[2025 Baicheng Attraction] Travel Guide for Wusun Ancient Road (Updated Mar)

Xinjiang's Wusun Ancient Road, a hiking route spanning the Tianshan Mountains, is a dream destination for outdoor adventurers, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich history. I. Hiking Preparation 1. Best Hiking Time: Early June to early October, especially August and September, offer the most stable weather and captivating scenery. 2. Hiking Level and Difficulty: The Wusun Ancient Road is a restricted activity, classified as level 8.5, demanding high levels of strength, risk tolerance, and skill. Experienced hikers are recommended to participate with a qualified guide. 3. Essential Equipment: GPS, map, compass, rain gear, warm clothing, wading shoes, gaiters, zipline equipment, first-aid kit, etc. II. Itinerary 1. Hiking Duration: Approximately 6–7 days. 2. Starting Point: Qiongkushtai Village, Tekes County, Xinjiang. 3. End Point: Heiying Mountain Pass, Baicheng County, Xinjiang. 4. Recommended Route: Heiying Mountain Pass—Akebulake Daban—Tianchi Lake—Koksu River—Baozadun Daban—Qiongkushtai Village. III. Hiking Activities 1. Canyon Trekking: Trek through winding canyons and marvel at the wonders of nature. 2. Crossing the Tianshan Mountains: Challenge yourself with high-altitude hiking and experience the magnificent scenery of the Tianshan Mountains. 3. Ziplining Across the River: With professional equipment and guidance, experience the thrill of ziplining across the Koksu River. IV. Main Attractions 1. Tianchi Lake (Akule Lake): Known as the "First Wonder of Wusun," this lake boasts deep, clear waters surrounded by snow-capped mountains, creating a picturesque landscape. 2. Qiongkushtai Village: A historical and cultural village in the Ili River Valley, Qiongkushtai offers a rich Kazakh cultural experience in a tranquil setting and serves as the starting point for the hike. V. Important Notes 1. Safety First: Follow hiking rules, stay with the group, watch out for slippery surfaces and potential falls, and yield to horse teams. 2. Food and Hydration: Bring sufficient food and water, and replenish energy and fluids regularly. 3. Environmental Awareness: Do not litter and protect the natural environment. Hiking the Wusun Ancient Road is an adventurous journey filled with challenges and rewards. Thorough preparation is key to fully enjoying the beauty of nature.

Paradise Lake on the Wusun Ancient Road is like a dazzling pearl nestled among the mountains. Its azure waters are like a mirror of the sky, reflecting the surrounding magnificent peaks and vast grasslands. The water of Paradise Lake is crystal clear, shimmering when the breeze blows. The lakeside is covered with lush grass and blooming wildflowers, complementing the lake and creating a stunning natural picture. The tranquility and magnificence of this place are captivating, attracting many hikers to experience the charm and gifts of nature.

