Daolang Tribe: Populus Euphratica, Music, and Intangible Cultural Heritage Adventures in the Western Regions

✨ Highlights
· Golden Autumn Populus Euphratica, Encounter the Most Beautiful Autumn Scenery: From late October to mid-November each year, the Daolang Tribe and surrounding Populus euphratica forests reach their best viewing period. The golden poplars intertwined with desert and rivers create a perfect backdrop for stunning photos.
· Immersive Experience of Daolang Culture: This is one of the birthplaces of "Daolang Culture," where you can experience up close the Daolang Muqam and Daolang Meshilefu performances, listed as intangible cultural heritage, and appreciate the wild and passionate music and dance of the Western Regions.
· Taste the Musical Roots of Singer Daolang: The singer Daolang’s high-pitched and rugged musical style and name originate from the Duolang culture of this land.

📝 Basic Information
· Opening Hours: 9:30 AM - 8:30 PM
· Recommended Visit Duration: 3-4 hours
· Location: Awati County, Aksu Prefecture, Xinjiang
· Best Visiting Period: Around October 20 to November 20 (Golden Autumn Populus Euphratica Season)

🗺️ Travel Guide
The Daolang Tribe scenic area is quite large, nearly 1 kilometer in both length and width, so plan your visit according to different zones.
1. Central Cultural Experience Zone: The central part of the scenic area is the core zone to learn about and experience Daolang folk culture. Don’t miss the folk exhibition hall here, as well as the folk performances of Daolang Muqam and Meshilefu. Performers use unique instruments like the Karongqin and Daolang hand drum to play powerful and rough melodies.
2. Eastern Populus Euphratica Forest Zone: Here lies a vast area of pristine Populus euphratica forest. In the golden autumn season, the poplars don dazzling "golden robes," blending with the desert for magnificent scenery. You can take plenty of photos or simply stroll and enjoy the poetic autumn atmosphere.
3. Western Riverside Recreation Zone: The west side of the scenic area borders a river with a fresh environment. There is a sand sculpture park and water entertainment area, perfect for relaxing during your visit.

💡 Tips
1. Dressing Advice: Autumn days and nights have large temperature differences, so layered dressing is recommended. Prepare clothes in red, white, or other colors that contrast with the golden poplars for better photos.
2. Confirm in Advance: Some performances (such as folk shows) may have dynamic schedules, so it’s best to check the performance timetable at the ticket office or visitor center upon arrival.
3. Itinerary Combination: Consider combining a visit to the Aksu Museum (free admission, closed on Mondays) with the Daolang Tribe for a full-day tour to better understand the history and culture of the Aksu region.

Under the golden Populus euphratica forest, listening to the vigorous Daolang Muqam, you will understand why this land has nurtured such moving music and culture. Take this guide and encounter a poetic golden autumn!