💐 Flowering period: First season: mid to late June, harvested at the end of June Second season: July to mid-August, harvested at the end of August 💐 The farm's lavender is planted along the hillside, creating a feeling of the rolling hills of Provence in photos. Ili is one of the world's three largest lavender planting bases, located at the same latitude of 43 degrees north as Provence. There is also a lavender-themed museum in the garden, which you can visit if you are interested 👀. Summer is a good time to come to Xinjiang to escape the heat and cool off. 💐 Remember❗️ Remember❗️ Remember❗️ There are two lavender gardens here, one called Princess Jieyou Lavender Manor and the other called Jieyou Lavender Farm. We went to the farm, not the manor. The manor covers about 500 acres, while the farm covers about 3,000 acres, which is about 6 times larger.

Come with me to Princess Jieyou Lavender Farm in Yili, Xinjiang for a purple romantic encounter~ Let's wait for the sunrise and sunset together in this purple romantic sea of ​​flowers in Yili, and watch the flowers bloom and fall together. Immersed in the romantic atmosphere, every frame is heart-pounding. 🌸 About lavender flowering period Season 1: mid to late June, harvest at the end of June Second season: July to mid-August, harvest at the end of August 🌸 About Play If you don't want to walk, you can take a shared bike at the entrance of the farm. A shared yellow car can seat up to four people. 88 yuan/hour, and a 200 yuan deposit is required. Looking at the endless lavender fields, which show different shades of purple as the sunlight changes, I am deeply fascinated by this ocean of purple. Seeing and smelling lavender along the way is very healing. There is also a lavender museum in the park that you can visit. 🌸 Travel tips 1⃣️There are few shaded areas in the lavender farm, so it is quite sunny. It is best to bring a sun hat, sunglasses 🕶️, and sun-protective clothing to protect yourself from the sun. 2⃣️When taking photos, be careful not to step on the flowers and don’t pick them at will. 3⃣️ Wearing white or light-colored skirts will make you look great in photos! 4⃣️Remember to go to Princess Jieyou’s Lavender Farm, not Princess Jieyou’s Lavender Manor. The two names are similar and it is easy to make the mistake. The manor is smaller and not that pretty. 🌸 About Lavender Farm 📍 Group 1, Sigong Village, Lucaogou Town, Huocheng County, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Transportation: You can drive or rent a car. Cost: Tickets 🎫35 yuan/person; sightseeing bus 🚗20/person (round trip) Opening hours: 9:00~22:00

I have lived in Xinjiang for four years, and I come here to take pictures of lavender every year at this time! Mid-June is the best time for lavender to bloom! ! So this month, I will come here to play with my tourist friends one after another! : : : : : : : : : : : : : : :

Xinjiang, this mysterious and rich land, has finally been stepped on by me. The ten-day journey in Xinjiang, from Kala Jun grassland to Chaxi Forest Park, and then to Huocheng Lavender Manor, every scenery makes me intoxicated. 😍 🌄【Kala Jun Grassland】: The endless grassland, the scenery of the snow-capped mountains, is really beautiful! Personally, I think the beauty here can be compared with the human grassland and the Kuer Grand Canyon! 🌳🍃 🌲【Chaxi Forest Park】: This is one of the most worthwhile places on the Yili Ring Line! The scenic area is large, the tickets are not expensive, and there are not many tourists. The scenery here is not lost to other attractions, and you can drive all the way, very comfortable! 👍 💜【Huocheng Lavender Manor】: There are many lavender manors in Huocheng, I went to the lavender farm of Princess Jieyou, the area is relatively large, and there is a small hillside for taking pictures. Don't miss the lavender lovers! 🏞️【Tekes River】: This is a beautiful scene on the road, on the way from Kala Jun to Chaxi, I was deeply attracted by the beautiful scenery of the Tekes River. The river is winding, like a landscape painting. 🌊【Sailimu Lake】: Known as the 'last tear of the Atlantic', the lake is blue on a sunny day, which makes people understand that 'there is a blue in the world, called Sailimu Lake Blue'. It's so beautiful! 🚶‍♂️【Shata Ancient Road】: This is an ancient road under the ancient glacier, with mountains, meadows, rapids and glaciers, all the way is beautiful scenery, it is simply a paradise for hikers! 🌸【Hundred Mile Picture Scroll】: On the way to Fairy Lake, there is a free open attraction called Hundred Mile Picture Scroll, here are snow-capped mountains, forests, grasslands and small houses, giving people a small Swiss feeling. 🏞️【Fairy Lake】: Tangbula Fairy Lake is a green lake, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, the most beautiful season is the super niche lake meadow landscape with flowers all over the hillside. Little friends can explore it by themselves! The scenery of Xinjiang is really indescribable, only those who have experienced it personally can understand its wonderfulness. This trip left me a deep impression and beautiful memories. ✨