A must-visit fairyland in this lifetime

💙 Reasons to go The Little Switzerland of Xinjiang! Snow-capped mountains and lakes all in one!🌄 📍 Address Beside National Highway 30, Bole City, Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang 🚗 Travel tips Recommended to drive or charter a car, the scenery along the way is stunning 🎫 Ticket information 110 RMB/person 🌊 Recommended route 1️⃣ South Gate Entrance ➡️ Moon Bay You’ll be moved to tears by the beauty of the lake as soon as you get off! The gradient blue looks like a spilled palette 📸 Tips: Morning light is best, stand on the boardwalk to capture starbursts on the lake surface 2️⃣ Pine Tree Head ➡️ S-bend Road Hike 20 minutes to the top for a panoramic view of Sayram Lake Take iconic S-bend road shots, watch out for passing vehicles 3️⃣ Kele Yongzhu ➡️ Swan’s Joyful Water If lucky, you’ll meet a group of swans! Bring some bread to interact The rock piles by the lake are perfect for shooting lonely-themed photos 🍢 Food recommendations - Highland white salmon: a must-order at lakeside restaurants! Fresh, tender, and boneless cold-water fish - Roasted buns: crispy skin and savory meat, perfect with salty milk tea ⚠️ Pitfall prevention guide - Big temperature difference between morning and night, bring a thick jacket - Sunscreen! UV rays are very strong - It’s windy by the lake, wear a hat and be careful not to let it blow away 💭 Real feelings Every second at Sayram Lake feels like a movie scene The courage to leave at a moment’s notice will eventually lead you to the romance of the wilderness