Located in the most northwest part of Xinjiang, the Altay region is famous for the picturesque Kanas Lake and minority villages such as Hemu and Baihaba. The Altay region is one of the most popular and stunning travel destinations for local travelers in late autumn. If you are interested in visiting Altay in late autumn, do prepare and book your trip in advance.
For luxury travelers, there are no luxury hotels in this area; local 4-star hotels are the best options.
Altay tourist attractions
Kanas Lake
Kanas Lake is a lake in Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang, China. The lake is located in a valley in the Altai Mountains, near the very northern tip of Xinjiang and the province’s borders with Russia, Kazakhstan and Mongolia.
Hemu Village
Hemu Village is located in the northern part of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, bordering Kazakhstan to the northwest and about 70 kilometers away from the Kanas River. It is inside the Kanas National Scenic Area.
Baihaba Village
Baihaba Village is known as the first village in the northwest and the first point in the northwest. It is located in Tireketi Township, Habahe County, Xinjiang, on the border between China and Kazakhstan, and is east of Kazakhstan.
Keketuohai National Geopark
Keketuohai National Geopark is located in Koktokay town, Fuyun County, northeast of Xinjiang. It covers an area of 619 square kilometers. The altitude is between 1100 and 2400 meters.
Wucaitan Danxia Landform
The Wucaitan Danxia Landform Scenic Area is a colorful beach on both sides of a river. It is about 24 kilometers northwest of Burqin County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The Irtysh River passes through it.
World Ghost City
The World Ghost City in Karamay, Xinjiang, is a typical geological wonder with the miniature features of the Yardang landform. It is famous for its peculiarity, grandeur, and imposingness.