“Nothing can stop you from yearning for freedom.” Every time I hear this song, I think of the wonderful moments of my self-drive tour in Yili. 🕐️DAY 1: Urumqi—Anjihai Grand Canyon—Jinghe 13:00 Arrive in Urumqi, Xinjiang. Pick up the car at the airport, an orange Tank 300. Have a meal at Loulan BBQ (Yingbin Road Branch), then head to Anjihai Grand Canyon. This is a great first stop for a self-drive tour. The scenery on the way to Anjihai is already stunning. The sky is high and the clouds are light, the view is vast and desolate, and there are snow-capped mountains in the distance. In the evening, arrive in Jinghe County and check in to the hotel to prepare for tomorrow's trip to Sayram Lake, Bole. 🕐️DAY 2: Sayram Lake—Guozigou Bridge—Yining City Morning: Head to Sayram Lake, Bole. When we first arrived, the weather was not good, it was overcast and gloomy. Keep going, and after passing the south gate, the weather cleared up. The sun shone down, and the color of the lake and the surrounding grassland scenery became as beautiful and stunning as the legends say. As we drove forward, the scenery was overwhelming. On the left, there was a multi-layered green grassland and cedar forest, and on the right, the blue of Sayram Lake was clearly visible in the sunlight. The road ahead stretched straight to the snow-capped mountains in the distance. The vast, magnificent, and multi-layered scenery made us excited and thrilled. Evening: Leave Sayram Lake Scenic Area at 7:30 pm and head to Guozigou Bridge. The stunning scenery began after driving down from the Guozigou Bridge viewing platform. After descending to the bottom of the valley and moving forward, we experienced the first shock and excitement of this trip. We drove through the mountains, with towering and steep mountains on both sides, changing vegetation, and occasional white yurts and cattle and sheep. It felt unreal, as if we were driving through a painting. Arrive at the hotel at 11 pm and have a big plate of chicken. 🕐️DAY 3: Yining—Yizhao Highway—Xiata Morning: First, we went to Liuxing Street in Yining City for breakfast. Then, the highlight of the day was the Yizhao Highway, known as the "Little Duku Highway." We drove for 8.5 hours, stopping and going, and arrived at the homestay near Xiata Ancient Road National Forest Park at around 8 or 9 pm. Today's trip on the Yizhao Highway left a deep impression on us. We started driving along the mountain, and every turn revealed different scenery, both dangerous and vast. There were winding roads, cliffs, and towering mountains in front of us, as well as deep mountains and vast skies, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains in the distance. The near, middle, and distant views were all natural. Every time we stopped, we stood by the cliff and seemed to automatically ignore the sound of passing cars. As we slowly looked into the distance, a feeling of emptiness, grandeur, insignificance, and silence naturally emerged, and we enjoyed it. In addition, there were changes. The magical thing was that after a turn, the deep brown three-dimensional mountain scenery suddenly turned into a vast grassland like a green carpet. Looking up, the sky was high and the clouds were light, and eagles were soaring. Looking down, a horse stood alone on a distant mountain, eating grass like a still life painting. Looking down again, the grassland canyon had undulating terrain, stretching to the depths of the distant mountains, with flocks of white sheep and dark cattle and horses in the mountain valleys. We continued forward, left the Yizhao Highway, turned onto County Road 758, passed several small towns, and approached Xiata. As we drove forward, there was a fairy-tale-like tranquility on the right, with a vast grassland, and on the left, a vast grassland in the foreground and silent mountains in the distance. The sky was extremely blue, the clouds were extremely white, and they were low. In the evening, we checked in to a homestay near Xiata. DAY 4: Xiata—Qiongkushitai Morning: Go to Xiata, where people wear all kinds of clothes, from short sleeves to jackets and down jackets. First, take a bus for 40 minutes, then take a sightseeing bus to the transfer bridge. Transfer Bridge—General Bridge—Kara House No. 1—Kara House No. 2. We should have reached between No. 2 and No. 3. The highlight of Xiata's scenery is the view of Muzart Glacier from the corridor-like canyon. Along the way, the mountains surround us, the grassland extends from the foot of the mountain through the tall cedar forest, and the river formed by glacial meltwater accompanies us. We rested in a shady mountain forest and saw the first squirrel. Later, we saw several more squirrels and a marmot, eating naan and looking cute. We calculated the time to Qiongkushitai and started to return. At around 6 pm, we left the scenic area and headed to Qiongkushitai. The road to Qiongkushitai was particularly challenging, with three mountains and two valleys, various hairpin turns, folding turns, and continuous 360-degree turns. It felt like we made 1,800 turns along the way... It was an unprecedented driving experience, with adrenaline pumping, excitement, and thrill. We continued forward, entered the dense forest in the mountains, and finally reached Qiongkushitai Village. DAY 5: Qiongkushitai—Wusun Ancient Road—Back Mountain—Xinyuan, Yili After breakfast at the homestay, we went to Wusun Ancient Road in the morning. We walked along a rushing river into the dense forest. We were on the left bank of the river, walking through the mountains and forests, occasionally encountering a few wooden house homestays and many silent horses grazing and resting. On the right bank of the river, there were grasslands, forests, and homestays nearby, and mountains in the distance. The mountain road was difficult to walk, with tree roots, strange rocks, and muddy horse trails. More people chose to ride horses back and forth. We went back to pack our luggage, left the homestay, and went to the back mountain. We didn't spend much time in the back mountain. If we have the chance to come again, I even feel like we should spend more time there than on Wusun Ancient Road. Then we went down the mountain and planned to reach Nalati Tourist Scenic Area, Xinyuan, from Qiongkushitai, to prepare for tomorrow's trip on the Duku Highway. We left a bit late, and calculated that it would take until 11 or 12 pm to reach Nalati, which would affect our meals and rest. So we got off the highway in Xinyuan, Yili, and stayed overnight. We arrived at the hotel in Xinyuan at around 11 pm. DAY 6: Duku Highway—Dushanzi District, Karamay, Dushanzi City Today's plan was to drive on the Duku Highway, from Xinyuan to Nalati, and then from Nalati to Dushanzi, which is equivalent to half of the Duku Highway. After getting on the Duku Highway from Nalati, the first half was relatively flat. We turned at Qiaerma and went to Tangbula Hundred Mile Gallery for a look. After passing Qiaerma, the scenery began to change. When we set off from Nalati in the morning, there was vegetation on both sides of the mountains, and everything was green. But here, the mountains began to turn gray-brown or even gray-black, and they became steeper and more dangerous. The change started at Hashilegen, at an altitude of 3,400 meters. In one photo, the sky was clear and the scenery was clear. In the next photo, the gray-white fog had already enveloped the background. The weather on the mountain changed suddenly, with fog and sporadic rain. We continued forward and reached a parking lot, where it had already turned into thick fog. We played in the snow for a while. When we set off again, the visibility was very low, and we drove slowly along the winding mountain road with the hazard lights on. After descending to a lower altitude, the fog began to dissipate, and the air was clear as if it had been washed, but it started to rain. At 10:30, we arrived in Dushanzi and left the Duku Highway. On the way into Dushanzi City, we suddenly saw the distant city lights in the darkness, and we felt a slight sense of returning to the world. DAY 7: Return trip, Urumqi—Xinzheng Airport.

