Travel to Aksu in Xinjiang, the Dolan tribe welcomes with anticipation and enthusiasm on a sandy day
by David Moore
May 15, 2024
First Stop: Akesu Apple Orchard
Stroll through orchards nourished by Tianshan snowmelt, where heavy rock sugar heart apples bend the branches. Pick them yourself and experience the joy of harvest. When cut open, the crystal-clear rock sugar heart shimmers under the sunlight, and the sweet juice bursts forth with a crisp sound – this is Akesu's unique autumn sweetness.
Second Stop: Daolang Tribe
Pass through the golden Populus euphratica corridor, with a small train slowly winding its way through. In the clearing amidst the trees, dancers gracefully dance in the pond, splashing water dancing with golden fallen leaves. Not far away, a valiant female knight rides past on horseback, adding a captivating touch to this autumn tableau.
Itinerary Experience
In the morning, enjoy the fun of picking in the orchard and savor the fresh, sweet rock sugar heart apples from the branches; in the afternoon, immerse yourself in the diverse experiences of the Daolang Tribe, feeling this autumn feast from sight to soul. As the setting sun gilds the Populus euphratica forest, this journey, blending nature's bounty with cultural heritage, will become the most precious memory.
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