Urumqi Nanshan Scenic Area

Generally refers to the vast mountainous area in the south of Urumqi, which is not only an excellent natural pasture, but also a summer resort.
The peaks in the scenic area are covered with snow, the undulating mountains are covered with lush green plants, and trickling springs drift down from them, creating a very charming scenery.
From April to May every year, azaleas and rhododendrons are everywhere in the scenic area. The temperature is relatively low at this time, so you should pay attention to keep warm.
July is the best time for grass, and you can ride horses to experience the Kazakh folk customs.

Attractions Location: Nanshan Scenic Area, Urumqi County, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

Tickets:
Regular ticket: RMB 45

Opening hours:
All day (Monday to Sunday, January 1st to December 31st)

Time reference: More than 3 hours


Recommended itinerary for Urumqi Nanshan Scenic Area tours

1-Day Itinerary: Urumqi Nanshan Scenic Area Exploration

This itinerary focuses on a full day exploring the natural beauty of Urumqi Nanshan Scenic Area, known for its lush forests, clear rivers, and snow-capped mountains.

  • Morning: Take a taxi or private car from Urumqi city center to Nanshan Scenic Area (approx. 1.5 hours, 70 km).
  • Visit the Heavenly Lake (Tianchi) entrance and enjoy walking trails, boat rides, and panoramic views.
  • Lunch at a local mountain restaurant featuring Xinjiang cuisine.
  • Afternoon: Explore the nearby Yabulai Hot Springs or hike small trails around the forest area.
  • Return to Urumqi city in the evening.

Accommodation/Food: Return to Urumqi city for hotels; try lamb kebabs, hand-pulled noodles, and local dairy products.

Souvenirs: Local herbal teas, dried fruits, traditional Kazakh felt crafts.


2-Day Itinerary: Nanshan Scenic Area + Urumqi City Highlights

Combine nature exploration with cultural and urban experiences in Urumqi.

  • Day 1: Follow the 1-day itinerary in Nanshan Scenic Area.
  • Day 2: Visit Xinjiang Regional Museum, Grand Bazaar in Urumqi city (reachable by bus No. 1, 10, or taxi).
  • Explore People's Park and enjoy local snacks.

Accommodation/Food: Stay in Urumqi city hotels; sample hand-pulled noodles and Xinjiang-style breads.

Souvenirs: Uyghur musical instruments, ethnic jewelry, local spices.


3-Day Itinerary: Extended Nature and Culture Tour

Explore Urumqi’s natural and cultural landmarks over three days.

  • Days 1-2: Follow 2-day itinerary.
  • Day 3: Visit Red Hill Park and Urumqi People's Square, then take a short trip to the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar for shopping.

Accommodation/Food: Stay in Urumqi city; try local lamb pilaf and fresh melon.

Souvenirs: Silk scarves, local handicrafts, dried melons.


4-Day Itinerary: Nanshan and Surrounding Scenic Areas

Spend more time enjoying the mountains and nearby natural attractions.

  • Days 1-3: Follow 3-day itinerary.
  • Day 4: Visit the nearby Guozigou Scenic Area (approx. 2 hours by taxi from Urumqi), famous for forest trails and waterfalls.

Accommodation/Food: Stay in Urumqi or mountain guesthouses; enjoy mountain herbs and fresh trout dishes.

Souvenirs: Herbal products, mountain honey, handcrafted wooden items.


5-Day Itinerary: Cultural Depth and Nature Immersion

Experience a combination of cultural depth in Urumqi and outdoor activities around Nanshan.

  • Days 1-4: Follow 4-day itinerary.
  • Day 5: Explore the Urumqi Silk Road Ancient City ruins (approx. 1 hour by taxi) and nearby cultural sites.

Accommodation/Food: Stay in Urumqi city; sample Xinjiang pilaf and handmade sweets.

Souvenirs: Silk products, antique-style crafts, traditional hats.


6-Day Itinerary: Urumqi and Extended Mountain Adventures

Combine cultural sites with extended exploration of surrounding mountain areas.

  • Days 1-5: Follow 5-day itinerary.
  • Day 6: Take a day trip to Kanas Lake area or nearby hiking trails within Nanshan, arranged via local tour or private vehicle.