Here is a detailed guide to the Wusun Ancient Road: 1. Itinerary Planning Hiking Time: Approximately 6 days, suitable for experienced hikers. Best Season: Early June to early October, with August and September being the best months. Recommended Group Size: 3-15 people. It's safer to travel in groups. 2. Hiking Route Starting Point: Qiongkushitai Pasture Village, Tekes County, Xinjiang. Main Attractions: Baozadun Daban: Cross this pass and experience the hardships and beautiful scenery of high-altitude hiking. Heaven Lake: The pearl of the Wusun Ancient Road. The lake is shaped like a boot and is located at an altitude of 3,100 meters. The lake and mountain scenery is intoxicating. Akebulake Daban: At an altitude of 3,900 meters, this is a major challenge during the hike. End Point: Heiying Mountain Pass, Baicheng County, Xinjiang. 3. Equipment Recommendations Essential Equipment: GPS, map, compass, hiking shoes, water shoes, gaiters, warm clothing, sunscreen, first aid supplies, etc. Food and Water: Bring enough food and water to ensure you have enough energy during the hike. 4. Precautions Safety First: The Wusun Ancient Road has complex terrain and changeable weather. Be sure to hike under the guidance of an experienced guide. Protect the Environment: Do not litter, do not damage the natural environment, and respect local customs. Stay Positive: Enjoy the joy of hiking, look out for each other, and increase the safety of the trip.

🌈Only by personally arriving and experiencing it can you believe that the scenery here truly exists. Along the way, snow-capped mountains and forests🏔️, lakes and waterfalls💧, grasslands and canyons... the scenery keeps changing, as if you have entered paradise, and it feels like being in the real world of Zelda🎮. Perhaps, our lives should be spent in such beautiful places💕. 💪6 days of trekking, covering a total distance of about 120km. In these 6 days of disconnection from the world, you can truly connect with nature and have a dialogue with yourself, and that feeling is really unparalleled. Later, I told everyone I met that those 6 days were the most unforgettable memories of my life🥰. 🕰️The expected opening time this year is: 6.12—early October. 👉Itinerary reference: 🌞D1: Qiongkushitai Village→Valley Camp, trekking about 10km. Along the way, you can enjoy the beautiful grassland scenery, as if you have walked into a painting🖼️. 🌞D2: Valley Camp→Qiong Daban→Snow Mountain Viewing Camp, trekking about 20km. On this day, you can admire the spectacular snow-capped mountains up close, with the white snow peaks sparkling in the sunlight✨, making you marvel at the wonders of nature. 🌞D3: Viewing Camp→Zipline across the river→Koksu River Camp, trekking about 20km. The zipline across the river is super exciting, be sure to pay attention to safety😉. 🌞D4: Koksu River Camp→Paradise Lake (Ak-Kul Alpine Lake), trekking about 20km. Paradise Lake is so beautiful that it takes your breath away😍, with blue water surrounded by snow-capped mountains, like a dazzling pearl embedded in the earth. 🌞D5: Paradise Lake→Akbulak Daban→Bozikrig Valley, trekking about 20km. Continue to challenge yourself and enjoy different beautiful scenery. 🌞D6: Bozikrig Valley→Heiying Mountain Township→Kuqa, trekking about 30km. Finally completed this difficult yet wonderful trekking journey🎉. 📍Newly recommended attractions: 🍃Kalajun Grassland: Vast grasslands with colorful flowers blooming, like a huge palette🎨. 🍃Nalati Grassland: The beautiful scenery of cattle and sheep appearing when the grass is blown low is fully displayed here, super healing.🐑 😋Food recommendations: 🥘Hand-pulled rice: Each grain of rice is distinct, the lamb is tender and juicy, and the aroma is overflowing.😋 🍜Xinjiang mixed noodles: Chewy noodles with delicious side dishes, super satisfying with one bite.😜 🫓Baked buns: Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, absolutely delicious.👍 🥧Naan: Can be used as dry food during trekking, the more you chew, the more fragrant it is.😉 ⚠️Tips: 1⃣️The entire route takes a long time and covers a long distance, requiring high physical fitness💪, beginners should be cautious.😉 2⃣️The 6-day itinerary basically does not allow for bathing, and there is no signal📶 throughout the journey, so be mentally prepared.😃 3⃣️Equipment suggestions: hard shell & soft shell jackets🧥, thin down/fleece, quick-drying clothes, hat🧢, raincoat, gloves🧤, trekking shoes👟, water shoes, trail food🍞, sunscreen and moisturizing products💄, magic headscarf, sunglasses🕶️, trekking poles, a small amount of cash, etc.💳 4⃣️You can choose commercial or local groups according to your situation, and be sure to confirm the relevant equipment services and quotations.💰 5⃣️Be sure to take your garbage away and protect this beautiful natural environment.💖 🌟Finally, I still want to say that the Wusun Ancient Trail is really one of the most beautiful trekking destinations in China👏. But only those who have walked it will understand the bittersweet experience😃. The rushing and icy river, the changing weather, the harsh environment, the physical challenges... If you are not fully prepared, I do not recommend you take this journey. On the Wusun Ancient Trail, do not treat trekking as a pleasure trip, but as a self-challenge, so that the scenery in front of you will be more meaningful💗.

