Summer Self-Driving Tour in Xinjiang: Sayram Lake, Where Even Swans Show Affection

Traveling along the Duku Highway, one certainly should not miss Sayram Lake. Driving 335 kilometers along the Lianhuo Expressway from the Dushanzi Grand Canyon, you will arrive at the Sayram Lake Scenic Area on the outskirts of Bole City in Bortala. Sayram Lake is like a serene fairy, lying quietly in the embrace of the Tianshan Mountains. It is the highest and largest alpine lake in Xinjiang (the lake surface is at an altitude of 2073 meters, with a depth of about 90 meters). 🦢Refreshing Lake View and Swan Play: The waters of Sayram Lake are clear and turquoise, and one can see about 10 meters underwater with the naked eye, which also attracts swans to 'show affection' at Sayram Lake. Quietly observe and photograph by the lake, do not feed randomly, and protect the elegant creatures and the beautiful environment. 🚣Dianjiangtai Painted Boat Cruise: Taking a cruise on the painted boats of Sayram Lake, sailing through the clear and azure waters, and enjoying the surrounding environment that integrates mountains, lakes, forests, grasslands, wetlands, and glaciers into a pristine ecological landscape is a transcendent pleasure. Looking from the boat, the lake is like a huge blue mirror, reflecting the sky and surrounding scenery. A breeze passes by, and the lake surface ripples in layers, merging into a flowing painting. 🏕Swan Joy Water Camping Site: The Swan Joy Water Camping Site is a magical place at Sayram Lake. Staying at the Swan Joy Water campsite at night, one can feel the charm of nature up close, fall asleep to the song of swans, and see the elegant swans frolicking in the water as the first rays of morning sunlight sprinkle on the lake. A beautiful day and a pleasant mood start a new journey. ❤️Warm Tips: The 2024 Sayram Lake Music Festival will take place on July 26-27, and many stars are said to be present, according to the introduction at the scene. If you like, you can go to Sayram Lake for sightseeing and star-chasing!