Accommodation/Food: Mountain lodges or Urumqi city hotels; enjoy local fish and roasted lamb dishes.

Souvenirs: Ethnic embroidery, local wines, mountain herbal teas.


7-Day Itinerary: Comprehensive Xinjiang Experience around Urumqi Nanshan

A full week immersing in Xinjiang’s nature, culture, and history with Urumqi as your base.

  • Days 1-6: Follow 6-day itinerary.
  • Day 7: Visit Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar for last-minute shopping and explore local tea houses and markets in Urumqi.

Accommodation/Food: Urumqi city hotels or boutique guesthouses; savor traditional Uyghur breads, dairy, and kebabs.

Souvenirs: Local spices, traditional musical instruments, silk scarves, and ethnic jewelry.


User Reviews

By Jian |

Nanshan Scenic Area is located in Urumqi County, south of Urumqi City. It is a provincial scenic spot located in the extremely arid area in the heart of Asia and Europe. It features ice and snow landscapes, lush forests and grasses, peculiar rocks, superior tourist climate, alpine forest and pastoral scenery, and rich ethnic customs. It also displays modern cultural landscapes. The snow-capped peaks here are towering, the mountains are undulating, the forests are lush, the flowers and grass are everywhere, the springs are gurgling, and the scenery is charming. It is a summer resort and tourist attraction. Among them, the more famous places are East and West Baiyanggou, Houxia, Gangou, Dengcaogou, Shuixigou, Miaoergou and Banfanggou. Each scenic spot has the common characteristics of the natural landscape on the northern slope of Tianshan Mountain, but its individuality is also more obvious.

By Come with me 🚕 |

Take the bus to Urumqi Suburban Passenger Transport Center Station, and then take a bus to Nanshan Scenic Area. There are buses to Baiyanggou at 9:00 and 9:20, and the price is 15 yuan. There are buses to other Nanshan scenic areas, but the exact time is unclear. We set off at 9:20 and arrived at Baiyanggou in about an hour and ten minutes, and the price is 30 yuan. The weather was bad on the day we went there, and it was drizzling. There were few people in the scenic area, and the natural scenery was good, which was basically the same as other Nanshan scenic areas described on the Internet. The visitor center is 10 kilometers away from the most famous waterfall in Baiyanggou, and the round-trip electric car fee is 60 yuan.

By echo6068 |

As it is located on the northern slope of Tianshan Mountain, with an altitude of more than 2,000 meters, the temperature is about 10 degrees lower than that of Urumqi. It is a small but beautiful place with wide pastures, lonely Gobi Desert, snow-capped peaks and turbulent rivers. There are not many tourists from other places here. Our friends in Urumqi strongly recommended this place to us. It is also the first choice for local residents who are closest to Urumqi to escape the summer heat.

From Tuyugou the day before to Nanshan scenic area that day, in less than 24 hours, we deeply felt the two worlds of ice and fire. God has given Xinjiang thousands of kinds of customs.

By HMM |

When we arrived, we found that we only had an hour to play, which was not enough for someone who loves taking photos. We hurriedly looked around and felt that the air here was very good, the people were simple and honest, and it has not been developed yet, so it is worth a visit.

By Sasa, |

I never expected it to be so cold up there. I felt even colder with bare legs. There's not much fun to play on Nanshan Mountain. It's mainly for viewing the scenery. Besides, the grass is past its greenest season. Although every season has its beauty, I still like it to be green as it should be~. It was beautiful and lively a month ago. There were very few tourists when I went there that day. I chose to ride a horse on the grassland. It was 100 yuan an hour. At that time, I felt that it was much more cost-effective than riding a camel the day before. But I was very excited when I got on the horse, but I felt very uncomfortable after less than 20 minutes. How uncomfortable it was, you still have to experience it yourself to know~

By Xinjiang Tuge |

The scenic area is surrounded by mountains on three sides, embracing the green meadow. Looking around the scenic area, you can see the overlapping peaks, the sound of pine waves when the breeze blows, and the city can be vaguely seen in the distance. The scenic area is full of lush green grass and colorful wild flowers, as if a huge brocade is gently and soothingly laid between the mountains. From spring to autumn, more than ten kinds of wild flowers bloom in the scenic area, yellow, purple, light blue, red, white, colorful and beautiful. In addition, there are many springs gurgling, and wild animals such as red deer, wild boars, and marmots peeking among the forests and grasses, presenting an attractive primitive style everywhere, which is breathtaking and refreshing. There are three peaks standing among the mountains in the scenic area, which are staggered, mysterious and poetic, which is the "Three Peaks Overlapping Shadows".

