Clear water and blue sky, a paradise for migratory birds—Manas Wetland Park

📍 Location Located in Manas County, Changji Prefecture, Xinjiang, about a 3-hour drive from Urumqi, Manas National Wetland Park is an "oasis pearl" on the edge of the Gurbantunggut Desert. There are vast waters and endless mudflats here, with a total area of ​​82,900 acres. It is not only the third largest stopover for migratory birds in the world, but also an ecological secret realm nourished by the melting snow of Bogda Peak. 🌍 Ecological miracle: rebirth from desert to wetland Bird Paradise: Every spring and autumn, thousands of rare migratory birds such as grey cranes, swans, egrets and so on live here. The flocks of birds soaring in the sky are intertwined with the green waves and reeds, just like a dynamic ink painting. Thousands of white swans inhabit the area in winter, making it a "bird-chasing paradise" for photography enthusiasts. Ecological barrier: Wetlands protect the ecological balance of northern Xinjiang by conserving water resources and purifying water quality. There are bird science QR codes along the 3-kilometer wooden plank road. You can scan the code to listen to birds singing and learn about nature. 🌿 Four seasons gameplay, unlock the beauty of nature 1️⃣ Spring outing (March-May) As the ice and snow melt, the remaining snow and new reeds create a wetland landscape that looks like an oil painting. Cormorants and gulls forage in the shallows, and greylag geese fly in formations across the sky. This is the golden season for bird watching and photography. 2️⃣ Summer vacation (June-August) Take a stroll on the wooden plank road and feel the cool lake water formed by the melted snow of Tianshan Mountain; take a sightseeing boat into the wetland to see the swaying water plants and dotted wild flowers, and overlook the reflection of Bogda Snow Peak in the distance. 3️⃣ Autumn Poetry (September-November) The golden reeds and the blue lake complement each other. Take part in wetland hiking and capture the magnificent scenes of migratory birds flying south. 4️⃣ Winter tranquility (December-February) The wetlands are covered in snow, and you can observe the graceful figures of wintering migratory birds and experience the artistic conception of "no birds flying in the thousands of mountains, and no people walking on the thousands of paths." 📚 Symphony of humanity and nature Surrounding treasures: Shenyutai Scenic Area: Touch the thousand-year-old elm tree "Tingzhou's No. 1 Elm", tie a red ribbon to pray, and feel the vicissitudes of time. Manas Museum: Explore the 5,000-year history of civilization, from the camel bells of the Silk Road to the passion of military reclamation culture, unlocking the city's cultural genes. Xianghai Winery: Taste Xinjiang specialty wines and experience the romance of "fine wine in a luminous cup". 📌 Travel Tips Tickets: Some areas are open free of charge. Tickets for special scenic spots such as Swan Edge and Yanfei Terrace are about 10-20 yuan (subject to on-site announcement). Opening hours: 10:00-18:00 (extended to 20:00 in spring and summer). Transportation: It is recommended to drive yourself or charter a car. From Urumqi, you can take a long-distance bus to Manas County and then transfer to local transportation. Note: It is forbidden to bring fire sources and comply with environmental protection regulations; please keep a distance when bird watching and do not disturb the birds. Come to Manas Wetland Park, dance with migratory birds, and feel the vitality of life and the healing power of nature under the clear water and blue sky! 🦢 🌾 Come to Xinjiang for a trip and stay at GreenTree Eastern Hotel (Xintianrun Airport Branch). This is the guide provided by the hotel. It is super practical 🤩🤩🤩. You can save it if you need it.