Sayram Lake

The last drop of the Atlantic Ocean’s tears 💧 Sayram Lake’s stunning walking guide! 🚗 Transportation Tips: 📍 Address: Along National Highway 30, Bole City, Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Self-drive 🚙: About 5 hours from Urumqi, breathtaking snow mountains and grasslands along the way Car rental 🚐: Shared ride in Bole city about 150 RMB/person, remember to bargain! 🌊 Reasons to Visit: Xinjiang’s top beauty spot! The lake water is unbelievably blue ✨ A magical combination of snow mountains + grasslands + lake, every shot is wallpaper-worthy 📸 Best Photo Spots: 1️⃣ Songshutou Viewing Platform The perfect spot overlooking the entire Sayram Lake! Winding shoreline + snowy mountain backdrop, sunrise views will move you to tears 2️⃣ Kele Yongzhu Lakeside boardwalk is super photogenic! The water is so clear you can see the pebbles, reflections are amazing 🐎 Unique Experiences: • Horse riding around the lake (50 RMB/hour) • Feeding swans (bring your own Nang bread, they love it) • Starry camping (Milky Way visible to the naked eye in summer) ⚠️ Pitfall Prevention Guide: • Very few toilets in the scenic area, use the ones at the entrance first • UV rays are very strong! Sunscreen + sunglasses are a must • Wind is strong, be cautious flying drones 🍢 Food Recommendations: • High-grade white salmon food truck (inside the scenic area) • Bole city: grilled buns + yogurt shaved ice 📌 Practical Tips: • Big temperature difference between morning and night, bring a windbreaker • Lake shuttle bus 60 RMB/person, stops anywhere for photos • During peak season, it’s recommended to stay in the scenic area’s yurt, open the window to see the lake