Hiking the Ancient Wusun Trail in Xinjiang is highly recommended. The scenery is absolutely stunning, starting from Qiongkushitai and ending at Heiying Mountain. If you're planning to go, do it soon because the later sections are starting to be developed for commercial purposes. The most beautiful scenery in Xinjiang can only be seen by hiking in. Be cautious when joining a hiking group (choose a licensed company). Local herders may have their own tricks, so do your homework🤣

I have been to many places in China, but this one has left the deepest impression on me. From North Xinjiang to South Xinjiang, it takes a week of trekking. These days have truly shown me the vastness of Xinjiang's territory. Every step reveals a scene that is incomparable to any other man-made sight. If you have the chance to come to Xinjiang, you must take a walk on the ancient Wusun trail. If you cannot trek, I also recommend you visit the starting point of the Wusun trail, the Qiongkushitai to see for yourself.

I rarely use the word 'stunning' to describe a place. I have been to many places in China, but this is the most impressive one I've ever encountered. From Northern Xinjiang to Southern Xinjiang, it requires a week of trekking. These days have truly shown me the vastness of Xinjiang's territory. Every step reveals a different scene, truly incomparable to any other man-made tourist attraction. If you have the chance to visit Xinjiang, you must take a walk on the ancient Wusun trail. If you cannot trek, I also highly recommend visiting the starting point of the Wusun trail, Qiongkushitai. Address: Wusun Ancient Trail, Xinjiang

Life is meant to be wasted in such magnificent places!! 😭 Who could imagine, traversing more than 4000 kilometers, spending a week on a trekking trip, leaving the years of youth at the age of 26 behind in this place? That person is me. 😎 Because of a friend's invitation: "Are you up for the Wusun Ancient Trail?", we immediately decided to go together, and with just half a month's preparation, we embarked on the journey. From southern Xinjiang to northern Xinjiang, the entire trekking journey is about 120 kilometers, which made me lose touch with the world for a whole week, rediscovering Xinjiang every day. Snow-capped mountains, streams, grasslands, Gobi... Different landscapes greeted us each day, clear skies after rain, sudden hailstorms... Experiencing the change of four seasons in a single day also became the norm. After that, although I have appreciated many beautiful sceneries, it seems that none of them can compare to one ten-thousandth of this place😭 📍Location: Xinjiang Wusun Ancient Trail, no entrance fee. The entire trekking journey is about 120 kilometers, starting from southern Xinjiang to northern Xinjiang, and it takes about a week. You can choose to trek with heavy gear or hire a guide with camels to carry your equipment based on your own situation. 【Travel Guide】 ◼ Fly directly to "Yining Airport", take a taxi to "Yining Bus Station" after leaving the airport, and take a bus to "Tekes". ◼ We stayed at an inn in Tekes for one night, and the next morning we took a chartered car to the starting point of the trek, "Qiongkushitai Village". We started trekking at noon, or you can choose to stay in the village on the same day. 【Preparation Suggestions】 It is not recommended to join commercial groups. You can contact the hostel owners in "Qiongkushitai Village" in advance to recommend local Kazakh villagers for you, to understand the itinerary and pricing. ◼ Trekking Tips ❶ You can start exercising and preparing equipment now, and set off once the snow melts in June. ❷ The river-crossing cableway on the Wusun Ancient Trail has been dismantled, and the bridges have been repaired, saving you 200 yuan directly. ❸ There is no signal throughout the journey, be prepared to lose touch with the world. ❹ If you don't trek and only sightsee, you can directly ride a horse into "Qiongkushitai Village", but the tourist route will not go too deep, and you won't see the most beautiful scenery without walking for a few days. ❺ The Wusun Ancient Trail is now very commercialized. If you have money but can't walk, you can choose to complete the journey on horseback, but I don't recommend doing this, chartering a flight directly to Heaven Lake is more cost-effective.