By Noisy |

A good place for hiking, cattle, horses, sheep, Kazakhs, people on horseback, children riding horses are all very good

By Eating potatoes all over the world |

A strange land from the west, a spiritual land outside the world. Four mountains swallow up the vastness, and one green wipes the clear sky.

By snow country |

There are many beautiful gullies in Nanshan. The picture below is on the Jinquangou Road, and there are also Banfanggou and Baiyanggou...

By Peko sauce peach |

✨2011.7.4✨

Seven years ago, I came to Xinjiang with my Russian best friend, and that day happened to be her birthday!

I woke up naturally and drove to Nanshan to visit. My bestie said that Nanshan is the south of Tianshan Mountain.

Blue sky, white clouds and green mountains, embrace nature and contract the entire Nanshan!

After jumping around, we also went to a nearby farmhouse, the food was so delicious~

By Xinjiang Youth Travel Flight |

When I reached the top of the mountain, I felt like I was embracing nature. It was very relaxing. I really liked nature.

By lOld Master 77065 |

Lao Fu Zi: "More than a thousand years of past events·Spiritual and magical Hulunbuir 3⃣️" - Xinjiang Urumqi Nanshan Ranch Scenic Area 16·9·13 "Dongxian Song·Wild Fun" Strange peaks are abrupt and majestic. High mountains and steep ridges are everywhere. Wandering around, the grass is green, the colorful world, the fragrance of the pillow is looming. The clouds are steaming, the wild fun is pressing, and the pine trees are densely covered in the Great Nanshan. The boundless forest sea song, the rocks are rugged, and the natural landscape begins to change. The gullies are crisscrossed with bees and butterflies, the spirit and magic are gathered, and looking back thousands of times! March 6th of the Year of the Dog

By Backpacker boy |

Nanshan Scenic Area is just a general name, and it is divided into several valleys. Baiyanggou Scenic Area is the core area of Nanshan Scenic Area. The scenery is nice and I experienced hiking through it.

By What? |

As a summer resort that locals must visit in summer! Not far from the city, rent a yurt, ride horses, climb mountains, drink milk tea, and eat mutton! I still remember that I once grilled a lamb that had just been slaughtered, and only added a little salt. It was so delicious that I still remember it! It is said that Nanshan has a wide range, and there are all kinds of beautiful attractions such as Juhuatai, Xiaoquzi, and the Silk Road! Below are the beautiful pictures of Nanshan Cloud House^_^

By If yes |

There are mountains, water and waterfalls, and it seems that there are only large grasslands inland. The air is very clear after the rain, and it is a summer resort in summer. But the scenery does not have any exotic characteristics.

By Moonlight Heart |

The snow scene is pure and I have never seen such beautiful snow. There are also couples who come here to take wedding photos. It is definitely worth a visit in winter.

By Playful little boye |

Nanshan is a scenic spot dominated by Buddhism. There are temples in the scenic area. Many businessmen and merchants come here to kneel and pray. If you are not a devout Buddhist, you can also come here for vacation, see the huge three-faced Guanyin statue, try vegetarian food, and swim in the open-air swimming pool.

By Essence Bank |

1. Renting a horse is 100 yuan per hour. 2. National Highway 216 is closed, drive carefully. 3. It is recommended not to go with children, it is very cold now, the wind is unbearable. 4. The overall feeling of the scenery is average, and there are almost no professionals in public services. I was dragged to a ticket seller's house to eat grilled lamb skewers. The integrity is okay, but milk tea is charged, which made me sad

By sunny |

The scenery is great, but it's just so-so because of a few people.

