Duku Highway Self-Driving Guide|A Stunning Journey Honoring Heroes

Boundless beauty of Duku Highway, a must-check-in breathtaking self-driving route in a lifetime!✨

📍Route Overview:
Duku Highway starts from Dushanzi in northern Xinjiang and ends in Kuqa in the south, stretching 561 kilometers. It crosses the Tianshan Mountains from north to south and is known as one of "China's Most Beautiful Highways." This place is not only a paradise for photography enthusiasts but also a dream route for self-driving lovers!

🌟 Highlights Along the Way:
- Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan
- Bayinbuluke Grassland
- Nalati Grassland
- Snow-capped Peaks of Tianshan
- Kalajun Grassland

🙏 Tribute to Heroes:
Duku Highway was built from 1974 to 1984, taking 10 years to complete. 168 road-building heroes rest here forever. The magnificent scenery today was hard-won; let us always remember the sacrifice and dedication of these unsung heroes!

📌 Practical Information:
1️⃣ Best travel time: June to September
2️⃣ Altitude along the route: up to 3,400 meters, beware of altitude sickness
3️⃣ Gas stations: 4 main gas stations along the way
4️⃣ Safety tips: Vehicles with fewer than 7 seats allowed, watch out for snowy road sections

✨ Self-Driving Tips:
▫️ Prepare for both sunny and rainy weather
▫️ Bring enough food and water
▫️ Download offline maps
▫️ Traveling in groups is safer

Every mountain and river here tells the story of those years. Let us embark on this soul-stirring journey with a grateful heart!❤️

Post by ERIKA FRANCIS | Oct 17, 2025

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