Dear travelers, today I am going to take you into a dusty river of history to explore the mysterious and enchanting Wusun Ancient Trail. This is a millennium-old path that connects the Chinese civilization with the culture of the Western Regions, bearing the traces of vicissitudes of time, hiding countless legendary stories, waiting for us to unveil its veil. Attraction Introduction: The Wusun Ancient Trail, located within the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, is one of the important passages of the ancient Silk Road. Along the way, there are both majestic Tianshan snow peaks and rippling alpine lakes, as well as rolling grasslands and vast Gobi deserts. Among them, the boundless expanse of the Kalajun Grassland, the rugged beauty of the Shat Ancient Trail, and the primeval forests of Qiongkushitai are all masterpieces of nature's craftsmanship, each radiating a strong historical charm and natural allure. Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi, rest and adapt, prepare supplies. Day 2-3: Head to Zhaosu County, visit the Heavenly Horse Culture Park, then drive to the Kalajun Grassland, experience the joy of horse riding on the grassland, stay overnight in a herdsman's home, and experience nomadic life. Day 4-5: Enter the Wusun Ancient Trail hiking area, cross the Bingdaban along the ancient trail, admire the snow-capped mountains and lakes, visit historical sites along the way, camp at night, gaze at the starry sky, and enjoy the beauty of silence. Day 6-7: Continue hiking to the Shat Ancient Trail, appreciate the canyon scenery, feel the hardships and glory of the ancient Silk Road, and finally return to Urumqi. Transportation Tips: After flying to Urumqi from all over the country, you can choose to rent a car for a self-driving tour or take a long-distance bus to Zhaosu County. After entering the Wusun Ancient Trail, some sections require hiking. It is recommended to contact local travel agencies in advance and be led by professional guides to ensure safety. Also, due to the special environment of the ancient trail, be sure to prepare adequate outdoor equipment and emergency supplies. Tips: 1. The Wusun Ancient Trail is situated at high altitudes with variable weather. Please check the weather forecast before departure and carry warm clothing. 2. Protect the environment, do not litter, and respect local culture and customs. 3. To ensure a smooth journey, it is recommended to purchase travel insurance that covers high-risk sports activities. Stepping onto the Wusun Ancient Trail is like entering a living historical scroll, where every step is taken on the accumulation of a thousand years, and every glance back captures the light and shadow of history. This is not only a purification of the body and mind but also a deep dialogue with life and history. May every friend who loves exploration and pursuit of history find their unique experience and insights on this journey.

✨The coolest hiking route in Xinjiang🎈 (Wusun Ancient Trail) || Route Classification 🚶Hiking Level: Heavy gear 8.5 level🎒, light gear 5 level, highest altitude 3900👀, maximum altitude difference: 1900 📅Hiking Days: 6 days 😎Wusun Ancient Trail itinerary as follows: D1💗Urumqi - Yining City (It is recommended to take the night train🚂) 🛏Accommodation: Train D2🥪Yining City - Tekes - Qiongkushitai 🌮Gather in Yining, after breakfast take a chartered car to Tekes County, drive: 2.5 hours. Have lunch🥘 in the Bagua City, continue to Qiongkushitai Village【Starting point of the hike】, drive: 3 hours. 👉Breakfast: Yining City/Lunch: Bagua City/Dinner: Qiongkushitai 🛌Overnight: Qiongkushitai log cabin D3🚶Qiongkushitai - Log Cabin Campsite (Hike 15 kilometers) 😜After breakfast, follow the Qiongkushitai River upstream, there is a clear horse trail👣, the slope is gentle, herds of cattle and sheep along the way, log cabins scattered. Arrive at the log cabin campsite at an altitude of 2550 meters, with a water source. 🤔Today's difficulty: Level 3 Elevation gain: 850 🛌Overnight: Log Cabin Campsite D4🧗‍♀️Log Cabin Campsite-Baozadun Pass- Kuokesu River Campsite (Hike 20 kilometers) 👣Depart from the log cabin, continue upstream along the Qiongkushitai River valley, will cross several scree slopes😎, in the afternoon you can see the azure sky above the snow line. Cross the Baozadun Pass, stand on top of the pass to feel the grandeur of nature😍, then follow a small path down Qiongdaban. A few hours later, arrive at the Kuokesu River valley to camp, with a water source. 😤Today's difficulty: Level 7 Elevation gain: 800 Descent: 1600 🛌Overnight: Kuokesu Campsite D5😜Kuokesu River Valley - Zip line across the river - Akebulake Forest Management Station (Hike 20 kilometers) 🎉The biggest task today is to zip line across the Kuokesu River, super thrilling🎊 (There is a simple store at the zip line~ for resupply) After crossing the new bridge, start crossing the river 7 times (you can ride a horse across the river) Difficulty level 7, Elevation gain 700 🛌Overnight: Akebulake Forest Management Station Campsite D6🤩Akebulake Forest Management Station - Paradise Lake (Hike 13 kilometers) 😎Today's journey is the most relaxed, follow the Akebulake River valley upstream, pass through high mountain pastures🐄, then gradually climb in altitude, follow the horse trail uphill, the scenery is desolate. Surrounded by mountains, a turn, and Paradise Lake suddenly appears in front of you, like a sapphire nestled among the mountains. Paradise Lake, also known as Akekule Lake, has a surface altitude of 3100 meters, a length of 6600 meters, and the widest point is 1900 meters, tonight camp by the lake. Difficulty: Level 5 Elevation gain: 500 🛌Overnight: Paradise Lake Campsite D7🤨Paradise Lake - Akebulake Pass【Altitude 3900】- Bozkek Jirge Valley (Hike 25 kilometers) 🎈Bypass the lake, cross the steep Akebulake Pass from the south shore of Paradise Lake, you can look back at Paradise Lake, bid farewell to it. After descending the pass, through many loose stones, enter the Boaozkeklik River valley to camp. 🛌Overnight: Bozkeklik River Valley Campsite D8🚶Bozkek Jirge Valley - Heiying Mountain Township (End of the 27-kilometer hike) -- Kuche (You can take the train back to Urumqi the same night) 🎈Break camp from Bozkekerg Valley, continue to descend along the valley, the route is mainly gentle slopes and downhill. Along the way, you have to wade through the river nearly thirty times, the river is deep, and the current is rapid, some water levels reach the waist. Continue forward, exit the trumpet-shaped Heiying Mountain pass, end the hike, and take the shuttle vehicle to Kuche County. D9🚂Kuche--Urumqi【Train or Airplane】~Various places