By Time is singing |

The broad sense of Urumqi Nanshan (natural) Scenic Area refers to the vast mountainous area located in the south of Urumqi City and the north of the ridgeline of the Karaucheng Mountain in the Northern Tianshan Mountains within the jurisdiction of Urumqi County. Here, snow-capped peaks pierce the clouds, glaciers are crystal clear, mountains are winding, cliffs are towering, canyons are deep, forests and grasses are lush, streams and waterfalls are gurgling, the air is fresh, and the scenery is charming. It is a rare summer resort and tourist attraction. There are buses to the ranch from the Nanjiao Bus Station (tickets are 15 yuan/person), or you can charter a car for a one-day tour or drive to the ranch by yourself.

By ppelya |

The last itinerary of Xinjiang tour is reserved for Nanshan Ranch. In fact, it would be nice to go to Nanshan before starting the trip. We went to Nalati first, and then came back to see Nanshan, which was not interesting. It also seemed that the cost was high. The round trip of 5 kilometers was 60 yuan, and children also had full tickets. Personally, I feel that if you go to Nalati, this attraction can be ignored.

By Xiaojiu |

Yes, Nanshan is very large, with beautiful scenery, grasslands, canyons, forests and snow-capped mountains.

By oscar |

Nanshan Ranch is a summer resort. Although it is only 60 kilometers away from Urumqi, the temperature is more than 3 or 4 degrees lower. The weather here is very cool. The grassland is endless, the grass is green, and the cattle and sheep grazing leisurely make people feel happy. There is a waterfall at the foot of the mountain. You can take the shuttle bus to get there. If you are not in a hurry, it is also nice to stroll there.

By On the Road |

The scenery is very beautiful. I started playing at noon and played until the evening. My legs hurt. The tour guide explained it very well. Everyone had a great time. But the horses here are a bit expensive. The scenic area is natural.

By Mu Yichangxi |

Nanshan is located in the vast mountainous area in the southern part of Urumqi, Xinjiang, and in the northern foothills of Karaucheng in the northern Tianshan Mountains. Nanshan Ranch is 75 kilometers away from the urban area, located in the transition zone between medium and low mountains, with an altitude of 2,252 meters. Nanshan Ranch is a natural scenic spot with an area of 119 square kilometers, with ten large and small valleys running east-west. It is a mountain, forest and grassland structure. It is not only an excellent natural pasture, but also a natural scenic spot for summer vacation, recuperation and sightseeing. It has become a famous pastoral area in the Qing Dynasty. Ji Xiaolan once wrote in a poem: "The pasture is full of green grass, and it can raise 100,000 horses." In 1990, the Xinjiang People's Government announced this place as the first batch of autonomous region-level scenic spots. Famous attractions include East and West Baiyanggou, Gangou Chrysanthemum Terrace, Shuixigou Zhaobi Mountain, Miaoergou, etc.

By Lee-Konigh |

The family of a fellow rider I met on the way lives here. I contacted him after arriving in Urumqi. He drove me to Nanshan for a trip. Urumqi’s climate is short-sleeved, but it’s too cold here. I was shivering all over. It’s really meaningless to ride a horse here. I strongly recommend everyone to ride a vigorous horse on the Balikun grassland. The breeds of horses are too different. The horses in Nanshan are old, weak and sick. The people who lead the horses will ask you for tips. It depends on your mood. You can also refuse their service. In fact, the horses are too weak and are not afraid at all.

By Travel the world with Heypi |

In February this year, I followed a team of outdoor sports enthusiasts to Nanshan for a 10-kilometer hike. This route is called the "Leader Trail", which is a place to test or examine the actual ability of outdoor leaders. At this time in Nanshan, the ground was covered with snow, and the pine forest on the mountain stood tall and straight. We followed the leader's footprints, stepping deep and shallow on the snow trail, and shuttled through the pine forest. This is the scene of the sea of snow. We only went to a corner of Nanshan, and the scenery was nice. There is a Yinfeng Ski Resort at the end of the hike, and there is also a Sunshine Ski Resort not far away.

By Nange |

When I went there, there was a big event in Xinjiang, the Silk Road Ice and Snow Marathon. The air was really good, and it felt really wonderful to measure that beautiful place with my feet.

By Bobo |

When I first arrived in Xinjiang, my first reaction was that the air here is really good! !



