China's Only River Flowing to the Arctic Ocean

The Irtysh River is Absolutely Amazing! A Must-Visit Fairyland in Northern Xinjiang✨ This unique river flowing to the Arctic Ocean offers breathtaking scenery along its course. Don't miss this ultimate travel guide!👇 ☀️【Best Time to Visit】 Summer (June-August): Pleasant 20-25℃🌤 Perfect summer escape! Crystal-clear waters ideal for water activities🏊‍♂️ Autumn (September-October): Golden autumn scenery is simply stunning!🍂 Colorful trees like a spilled palette, plus fresh seasonal fruits🍎 🚗【Transportation Guide】 ✈️ By Air: Ürümqi International Airport → Tacheng Airport (1.5h) 🚘 Self-Drive: From Ürümqi via G30 Highway to Tacheng (600km/8-10h), every turn offers wallpaper-worthy views! 📸【Top 3 Must-Visit Attractions】 1⃣️ Irtysh Grand Canyon (within Koktokay Scenic Area) 👉 Jaw-dropping granite formations! Take an electric cart deep into the canyon - the 5000m wooden walkway is a photographer's dream📸 Must-shoot spots: Bell Mountain & Camel Peak 📍 Location: Koktokay Town, Fuyun County, Altay Prefecture 2⃣️ Colorful Beach Sunset (Provincial Highway 227, Burqin County) 🌅 Visit at dusk! Sunset paints the riverbank into a colorful oil painting - the combo of yardang landforms and river is breathtaking 📍 Location: Burqin Town, Burqin County, Altay Prefecture 3⃣️ Secret Birch Forest (Kulebai Town, Habahe County) 👒 China's largest natural birch forest! 138km golden corridor - every shot looks artistic✨ 📍 Location: Kulebai Town, Habahe County, Altay Prefecture 🗺️【Recommended Itineraries】 🏕️ 3-Day Trip: D1 Riverside sunset in Fuyun County D2 Koktokay + Irtysh Grand Canyon D3 Colorful Beach + Birch Forest 🎒 5-Day In-Depth Tour: First 3 days same → D4 Hemu Fairy Tale Village → D5 Kanas Hiking 🍴【Food Recommendations】 🐟 Cold Water Fish Feast: Must-try steamed pike & five-striped perch! 🥛 Horse Sausage + Salty Milk Tea: Traditional nomadic cuisine with unique flavors! 🏨【Accommodation Picks】 1. Burqin Kanas Birch Forest Glamping (right beside G217 Highway) 2. Trip.com Resort Farm (Hemu Xirong Branch) - family-friendly with amazing views! ⚠️【Tips】 ☀️ Summer: Sun protection essentials! Sunglasses + sunscreen + hat 🍁 Autumn: Large day-night temperature difference - bring down jacket 🦟 Mosquito repellent is a must! River areas have many insects