The core attraction of the Ancient Ussun Trail is Heaven Lake, which possesses a breathtaking and astonishing beauty. With the sky so high and clouds so light, the lake's water is clear and blue, resembling an emerald set upon the plateau, hence its name. Heaven Lake is located at an altitude of 3100 meters, covering a total area of 2.81 square kilometers, shaped like a crescent moon. Under the blue sky and white clouds, the sunlight reflects off the profound lake surface, creating sparkling ripples that are bright, charming, and lively. The tranquil and clear waters of the lake, together with the high mountain meadows, form a beautiful landscape painting. Heaven Lake is nestled deep within the mountains, with waters so clear they resemble emerald blue. Under the blue sky and white clouds, the sunlight shines from behind the mountains, instantly warming one's heart, while the reflection of the snowy mountains quietly spreads across the beautiful lake surface. The integration of mountains and water is poetic and picturesque, offering an incomparably beautiful sight. Heaven Lake has a surface altitude of 3100 meters and covers a total area of 2.81 square kilometers. It is the most famous and core attraction within the Ancient Ussun Trail.

🚧Next year the Wusun Ancient Trail will be open to traffic! The Wusun Ancient Trail, as challenging as the Wolf Tower and Shatuo, will become history! 😱 🤯The mysterious veil of the Wusun Ancient Trail will be completely lifted, revealing itself to everyone. What it will become, once a sparsely populated area with well-preserved natural ecology, is unknown to us. 🤐But one thing is for sure, it will definitely be very different from now! So, if you don't go to the Wusun Ancient Trail now, you really won't have the chance anymore! 👈👈👈 ✨There is less than a month left for the best hiking time on the Wusun Ancient Trail this year! 🎈 📢Best hiking season: Early September (National Day is the last session) 📣Precipitation increases in September, and flowers bloom more luxuriantly. In the past, the temperature started to drop in late September, but this year it has already snowed in early September, so be sure to bring warm clothing such as down jackets, fleece clothes, and stormwear. 🧥 🚶Recommended route: D1: Gather in Yining from all over the country D2: Yining - Qiongkushitai Pastoral Village - Qiongkushitai Valley Campsite (10km) D3: Qiongkushitai Valley Campsite - Qiongdaban - Kunuosayi Campsite (20km) D4: Kunuosayi Campsite - Liusu - Koksu River Campsite (19km) D5: Koksu River Campsite - Kokalarpiye Valley Entrance - Heaven Lake (Akkukule Alpine Lake) (20km) D6: Heaven Lake (Akkukule Alpine Lake) - Erhu - Akbulakdaban - Bozkekrijige Valley (20km) D7: Bozkekrijige Valley - Heiying Mountain Township - Kuqa (32km) D8: Kuqa - Free return trip 📌Tip: After the road opens next year, it will lead directly to Heaven Lake. The current Heaven Lake is rarely visited, with blue waters shining like gems, and the natural environment is well preserved. But what it will become after the road opens is unknown, so hurry up and take the time to see it! 🙏 ⚠Precautions: 📱On the first day of hiking the Wusun Ancient Trail, about 1 hour after leaving the village, there will be no network, and there will be no signal throughout the journey until the last day when you come out of the mountains. However, the leader will be equipped with a satellite phone. 🦁The Wusun Ancient Trail is currently quite primitive, with many rugged and perilous paths along the way. It is best to follow a professional leader and not to act alone. 🥯The whole journey is a light trek, totaling 121km, with great physical exertion. It is recommended to carry high-calorie foods such as beef jerky and chocolate. 🗻The average altitude of the Wusun Ancient Trail is 2500 meters, with almost no altitude sickness. However, the altitude of the campsites on D5 and D6 is above 3000 meters, where you may experience mild altitude sickness, but it's not a big problem, just relax. The time left to hike the Wusun Ancient Trail this year is running out! The next time you come, it might be when the Wusun Ancient Trail is open to traffic! 🚌A rare opportunity, not to be missed! Now recruiting teammates, let's go! 🎉