Long Ge's friend took us to Nanshan to play and ride horses up the mountain to see the waterfall. Nanshan Scenic Area refers to the vast mountainous area located in the south of Urumqi and north of Karaucheng Mountain. It is not only an excellent natural pasture, but also a summer resort. After July, the grassland grass is the best. You can come here to ride horses and experience the customs of the Kazakh people. The biggest surprise of coming to Xinjiang is the fruit here. Watermelon is really the sweetest and most delicious I have ever eaten! There is an urge to stay here and eat watermelon. After lunch at the farm on the road at noon, we rode horses up the mountain to see the waterfall for an afternoon. To be honest, this horse was fine after riding for an afternoon, but I felt that my balls were not mine. After that, I rushed to the airport with the feeling that my balls no longer existed to prepare for the flight to Yining. There was a severe traffic jam in Xinjiang at 6 or 7 in the evening, and I almost missed the plane again.

By Pamir |

Nanshan, 1 hour away from Urumqi, has great scenery, many ethnic felt houses to stay in, and many places to ride horses. You can live in the village at the foot of the mountain, where there are many Hui hotels. The surrounding small restaurants have good food, such as baked buns, roasted lamb chops, pepper chicken, fried noodles, etc. Living there is likely to make you a foodie, hahahaha.

By China-TravelNote users |

Because I went to Kanas first and then to Nanshan and Tianshan, I felt that Nanshan was too boring!

By Jing'er |

The natural scenery is great, but it gets colder as you go deeper inside, so it's best to wear autumn and winter clothes.

By Yinchuan's first central defender |

It's really bad, there's no need to play.

By Wandering freely in the world |

I have been working in Urumqi for nearly 20 days, but I have not seen the scenery of Xinjiang. I will return to Beijing tomorrow, so I must see the beautiful Xinjiang today. The vast green filled my eyes, and my tiredness disappeared instantly. The dark clouds were radiant on the top of the mountain. How can I describe it with just one word "beautiful"? Lying on the grass, the cool breeze blew away the heat of many days. Time is too short, I must stay a little longer next time to enjoy this comfort!

By Sue |

It's an hour's drive from downtown Urumqi. It was sunny and windy at first, but it started to hail as soon as we got to the foot of the mountain... It felt quite special to be in the ice and snow... It was too cold so we didn't climb up.

By Curry Chili |

I went there in August. The green and yellow wheat, the crooked handwritten road signs, the cool cable cars, and the tall horses were a beautiful sight to behold wherever you stood.

By hula la |

The sky is very blue and the mountains are full of sheep. I like it very much. As soon as I arrived, I was taken to ride a horse for 100 yuan. I can ride for a long time. Although I have never ridden a horse before, I still think it is worth it and fun.

By black19diamond |

Nanshan is a general term (the mountain south of Urumqi). Specifically, it consists of several gullies: Shuixigou, Banfanggou, Dongbaiyanggou, Xibaiyanggou, Gangou, etc., as well as many small gullies that cannot be named. There is more than one way to Nanshan: S103, Nanlv Expressway, Wushui Highway, Wuban Highway, G216, S110, etc. lead to different gullies. The scenery of each gully is generally the same, with green grass, small rivers, forests, Kazakh yurts, etc. But they also have their own characteristics, such as Shuixigou has the best Silk Road ski resort in Xinjiang; Banfanggou's Tianshan Grand Canyon/Zhaobi Mountain Reservoir, nicknamed Xiaotianchi; deep in Xibaiyanggou, there are waterfalls; from Xibaiyanggou over Wuliangsitai is Gangou-Chrysanthemum Terrace...

For Bird Market, a frequent visitor to the national PM2.5 index explosion list, it is a blessing in disguise to have such a back garden with fresh air.

By dew |

Xinjiang has a vast border, so self-driving is very suitable and the scenic spots are beautiful!

By 🍓 Strawberry🍓 |

Every winter, I go skiing at Nanshan Silk Road Ski Resort. I went there during the Spring Festival. The price was quite expensive, about 200 to 300, including the rental of ski equipment. The ski slopes are divided into beginner, intermediate, advanced and alpine slopes. The alpine slope is the hillside in the distance in the photo. It is really steep. It is said that you need a professional certificate to ski, which is quite dangerous. Most people ski on the beginner, intermediate and advanced slopes. The snow is very clean and the slopes are well shoveled. There are also leather circles to sit on. If you don't know how to ski, you can play with the leather circles, which is also very exciting!

