Kurdening | A Forest Sanctuary More Healing Than the Alps!

Kurdening is the ultimate summer healing paradise in Ili! A picturesque forest and grassland 🍃, a natural oxygen bar filled with the scent of fresh grass!

Address: Southeastern mountainous area of Gongliu County, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture (88 km from the county center)
🚗 Transportation Tips: Recommended to rent a car or drive yourself (about 2 hours from Gongliu County)

Ticket Price: 60 RMB
Opening Hours: Year-round, 09:30-20:00

🌲 Must-visit Routes:
1️⃣ Qimengde Viewing Platform
A cloud meadow reachable with a 20-minute hike! The classic composition of snow-capped mountains and spruce forests resembles scenes from the movie "Heidi and Grandpa."

2️⃣ Kabambayi Peak
One of Xinjiang's eight major peaks. From the viewing platform, you can enjoy a triple visual feast of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and valleys.

3️⃣ Sky Meadow
A fairytale world filled with wildflowers from June to August! Hug a newborn lamb and enjoy the sweet, freshly milked cow's milk from the herders.

📸 Best Photo Spots:
✔️ The giant spruce at the corner of the Qimengde boardwalk (with snow-capped mountains in the background)
✔️ Reflection shooting point by the creek (best lighting at 4 PM)

💡 Travel Tips:
▪️ No restaurants inside the scenic area, so remember to bring snacks and water.
▪️ Large temperature differences between morning and evening; thin down jackets and sun hats are essential.
▪️ June to August is the best season, with wildflowers and snow-capped mountains in the same frame.