When I first came to Xinjiang for a long-distance hike I was amazed by the scenery of Xinjiang time and time again I would exclaim from the bottom of my heart: If Zuo Zongtang had not recovered Xinjiang in those years I wouldn't have the chance to see such beautiful scenery today😭 - The aftertaste is so strong that five months after leaving the ancient road of Wusun Looking at the life photos taken at that time I still feel that it was worth the trip, Xinjiang is really too beautiful... - 📍Address: Ancient Road of Wusun, Xinjiang, no admission fee The whole journey is about 120 kilometers on foot, starting from the south of Xinjiang and ending in the north, taking about a week, you can choose to carry heavy equipment according to your own situation, or find a guide to carry light equipment - 【About Transportation】 ◼️Direct flight to 'Yining Airport', take a taxi from the airport to 'Yining Bus Station' and take a bus to 'Tekes' ◼️We stayed at the Anchorage Inn in Tekes for one night, and chartered a car to the starting point of the hike, 'Qiongkushitai Village', the next morning We started hiking at noon that day, but you can also go to live in the village that day - 【About Preparations】 It is not recommended to follow a commercial group, you can contact the owner of the 'Qiongkushitai Village' homestay in advance, and ask them to recommend local Kazakh villagers to you, to understand the itinerary and quotation - 📷【Professional Hiking Route】 1️⃣Wusun Ancient Road Straight Through The starting point of the straight-through route is in 'Qiongkushitai Village', and you need to be led by local villagers and sign before you can enter - 2️⃣Wusun Ancient Road Reverse The starting point is Kuche Heiying Mountain, there is no one in charge at the entrance here, the difficulty will be greater than the straight-through (I heard that I don't know) - ◼️Hiking tips ❶You can start exercising and preparing equipment now, and you can set off when the snow melts in June ❷The cable car for crossing the river on the Wusun Ancient Road has been dismantled, and the bridge has been built, saving 200 directly ❸There is no signal for the whole journey, be prepared to lose contact with the world ❹Non-hiking tourists can directly ride horses in 'Qiongkushitai Village', but the tourist route will not let you go too far, you definitely can't see the most beautiful scenery if you don't go inside for a few days ❺The Wusun Ancient Road is now very commercialized, if you can't walk with money, you can ride a horse for the whole journey, but I don't recommend it, chartering a plane directly to Paradise Lake is more cost-effective -

Heaven Lake🌊, also known as Akkul High Mountain Lake, is located in the Tianshan Mountains⛰ in Xinjiang, a snow mountain glacier lake on the famous Wusun Ancient Road. It is also a landmark of the Wusun Ancient Road, shining like a pearl! 🚦Ways to reach Heaven Lake 1️⃣Helicopter round trip 2️⃣Hiking from Qiongkushitai Pastoral Village 3️⃣Hiking from Kuche 🚶‍♀️Recommended route 👉Qiongkushitai Pastoral Village-Qiongkushitai Kuye Village Camp-Qiongdaban-Kunosa Camp-Liusuo-Kekesu River Camp-Kekarapi Gorge-Heaven Lake-Erhuhu-Akebulakdaban-Bozikrigu River Ancient-Heiying Village-Kuche👈 ⏰Time required: 6-7 days 👀Kilometers: About 120KM, an average of about 20km per day, hiking for 7-8 hours ⚠️Tips ‼️All equipment should be prepared accurately to the gram, especially equipment and food ‼️Clothing: The inner clothing should be quick-drying and sweat-absorbing, and the jacket should be windproof, rainproof, and sunproof, etc. ‼️Hiking shoes: Very, very, very important, wear them for more than a week before departure, do not buy new shoes and walk directly ‼️Take away your own garbage, do not damage the environment along the way, disturb the habitat of wild animals ‼️From November to May, there is a lot of snow on the two Dabans, and the shoes need to be non-slip You will wade through the ice river dozens of times during the hike, and the water in the river is Tianshan snow water, which is very cold and bone-chilling, so you must have enough hiking experience and a strong body, otherwise it is not ❌ highly recommended to go

Join us on a unique winter hiking trip on the ancient Wusun Road in Xinjiang! Here, you will appreciate the magnificent snow mountains, tranquil lakes, dense forests, and rich Wusun culture. Pack your bag, put on your thick winter clothes, and embark on this unforgettable journey together!🏞️❄️ 1️⃣ About the Ancient Wusun Road: The Ancient Wusun Road was an important passage connecting the ancient Wusun and Kucha countries, with a total length of about 130 kilometers, crossing the Tianshan Mountains, connecting the Ili River Valley and the southern Xinjiang Tarim Basin. This is a paradise for outdoor hiking enthusiasts, attracting many explorers to challenge every year.👣🏔️ 2️⃣ The unique charm of the Wusun Ancient Road in winter: The Wusun Ancient Road in winter has a different flavor, with snow-covered mountains, frozen lakes, and rime landscapes, forming a beautiful picture. Here, you can experience the perfect blend of ice and fire and feel the magical charm of nature.❄️🔥 3️⃣ The winter beauty of Paradise Lake: Paradise Lake is the pearl on the Wusun Ancient Road. The lake is clear and surrounded by snow mountains. In winter, the lake freezes and becomes an excellent place for ice skating and snow scene shooting. When the sun shines on the lake, it sparkles with dazzling light, as if taking you into a fairyland.🌞🌊 4️⃣ Hiking guide: - Route: The Wusun Ancient Road is about 130 kilometers long, divided into light hiking and heavy hiking. Choose the route that suits you according to your physical fitness and experience. - Itinerary: It usually takes 6-7 days, and you need to cross two passes along the way, with the highest altitude of 3720 meters. Arrange your itinerary reasonably, pay attention to rest and keep warm. - Equipment: Winter hiking requires warm clothing, waterproof gloves, trekking poles, ice claws, and other equipment. Also, carry enough food and water to ensure safety. - Guide: To ensure safety, it is recommended to hire a local guide with rich experience to lead, familiar with the route and deal with emergencies.🎗️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 5️⃣ Precautions: - The climate on the Wusun Ancient Road in winter is cold, pay attention to keeping warm and prevent altitude sickness. - The signal along the way is poor, inform your family and friends of your itinerary in advance to ensure safety. - Respect local customs and habits, protect the environment, and do not litter.🌍💡 Stepping on the winter journey of the Wusun Ancient Road to Paradise Lake, you will gain unforgettable memories! In this winter hiking trip, feel the magnificence of nature and the charm of Wusun culture, and it will become an unforgettable chapter in your life!🎉🏔️❄️

