Ili: Ride Free Where Mountains Meet the Grasslands

#discoverchina In Ili, you can experience horseback riding across the vast grasslands, savor traditional Kazakh cuisine, and get a taste of the nomadic lifestyle—feeling especially relaxed and carefree. The natural scenery here is picturesque and beautifully distinct in all four seasons. Located in the western part of Xinjiang, China, Ili lies on the expansive plains of the Ili River Basin, surrounded by the majestic Tianshan and Altai Mountains. It is an incredibly beautiful place.