The Stunning Kanas
by PETER GILL
Oct 20, 2025
Dali, Yunnan — The autumn romance of wind, flowers, snow, and moon
- Climate: Temperature 15 - 25℃, gentle breeze, comfortable and pleasant.
- Must-visit spots: Rent a small electric scooter to circle Erhai Lake, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and swaying reeds; stroll through Dali Ancient Town to feel the charm of cobblestone streets and ancient buildings.
- Food recommendations: Tender wild mushroom hotpot, sweet and sour preserved plums, and fragrant erkuai rice cakes, every bite tastes like Dali.
- Accommodation: Cost-effective homestays inside the ancient town, around 150 yuan for a room with a small courtyard; book in advance to choose your preferred room type.
Jiuzhaigou, Sichuan — A colorful fairy tale world
- Climate: October temperature 2 - 12℃, chilly in the morning and evening, bring a thick jacket.
- Must-visit spots: In October, Jiuzhaigou’s colorful forests reflect in the clear waters, the Pearl Shoal Waterfall is magnificent, and Mirror Lake reflects the mountains and colorful forests, breathtakingly beautiful.
- Food recommendations: Try the local yak meat, firm in texture, and the barley cakes with rich wheat aroma, both are must-try delicacies.
- Accommodation: Many hotels at the entrance of Jiuzhaigou, within walking distance to the scenic area, convenient for travel.
Wuyuan, Jiangxi — A poetic painting of ancient villages drying autumn harvests
- Climate: September to November temperature 10 - 22℃, crisp autumn air, perfect for strolling ancient villages.
- Must-visit spots: The maple leaves and Huizhou-style architecture intertwine in Shicheng; Huangling’s autumn drying folk customs are lively, with colorful crops covering rooftops, full of life.
- Food recommendations: Soft and glutinous steamed rice cakes, tender red carp with rich soup, unforgettable flavors.
- Accommodation: Choose homestays inside the ancient villages to experience authentic rural charm.
Kanas, Xinjiang — Fairy-tale autumn scenery in northern Xinjiang
- Climate: September to October temperature 5 - 15℃, large temperature difference between day and night, keep warm.
- Must-visit spots: The mysterious and beautiful Kanas Lake changes color with the light; early morning mist envelops Hemu Village, wooden houses appear and disappear like a dream world.
- Food recommendations: Hand-grabbed rice, roasted buns, and other delicacies let you experience rich ethnic minority flavors.
- Accommodation: Wooden cabin homestays inside the scenic area offer close contact with natural beauty; Jiadenyu hotels have relatively complete facilities.
Dear travelers, take advantage of this beautiful autumn scenery and pack your bags to set off! Remember to like and save💕
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