By Reflection on the first month |

If there is any reason why I can stay in Urumqi to work, the most important reason is that Urumqi has Nanshan.

By xing |

Anyway, I took a one-day tour. For a Cantonese, everything was fresh, including cattle, sheep, blue sky, etc. The lamb skewers were not bad. If you like this kind of style, I recommend you to come and see it! This tour cost about 180 yuan. In fact, I always feel that domestic tourism is more of a rip-off. I ate carrot fried rice, and it was not delivered to the hotel in the afternoon. Maybe it's like this in China. By the way, one thing I must say is that in a scenic spot, the local residents will desperately ask you if you want to ride a horse? I couldn't stand it and left. I didn't feel like watching it. I didn't feel like riding it.

By Camphor tree |

Here, snow-capped peaks tower, hills undulate, forests are lush, flowers and grass are everywhere, springs are gurgling, cattle and sheep are in herds, yurts are dotted, and the scenery is charming.

By anjella_w |

When I was a kid, it was fun to go there in the summer. You could ride horses, stay in tents, and eat barbecue. It was very cool in the mountains. It would rain for a while and then clear up in a few minutes. Before the reunion with classmates last year, my classmates drove us there. It was completely different from my childhood memories when it was covered in ice and snow.

By The more off-road you go, the better |

Friends who are short on time in Xinjiang can go to Nanshan Ranch to see the grassland scenery.

By Jiajia |

Xinjiang is beautiful and charming! The beauty of Tianshan is everywhere! Among the many landscapes, Baiyanggou in Nanshan Ranch is always a favorite! It has a unique cultural connotation, integrating grasslands, forests, waterfalls, and folk customs. Hiking in the mountains to the waterfall is a primitive natural oxygen bar! There is no noise in other scenic spots, only self-transcendence in the quiet!

By Wuax Fish |

It's not bad, but compared with other places in Xinjiang, it is indeed inferior

By Be a Sufi for 300 days |

There are soft hills of matcha color in the scenic area, red-roofed houses are casually spread on the thin and soft lemon green grass, there are large areas of tall and straight spruce and pine forests, each densely drilled out of the hard rock mountain, and you can hardly forget the treetops when you look up; there are Kazakh guys riding horses by the Swan Lake without swans, and calves leisurely shuttle between white yurts, occasionally looking up at the excited expressions of tourists wearing colorful clothes, eating grass with contempt; going up further is the Tianshan Grand Canyon, from the highest point you can see the winding Z-shaped mountain road, the low and long ridges and valleys, and the snow-capped mountains embedded in the clouds in the distance. It’s the first time I saw the snow-capped mountains, and I felt a little trance when I saw the green and white snow in the same picture; I can see the white yurts under my feet, which are small like the shimmering water reflected on the green water, dotted with stars. The only drawback is that it is too humanistic, with too many post-renovation elements and too many tourists.

By Bubble Dragon |

The scenery is slightly inferior to other places in Xinjiang, and it is mainly used by citizens to escape the heat in the summer.

By Qingqing Wang |

The air in Nanshan Park is extremely fresh, and when you breathe it into your nose you feel the coolness of spring water.

By jude |

The scenery is very good. You can see snow-capped mountains in the distance, and rapeseed and wheat flowers in the near distance. I went there before the sun went down, and the light was very good.

By Jorge is liberated y Dazhi |

Overall, the development is not very good, but the scenery is very beautiful, and it is the first choice for Urumqi people to take a short trip. Nanshan Scenic Area is very large, and there are many places worth visiting.

By Just fun |

Nanshan is actually very big. You can start hiking by just finding a ditch. If you can climb, you can climb up to the snow mountain.

