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"Jiangbulak" means "source of holy water" in Kazakh. Located in Banjiegou Town, Qitai County, Xinjiang, this scenic area, covering a total area of 48 square kilometers, is one of the key scenic spots along the ancient Northern Silk Road. It comprises five zones and eighteen scenic spots, including the Tianshan Strange Slope, the Ten Thousand Mu Wheat Field, the Han Shule City, the Wooden Plank Road, and the Heilao Dam.
The resource types of Jiangbulake Scenic Area are three major systems: natural landscape, water landscape, and biological landscape. It has snow-capped mountains and glaciers, subalpine meadows, virgin forests, grasslands, exotic flowers and plants, and wild animals. It is a good place for tourists in Xinjiang to enjoy the grassland scenery.
Summer: June and July are the best time for Xinjiang travelers to escape the summer heat. Autumn: The endless Jiangbulake Mountains are covered with golden waves of wheat, wheat fields, and huge stacks of wheat.
Ten thousand mu of characteristic forestry and fruit industry park
To accelerate agricultural restructuring, Qitai County has formulated a 10-year development plan for its specialty fruit and forestry industry, adhering to the principles of "optimizing layout, scientific cultivation, and highlighting distinctive characteristics." Key projects are being implemented in this southern hilly area. It's called "Ten Thousand Mu Fruit and Forestry Mountain" because it encompasses 100,000 mu of specialized fruit and forestry, adding a beautiful touch to the landscape.
Wanmu Dryland Scenic Spot
Ten thousand mu of dry fields are a major wonder of Jiangbulake, and precisely because of its uniqueness, it has been nominated for World Cultural Heritage status. The spectacular sight of these ten thousand mu of dry fields offers a tremendous visual impact and enjoyment. Every autumn, as the wheat begins to mature and turn yellow, following the slopes of the mountain, the mountain becomes a vibrant, multicolored landscape, with patches of green, yellow, dark, and light, creating a breathtaking beauty.
Shule Ancient City (Shichengzi)
The ancient city of Shule, known locally as Shichengzi, survived the Wei, Jin, Sui, and Tang dynasties and is the only surviving Han Dynasty architectural site discovered in Xinjiang. There's a saying: "There's Loulan in the south, and Shule in the north." Because wheat fields have been turned into fields both within and outside the city walls, it's difficult to discern the original architectural layout or the locations where building foundations were relatively concentrated. However, numerous fragments of gray pottery, flat tiles, cloud-patterned tiles, and tubular tiles with distinct Han Dynasty characteristics have been discovered within and outside the city, especially in the southwest. These fragments are now on display at the Qitai County Museum.
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Jiangbulake is a scenic grassland in the Tianshan foothills, known for its wildflowers, pastures, and cultural significance as a traditional grazing area for Kazakh herders.
Located in Qitai County, Changji Prefecture, Xinjiang. Visitors usually reach it by car or tour bus from Urumqi (about 3–4 hours drive).
Tickets typically cost 60–80 RMB, available at the entrance or via Chinese travel apps (Ctrip, Fliggy).
Booking is not mandatory; advisable during July–August peak season to secure transport and lodging.
A full day is ideal; half a day for highlights.
Chinese-speaking guides are common; some agencies provide English-speaking tours from Urumqi.
Start at the entrance → take shuttle or cable car → walk among meadows → visit yurt camps → return for sunset views.
No light shows, but overnight stays in yurts with stargazing and cultural performances are possible.
Peak crowds in July–August weekends; weekdays and early mornings are quieter.
Basic facilities include restrooms, food stalls, small shops, and yurts offering meals and rest stops.
Cable cars and shuttles make main areas accessible; some hiking trails may be challenging.
WeChat Pay and Alipay widely accepted; bring some cash for small vendors.
Local Kazakh-style eateries and yurt restaurants serve lamb, noodles, and dairy dishes.
Yes, halal food is common; vegetarians can find bread, noodles, and vegetable-based dishes, though options are limited.
Souvenirs include Kazakh handicrafts, felt rugs, embroidery, dried fruits, and dairy products.
Private car or bus back to Urumqi; from there, continue to Turpan, Ili, or other Xinjiang destinations.
