Let's lie down together in the autumn of Xinjiang

Mid to late October is truly the most beautiful season to enjoy autumn in Xinjiang.
Around Urumqi, there is a stunning and free 🆓 golden birch forest.
No need to go to southern Xinjiang.
You can experience a super beautiful off-the-beaten-path trip by self-driving.
It takes about 1 hour to drive from the city.
The light in the afternoon around 2 or 3 PM is especially good for taking photos 📷.
It’s very soft and there’s no haze.
October outfit 🧥
1⃣️ Because the temperature drops a lot, sweatshirts, trench coats, and sweaters are more suitable for October weather.
2⃣️ The endless birch forest,
paired with low-saturation colors or Maillard tones, makes for great photos.
If you want to camp ⛺️, you can bring your own gear. There are many open spaces nearby, and a sunny autumn picnic is also very nice 😌.

Post by Alden Oberbrunner | Oct 24, 2025