The Ancient Wusun Road, this old passage that runs through Xinjiang, has witnessed countless historical vicissitudes. It is a trade route connecting the East and the West, and also a mysterious journey pursued by explorers. Today, let's walk into this ancient road together and feel the long-sealed historical atmosphere. The Ancient Wusun Road is located in the Aksu region of Xinjiang, starting from Tashkurgan in the Kashgar region and ending in Tekes in the Ili region. Along this ancient road, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery and rich historical culture. Stepping on the Ancient Wusun Road is like going through a time tunnel. Here, you can see unique natural and cultural landscapes. Majestic snow mountains, deep canyons, vast grasslands, and those historical and cultural relics scattered on the ancient road, all are carved by time with unique charm. I was fortunate to have walked this ancient road myself, and the scenery along the way was intoxicating. From the glacier meltwater in Tashkurgan to the grassland songs in Tekes, the Ancient Wusun Road interprets the beauty of Xinjiang in its unique way. During the journey, I met many friends from different places, we shared the joy of exploration together, and left unforgettable memories. The Ancient Wusun Road is an unforgettable journey, it uses the dual charm of history and nature to let us feel the fun of exploration. On this ancient road, we not only appreciate the magnificence of nature, but also find a tranquility in the depths of our hearts. Whether you are a history lover or a nature explorer, the Ancient Wusun Road will bring you an unforgettable experience. Step into the Ancient Wusun Road, feel the vicissitudes of history and the magnificence of nature, and let your soul be baptized and sublimated on this ancient road. Come and join us, follow the footsteps of the Ancient Wusun Road, and check in this secret land hidden in the long river of history!

For hiking enthusiasts, Xinjiang is a must-visit destination in their lifetime. The ultimate scenery hidden deep in the Tianshan Mountains is the best gift for every hiker. On the ancient road of Wusun, I walked through the grassland, crossed the Daban, waded through the river, laughed, tired, cried, but when I saw the Heavenly Lake, I felt that these 108 kilometers were worth it. Hiking time: 7 days and 8 nights Distance: 108 kilometers Best hiking season: July to September. Hiking difficulty: moderate to high Hiking scenery: high mountain lakes, grasslands, forests, Daban zip line, stone slope ancient road, historical culture... Highlights of the itinerary: Heavenly Lake: The most beautiful scenery of the ancient Wusun Road in my heart, with a lake surface altitude of 3100 meters. Under the blue sky and white clouds, the sunlight shines from behind the mountain, and the reflection of the mountain is spread on the lake surface. The mountains and waters are integrated, like a poem and a painting. From a distance, it really looks like a "jade embedded on the plateau". Akburak Daban: Standing against the wind at an altitude of 3900 meters on Akburak Daban, feeling the world around with closed eyes, one can feel the power hidden in one's body. Qiongkushitai Village: a small village of Kazakh herdsmen, is a national historical and cultural famous village. The north entrance of the ancient Uyghur Road, a paradise under the foot of Tianshan Mountain, 660. Tiger Mouth: The internet celebrity check-in spot that I've been longing for. After seeing Heaven Lake, taking photos and checking in at Tiger Mouth, this trip is already worth it. Bozike Rigexia Valley: Crossing the river dozens of times is not only a test of physical strength, but also a challenge to the mind. Travel itinerary sharing: 1 Yining-Qiongkushitai Livestock Village-Qiongkushitai River Valley Campsite 2 Qiongkushitai River Valley Campsite-Qiongdaban-Kunosai Campsite 3 Kunosa'i Campsite - Zip Line - Kukusu River Campsite 4 Cooks River Campground-Paradise Lake-Paradise Lake Campground 5 days: Heaven Lake Campsite - Tiger Mouth - Akburak Dabban - Bozik Rixige River Valley Campsite. 6 Bozike Rig Camp - Bozike Rig Valley - Valley Poplar Forest Campsite 7 Tips for hiking from Heiyingshan Pass to Kuche through the Hu Yanglin Campsite in the valley: 1. The hiking distance of the Wusun Ancient Road is long, with mountains and rivers to cross, and it is moderately difficult. Proper physical training should be done before departure, and it is not recommended for novice hikers. 2. Clothing: assault suit, hiking shoes, water shoes, waterproof hiking socks, down jacket. The temperature difference in the mountains is large, pay attention to keep warm. Equipment: Comfortable -10 degree sleeping bag, raincoat, knee pads, insulated cup, water bag, meal box, chopsticks, tissue. 4 sun protection items: sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen Scenery heals the soul, hiking enlightens life. Come and challenge yourself with a hiking trip!