Driving through Xinjiang in summer and crossing the Taklamakan Desert, witness the miracle of the desert turning into an oasis

Crossing the Taklamakan Desert in Xinjiang, in addition to the four desert highways that people often mention, the G218 from Ruoqiang to Korla also passes through. During this journey, you only need to sit in the car to witness the miracle of the desert turning into an oasis. This journey will pass by Lake Taitima, which is a terminal lake of the Tarim River and the Cherchen River. 'Terminal' refers to the place where water flows converge and pour out. Due to the reduction and diversion of the Tarim River flow several times, Lake Taitima was once dried up in the last century. After more than twenty years and more than twenty water transfers by the state, the oasis has finally re-emerged. Driving on G218 in summer, when the vehicle passes through the boundless Lake Taitima; when we get out of the car after stopping and are greeted by the fragrant scent of water and reeds; when we walk to the lakeside, and all we see and hear is the joy of the birds, our emotions reach their peak: we are witnessing the miracle of the desert turning into an oasis. 🚙Practical tips for self-driving tours 📱Navigation: Set the destination to 'Lake Taitima'. 🛣️Road conditions: Asphalt road surface, no pressure for sedans. ⛽Fuel and electricity: It is recommended to refuel or recharge in Ruoqiang County or Korla City. 🅿️Parking: Do not park on the national highway. Look for open spaces around the lake for temporary stops. ☀️Climate: It is recommended to enjoy the scenery at Lake Taitima during summer. At this time, the water is abundant and the grass is green, truly an oasis paradise. 🏞️Surroundings: G218 from Ruoqiang to Korla, always following the Tarim River. After years of ecological construction and environmental restoration, the Tarim River is abundant with water in summer, and the desert guardians, the Populus euphratica forests, are tall and dense, and the red willow flowers are dreamily beautiful, also a scenic view. ▶️All photos are originally taken and produced by Mr. Dog and Cai Cai Juan Er. ▶️The above content is summarized based on personal travel experience, please forgive any omissions. ▶️Subject to timeliness, some scenes may have changed, current conditions prevail. ▶️All the scenic spots that Cai Cai Juan Er and Mr. Dog have traveled to are accessible by sedan. ▶️Address location information is provided by the website, please leave a message for more detailed information. 🔸🔹🔸 If you like self-driving tours and don't take the usual path, please listen to Cai Cai Juan Er's detailed account.