Bayanbulak Castle Party Night! The Ultimate Weekend Micro-Getaway

Just back from the grasslands with my girl squad! Unlock this divine experience: "Smart Castle + Bonfire Dance Party + Nine-Twist Sunset" – working folks, just go for it this weekend!

🏠 Stay in a Smart Castle on the Grasslands for an Epic Private Party!
■ Donggui Pavilion · A Tech Lover’s Dream
Smart toilet 🚽, voice-controlled Xiaodu, latex mattress 🛏️ + functional pillows to cure "strange-bed syndrome," private screen casting 🎥 for concert livestreams, and chit-chat 💬 instantly turns into a private KTV!
■ Grassland Pavilion · Perfect for Families/Couples
40㎡ single-floor ultra-quiet space! Triple-separate bathroom so three people can get ready without fighting. Push the door 🚪 to instantly capture the snowy mountain 🏔️ sunset 🌇. Lounge in bed chatting about life ☯️ till dawn – soundproofed so you won’t disturb the neighbors!

💝 Castle-Exclusive Experiences · The Soul of the Grasslands Awakens at Night
1️⃣ Bonfire Ritual Night (Free!)
22:30 Herders arrive with Tobshur lutes 🎹 and songs 🎶. Dance around the leaping flames 🔥 and learn the Sawurden dance 💃🏻, feeling like you’ve traveled back to an ancient Wulat tribe night (canceled in rain 🌧️, check before going).
2️⃣ Canopy Whispers
Set up a starry sky 🌃 lounge on the lawn 🌿 with your own canopy. Brew salty milk tea 🧋, pair it with Xinjiang naan 🫓, and watch the Big Dipper ⭐ hover over the grass. Set your camera 📷 to a 30-second exposure to capture star trails and the castle’s silhouette.
3️⃣ Mongolian Costume Photoshoot
Rent a silver-buttoned Mongolian robe 👘 (opt for royal blue or bright red) and pose against the castle’s stone walls. Let the wind 🌪️ lift your skirt for the shot – the secret to high likes is capturing wild, dynamic beauty.

🚗 Self-Drive Privileges · 5 Minutes to the Heart of the Grasslands
■ Geographic Perk
Just 800m walk 🚶🏻‍♂️ to the scenic area entrance, bypassing the 3km tourist center traffic jam 🐉. Castle guests get exclusive access to the tranquil grasslands after 21:00, watching the Nine-Twist River turn gold-red at dusk.
■ Access Guide
¥127/person includes entry 🎫 + self-drive permit (7-seat max 🚌), straight to the core viewing route!
⚠️ Must-Know Tips:
Nine-Twist River requires a shuttle 🛺 (¥18 round-trip), last ride at 22:30.
Bring sugar-free bread for swan 🦢 feeding at Swan Lake. Drones are banned – check signs at the entrance.

🎏 Two-Day Slow Travel Itinerary · Live Life Like a Grassland Epic
Day 1 · Pastoral Harmony
15:00 🕒 Check into the castle → 16:30 🕟 Chat with mute swans at Swan Lake → 19:00 🕖 Snag front-row seats for the Nine-Twist sunset → 22:30 🕥 Bonfire Ritual Night → 23:00 🕚 Stargaze ⭐ under the canopy with self-heating hotpot 🍲
Day 2 · Cultural Pilgrimage
9:00 🕘 Freshly pulled beef noodles 🍜 + butter tea 🧋 → 10:00 🕙 Pray at Barun Kure Temple’s prayer wheels → 12:00 🕛 Check out after a creative castle photoshoot 📸