By Cat holding finger |

Go to Baiyanggou in Nanshan with a tour group. At Ulastai, you can see the endless grassland. Horse riding is not calculated by "yuan/hour", but "yuan/time". The original price is 50, but we bargained to 30. The owner of the horse will sit behind you. If you want to take a leisurely stroll or gallop on the horse, they can satisfy you. They will stop and take photos for you. The Kazakhs are very enthusiastic. However, it is recommended to observe the mental state of the horse before getting on the horse. The horse I rode for the first time was sick and kept snorting when walking. I guess it had a cold. I couldn't bear to ask it to run when I saw its appearance. Later, I rode another energetic horse, and it ran so comfortably!

Baiyanggou Waterfall is over 40 meters high and very cool, so most people go there to escape the summer heat. But I think this waterfall is precious because it is located in Xinjiang. So friends who often see water may not be interested in it.

Finally, let's talk about the yurts where the Kazakh people live. The scattered white yurts have become a landscape. The yurts are not only for providing tourists with meals and barbecues, but also for the Kazakh people to live. If you ask them for water, they will let you pour it yourself (free of charge). There is a racecourse near the bus stop between the waterfalls. If you are lucky, you can see their horse racing and other activities.

Friendly reminder: don’t pick any green plants on the ground casually, they may be nettles!

By Ai Ling |

Summer resort! Nanshan is a good place for Urumqi people to relax and have fun at farmhouses on weekends. More importantly, it is a place to escape the heat in summer because it is at a relatively high altitude and has large grasslands and pastures. The air is fresh and the temperature is always several degrees lower than that in Urumqi. Therefore, on weekends, the front of each farmhouse shop is really full of cars!

By Keep exploring |

Mafangnanshan, the back garden of Urumqi, has fresh air

By Erhuzidudu |

1. Transportation: Self-driving is recommended. If you are traveling on a budget, you can choose to take the bus to Nanshan at the entrance of People's Park. The bus departs at 9:30 every day in summer and takes four hours.

2. Travel experience: Although Nanshan Scenic Area is not as vast and magnificent as the Yili Grassland, and not as large as them, the scenery is definitely worth a visit. You definitely don’t need to rush to catch up with your itinerary. When you get here, you just need to stay here quietly, walking and chatting with a few friends. You can look at the snow-capped mountains from afar, or lie on the grass and watch the white clouds drifting in the sky, and feel the fragrance of the grass. You can breathe the freshest air here. Everything is so close to nature. You can also ride a horse here and feel the loneliness of the ancient generals who traveled the world alone. You can also fish alone here and wait for the friend who shares your righteousness. There is no need for any hypocritical masks here. You just need to put down everything you have and be happy.

3. If you have a weak constitution, it is best to bring some motion sickness medicine. The winding mountain road is very twisted and will make you feel very uncomfortable, so it is best to bring some motion sickness medicine.

By Ink |

It was my first time in Xinjiang, and I went hiking in Nanshan Xiaoquzi on the weekend. After getting off the bus, I was stunned by the green hillside in front of me. I couldn't see such a vibrant scene in the steel forest of the city, so I walked around with cheers and curiosity. I was so excited to see the legendary snow-capped mountains. I really wanted to climb up and shout loudly and openly hate those people who suffered from the unbearable heat in the summer: "It's so cold, so cold, I'm going to freeze to death~~". Uh, I'd better say less nonsense and continue with my review theme. ... Uh, I'm at a loss for words. Anyway, I feel that when I come to this place, I feel a sense of tranquility in the empty mountains and valleys. It's healing~

By ben021005 |

Nanshan Prairie is not very spectacular, but it is the closest scenic spot to Urumqi, and the water is very cool. Nanshan Scenic Area is a provincial scenic spot located in the extremely arid area in the heart of Asia and Europe, with ice and snow landscapes, lush forests and grasses, peculiar rocks, superior tourist climate, alpine forest and pastoral scenery and rich ethnic customs as its main features, and it also shows modern cultural landscapes. The scenic area is located about 70 kilometers south of Shihezi City and is the remnant of the Tianshan Mountains. Each scenic spot has the common characteristics of the natural landscape on the northern slope of the Tianshan Mountains, but its personality is also more obvious. The roads here are winding, the mountains are steep, the valleys are crisscrossed, thousands of peaks are beautiful, the trees are towering, the springs are gushing, the grass is green, the flowers are fragrant and the birds are singing. It is a good place for people to relax and vacation.

