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Guozigou, also known as Talqidaban (Taleqi Pass), is known as the "First Scenic Spot of Yili." Located 40 kilometers northeast of Huocheng County, it forms a vital route on National Highway 312, the Urumqi-Yili Highway. Its northern end leads to the renowned Sayram Lake. Guozigou stretches 28 kilometers, boasting steep mountains dotted with towering silver firs.
As its name suggests, Guozigou is a natural treasure trove bestowed by nature, with countless wild fruits, especially wild apples and apricots, and rich medicinal resources. From spring to autumn, wild flowers bloom and the fruit fragrance is rich.
From spring to autumn, fragrant herbs and wildflowers bloom in a vibrant array of colors. The mountains are dotted with pine trees, a variety of wildflowers, and fruit trees. In summer, cattle and sheep patrol the mountains, and nomadic herders and yurts can be seen everywhere. Beekeepers also dot the mountains, producing pure wildflower honey. Guozigou inspires imagination and offers a beautiful experience, promising to elevate the beauty of Yili for tourists from home and abroad.
Continental climate; best in spring, summer and autumn
Guozigou Bridge
As Xinjiang's first cable-stayed bridge and tallest bridge, the Guozigou Bridge is Xinjiang's largest and most important bridge, and the nation's first steel truss cable-stayed bridge. Integrating new technologies: new structure, new process, and new equipment, it represents a major breakthrough in Xinjiang's highway construction history. Leading domestic technologies, such as large-volume concrete temperature control, asynchronous tower-beam construction, hydraulic membrane climbing, and self-propelled mobile formwork, were used for the first time in Xinjiang, accumulating valuable experience for mountain highway construction.
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Guozigou, located in Yili, Xinjiang, is historically significant as part of the Silk Road region. It features natural landscapes shaped by mountains and rivers, and reflects local nomadic culture and historical trade routes.
Booking is generally not required unless joining organized tours; 1–2 days in advance is sufficient.
Half a day to a full day depending on hiking and sightseeing preferences.
Guided tours are available from local agencies, usually in Mandarin; English tours may be limited.
Start at the main entrance, follow marked trails along valleys and ridges, visit viewpoints and natural attractions, then return via scenic routes or village paths.
Night visits are not typical; special cultural performances may be available nearby during festivals.
Least crowded on weekdays and outside Chinese national holidays. Peak visitor periods are summer and festival weekends.
Partially accessible; some trails are uneven or steep, making them challenging for elderly or disabled visitors.
Cash is preferred; mobile payments like WeChat and Alipay may be accepted in some small shops or restaurants.
Yes, halal options are widely available; vegetarian options are limited but can be requested at local eateries.
