Tarim Poplar Forest

Ah! Can you believe there are still people who haven’t been to such a stunning autumn scenery?! 😱 If you’re scrolling through this note, listen to me—hurry up and plan your first trip this fall! ✨

🎫 Basic Information:

📍 Address: North side of the People's Government of Lunnan Town, Luntai County, Bayingolin Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang (super easy to find with navigation)

⏰ Opening Hours: Open year-round 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM (best lighting from 3 to 5 PM)

💰 Ticket Price: 38.9 RMB! Great value! (does not include shuttle bus)

🚗 Travel Tips:

✅ Choose between self-driving or the scenic area shuttle bus! (perfect for the lazy)
✅ 4 km deep walking tour route (a paradise for photos 📸)
✅ Take a boat to see the beautiful reflection of the poplars in the lake (bring a wide-angle lens~)
✅ Small train ride deep into the poplar forest (feel like you’re in a fairy tale 🚂)
✅ Off-road terrain vehicle is super thrilling! (a favorite for guys)
✅ Horse and camel riding to experience the desert poplars (full Western vibe 🐫)

🍴 Food Recommendations:
The park offers authentic Xinjiang specialties! Big plate chicken, hand-pulled rice, grilled lamb skewers... (a food lover’s paradise 😋)

📸 Photo Tips:
▪️ Recommended to visit after rain! The poplar forest looks like an oil painting on rainy days
▪️ The railway in the forest is so atmospheric! Every shot looks great
▪️ Wearing red or white clothes makes your photos pop even more~

Post by GraceHolmes11 | Oct 23, 2025