Xinjiang

China

The spectacular geological landscape of the Kuokesu Grand Canyon,Xinjiang,China.Aerial view.
The vista is from Kashi (Kashgar) in Xinjiang Province to about 2 hours away from the border town of Pakistan. We were traveling on a day excursion and all we saw were countless snow peaked mountain tops and lakes. Very stark and raw and isolated from the rest of humanity. Excellent photo opportunities! #blue
The yurt is the traditional dwelling of the nomads in Mongolia
I think the best sights are those that appeared right in front of your vision when least expected. As is the case here on the day excursion from Kashgar (Kashi to the Chinese). Mountains after mountains with snow peaks and lakes under the #blue sky! Yes, this is a rarity in Asia. Most places are crowded with civilization but this rare window into the heart of China is what takes breath away, not the pollution in the cities! #ontheroad
This is the vista stretching from Kashi in western China to about 2 hours from Pakistan border. We drove for a day to simply enjoy the freedom from crowd and noises in this most populated country in the world! Who could have known there are still plenty of open spaces and fresh air here? #ontheroad

Popular cities in Xinjiang

This part of the journey is from Kashi towards Pakistan southwest bound. Lots of snow peaked mountains and lakes. Very scenic. An unexplored part of China mostly as it is nearly to Tajikistan and Pakistan rather than major cities in China. #ontheroad
Ürümqi
Known for Skyscrapers, Hot springs and Deserts
Experience upscale Ürümqi: its hot springs, desert views, theme park, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Hongshan Park
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Spices for sale at the Grand Bazaar in Kashgar #market
Kashgar
Known for Temples, Deserts and Hiking
Upscale Kashgar is calling! Discover its temples, desert views, hiking, and more.
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A Buddhist temple in front of a Mosque in Yining, China.
Yining
Known for Theme parks, Lakes and Nature
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Heaven on earth
Altay
Known for Forests, Theme parks and Bird watching
Explore Altay: its forests, theme park, museums, and more!
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Walkway through Ancient Silk Road City of Jiaohe in Turpan, Xinjiang, China
Turpan
Known for Ruins, Secluded and Deserts
Experience secluded Turpan: its ruins, desert views, monuments, and more!
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Aksu
Aksu
Known for Natural parks
Escape to Aksu! Enjoy its parks.
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