By Mrs. Nancy |

Nanshan Ranch is not far from Urumqi, and it only takes half an hour to get there. It is very open and feels suitable for relaxing.

By Trace of the Sky |

Nanshan Ranch is a very fun place with a strong Mongolian flavor. You can drink horse-mounting wine and dismounting wine, and the Mongolian girls' singing is really loud.

By Heart |

At 7pm, we finally found out why there was a traffic jam. It was not because there were too many cars. It was because the ticket office to enter the Nanshan Scenic Area was located on the roadside. The ticket office was located on a two-lane mountain road. I don't know which idiot designed it. If you want to buy a ticket, you have to stop the car. If you buy a ticket, you have to stop the car. It would be strange if there is no traffic jam. There are no street lights on the mountain road. It is still raining. I can't see clearly whether there are warning signs to remind tourists to get off the bus in advance to buy tickets. Even if there are, how can you get off the bus in advance to buy tickets in such an environment? The staff did not reflect on their backward service methods, but complained that tourists did not get off the bus in advance to buy tickets, causing congestion. After moving slowly for nearly an hour, we finally saw street lights and arrived at Nanshan Town. When we found the hotel we booked, it was already past 8pm. It took us more than 4 hours to go up the mountain. Due to time constraints, we only played in the alpine ranch for half a day. I heard that Maoping Lake was also good, but we didn't have time to go there.

By Burning Huizi |

I arrived in August 2002 and happened to watch their ethnic competitions, horse racing, camel racing... The scene was spectacular, but I don't know whether such activities were in response to the needs of tourists or were local customs?

By Jenny |

Such a place always makes people feel relaxed and happy, suddenly bright~~ Lamb skewers! Guoguo~~ They are all good~~

By Bing Xiaoqing |

It was super cold, and the higher we went, the more ice formed... But I still thought the lambs eating grass were so cute~\(^o^)/~

By ◆ヽWhose youth is not confused◇ |

The air in the mountains is pretty good, but the weather is changeable. It's very cold when it rains, so my friend even wore a down jacket.

By Guo Nini |

The mountain in the distance in this photo is the Tianshan Mountains. Tragically, I came at the wrong season, and the Tianshan Mountains at this location are at a lower altitude, so the snow on the top of the mountain was all painted, leaving only a small amount of snow, and only a fraction of the scenery of the snow-capped mountains in the distance and the grassland nearby appeared.

By Soul Scroll |

The closest scenic tourist destination to Urumqi! It can be reached in 1 hour. It is a paradise for outdoor activities and hiking organizations in the city! Plateau meadows, snow-capped mountains and glaciers, mountains full of cattle and sheep, and green everywhere!

By Selva |

The environment is very good and the air is nice. I didn't go horseback riding or eating meat, I just climbed the mountain. It should still be a good place to cool off in the summer.

By The crescent moon |

The grass had already turned yellow when we went to Nanshan. But we still rode a horse for a while and saw the Rainbow Bridge.

By Jinghua Color Shadow |

Nanshan Scenic Area is a large area. Nearby are the East and West Baiyanggou Scenic Areas, the Chrysanthemum Terrace Scenic Area, and the Alfalfa Terrace Scenic Area. The scenery is similar. Tianshan landforms, sea of flowers, meadows, ethnic culture...

By Tintin |

The scenery there is very beautiful, it is a good place to escape the summer heat, the yurts there are also a nice landscape, riding a horse on the grassland is a great feeling...

By Zitong |

Here, the snow-capped peaks are towering, the hills are undulating, the yurts are dotted, and the flowers and plants are everywhere. The scenery is charming; especially when you ride on a horse, that feeling is amazing!

By Easy life |

Nanshan Scenic Area is 40 kilometers south of Urumqi City, less than an hour's drive away. There are many tourist resorts in Nanshan, and the main recreational activities are horseback riding and picnics.

By lemonxixi |

"The wind blows the grass low and you can see cattle and sheep." I personally think it's better than Tianchi. I met a hiker who said he was going to camp on the mountain opposite the photo at night, but the merchants here said it's best not to go alone and they can let him stay for free. It's said there are wolves... You can drink horse milk here, but I guess many people won't adapt to it.