Things to do in Qapqal

Liuxing Street in Yining City is a national 4A-level historical and cultural block. Its planning was completed as early as 1934. Six main roads radiate outwards from the center, dividing the area into six fan-shaped sections. This unique hexagonal layout is rare in China and is known as Yining's "Little Bagua City" (a term referring to the area in Chinese astrology). Generations of people of various ethnicities have lived here, with Russian and Central Asian style houses scattered throughout. Colorful gates and flower-filled courtyards offer picturesque views at every turn, exuding a strong sense of exoticism. The street is open all day and free of charge, allowing for leisurely strolls. The accordion museum houses hundreds of antique accordions, and with luck, you might even hear a live performance. The aroma of various snacks, such as Gulandam handmade ice cream and baked buns, fills the streets. As dusk falls, the central square comes alive with locals playing instruments and dancing, fireworks mingling with song. Compared to Kazanchi, this place is quieter and more relaxed, less noisy, and more imbued with the essence of local life. When visiting Yining, be sure to set aside time to wander into the alleyways, experience the gentle and vibrant cultural charm of the old town, and understand the unique romance of Yili.

Sunset at the Yili River Bridge The old Yili River Bridge (a nine-arch bridge) south of Yining City is a popular spot for watching the sunset, and it's a free, open scenic area. The old bridge is now closed to cars, only pedestrians are allowed. With its nine arched openings, the setting sun shines through them, casting golden reflections on the river surface, creating the classic scene of "the setting sun over the long river." There's also a newer, modern bridge with a designated sunset viewing spot. Just ask your taxi driver for directions. Sunset in October is around 8 PM. It's recommended to arrive at least 40 minutes early. When we arrived, the bridge wasn't crowded yet. We took photos at the designated spot on the bridge first, then walked down to the riverbank to wait for the sunset. The sunset and evening glow were beautiful. There are also sightseeing buses and speedboats available.

2025年伊昭公路开放很早，5月15日就开了全线，我们在16号自驾到昭苏，景色非常美，路上也有很多停车点可以拍照，弯路和爬坡不少，但是只要小心些并不难开

I liked the area very much. I was happy to see local concert and try nice ice cream and visit a cultural center inside the area. The location is beautiful and gas a lot of craftsmen shops. So I bought nice summer hat👏👏👍. Thank you Yining for nice and warm memories. What I loved about this city is good assortment of delicious fruits and cheap taxi prices.

The kids love going to the museum. It has everything related to Yili’s history and culture. Like it

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It's quite a short drive from Yining to Baishifeng, about an hour and a half. Not only is the viewpoint at the summit beautiful, but the viewpoints on the way down the mountain are also stunning. The main problem is parking. Please prioritize safety. With its high mountains, grasslands, and forests, it truly lives up to its nickname, "Little Duku Highway"!

It was very close to my hotel, which was great, but the venue itself was quite small – I finished looking at it quickly. The decor was nice, but not many venues were open yet, perhaps because it wasn't peak season. There were also volunteer guides, which was nice. It was a great place to take photos.