Hemu—Birch Forest
by ASHTON TERRY
Oct 25, 2025
Hemu Village, located in Kanas Hemu Township, Burqin County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, is a primitive little village with enchanting autumn scenery and unique folk customs. Here's the travel itinerary for Hemu:
Day 1: Take the Snow Country train from Urumqi to Altay Station, then charter a car to Hemu. Upon arrival, visit attractions like Heyushanfang, Shanhai Guisu, Ge Coffee, and Natural Folk House Store.
Day 2: Head to Hemu Observation Deck for sunrise viewing, then visit Hemu Bridge, followed by lunch at Taoyuan Flavor Restaurant. In the afternoon, visit Qu Yuanfang Café.
Day 3: Experience snow tubing on the small hills near the homestay. In the afternoon, visit Yuanjiang Bridge, with the nearby Cézanne Art Homestay recommended.
Day 4: Go to Jikebuling Ski Resort for skiing or cable car rides. Afterwards, visit Fengzhang Coffee, next to which is the 191 Bistro.
Note: Hemu Scenic Area implements online real-name timed ticket reservations. During peak season, it's advised to purchase tickets and book accommodations in advance.
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