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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Bole [2025]
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Narat Scenic Spot
4.5
/5
3268 reviews
7.9
From TWD 600
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609995291888
Address: Nalatizhen, Xinyuan, Ili, Xinjiang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
Kazakh nomadic life & horseback riding
Kazakh steppe summer activities
Saved by 218 users2083 positive reviews
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It's snowing in Nalati! ❄️❄️❄️ It's so beautiful! If you're driving in Nalati, you absolutely must have snow tires. No snow tires, no snow tires, no snow tires, no snow tires!!! Even four-wheel drive won't work; you MUST have snow tires.
Nalati, a paradise on earth, has very fresh air. Although autumn is already here, Nalati is still covered in green, quietly waiting for tourists to come and chat. The snow-capped mountains, forests, meadows and lakes are so beautiful that it is fascinating!
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Kalajun National Park
4.6
/5
2834 reviews
7.7
Based on 11 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609997765295
Address: Tekes, Ili, Xinjiang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
360° view of Koksu Canyon
Glass deck overlooks canyon beauty
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The queue was a bit long, but it was conveniently located near the Bagua City. The other grasslands were all too far, and after a few days, we were starting to get a little tired of them. So, I took my friend and chose this closest grassland for a stroll and some photos. We bought tickets to drive in, which was quite convenient.
Friends, if I told you there's a place that can simultaneously package grasslands, forests, snow-capped mountains, and seas of flowers into a giant, three-dimensional painting, it would definitely be Kalajun! As a travel blogger who has explored all of northern and southern Xinjiang, my self-driving experience in Kalajun is absolutely my top choice for "grand and majestic" scenery—it's incredibly impressive!
This isn't just any ordinary meadow; it's a "three-dimensional garden in the sky," handcrafted by nature itself. Driving through it, you're not just getting a tourist attraction, but a whole mobile Windows desktop background!
🌟 My Peak Self-Driving Experience & Must-Have Highlights 🌟
1. The sensual curves of the "human grassland," an art form of light and shadow!
This is absolutely Kalajun's trump card! Along the route from [Flower Terrace] to [Falcon Terrace], you'll see rolling hills with lines so graceful they resemble a woman's body. Under the light and shadow of sunset, their fullness, smoothness, and vibrant beauty are a true geological wonder! This is no ordinary grassland; it's nature's most sensual and curvaceous art, its dynamism impossible for a camera to fully capture.
2. A Three-Tiered Landscape: A Continuous "Wow!" Driving Through!
The most amazing thing about Kalajun is its "three-dimensionality." Your gaze will involuntarily divide into three layers: in the foreground, a colorful carpet of wildflowers; in the middle, a continuous, dark green belt of snow-capped spruce trees; and in the distance, the majestic Tian Shan Mountains, crowned with snow. Driving along the road, these three layers of scenery simultaneously unfold before your eyes, an unparalleled sense of depth, every frame a masterpiece!
3. Hike at Falcon Terrace: Become a "Son of the Tian Shan"!
Park your car at the Falcon Terrace parking lot, and we strongly recommend that you pack light and walk along the boardwalk towards the snow-capped mountains. When you stand on the edge of the cliff, overlooking the magnificent scenery of the entire Kurdai Grand Canyon, a sense of vastness and supreme grandeur will arise spontaneously. This is also the best spot for capturing panoramic views of the snow-capped mountains and canyons – you'll get amazing shots every minute!
🚗 Blogger's Exclusive Practical Tips (A Must-Have!):
• Route Selection: Kalajun is divided into "East Kalajun" and "Koksu Grand Canyon". If you have enough time, I recommend buying the all-area ticket for a more comprehensive view. If you can only choose one, I highly recommend the grassland route – the essence of the experience!
• Golden Time: Go in the afternoon! The soft sunset light is the perfect filter for the "human grassland," amplifying the beauty of the curves to the extreme.
• Clothing Suggestions: Wear white, red, or orange clothing; they will stand out against the green background. Be sure to bring a windproof jacket, as the weather in the mountains is unpredictable.
• Combined Itinerary: After leaving Kalajun, return to Tekes, the "Bagua City," and be sure to visit the night market for some barbecue – experience this magical city without traffic lights.
Concluding remarks:
Kalajun is not the delicate beauty of a young lady; it possesses a domineering, bold, and overwhelmingly powerful magnificence. With its extreme, three-dimensional landscape, it redefines your understanding of the word "grassland."
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Kurdenin Scenic Area
4.4
/5
586 reviews
7.3
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609997758590
Address: Tokkuztara, Ili, Xinjiang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 4–5 hours
Highlights:
Skywalk & mountain meadow views
Hike & enjoy mountain views
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Walking through the snow-capped spruces of Kurdenin, the air is filled with the coolness of the vegetation. A stream sings at the valley floor, and sunlight filters through the dense forest, casting tiny specks of light. Standing high and gazing out into the distance, the endless snow-capped mountains are set against a sea of dark green forest. In that moment, the world becomes tranquil, and time seems to slow down. This untouched, pristine beauty offers the most gentle healing to those who have lived in the city for so long.
The scenery is very beautiful, with alpine grasslands, canyon rivers, and spruce forests. You can drive in and out from Zhonggou and Donggou. The scenic area is very large and it takes a long time to drive by yourself.
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Dushanzi Grand Canyon
4.3
/5
1207 reviews
7.3
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609927258800
Address: 100m East of 250 County Road, Dushanzi District, Karamay City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Spectacular geological folds formed over eons
Billion-year sculpted steep cliffs
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This canyon is indeed spectacular, with a very uniform height, but the mountain's structure is strangely fractured. There's almost no vegetation, and the colors aren't very vibrant. The only downside is that there's no path down; you can only view it from above. Going down and experiencing it firsthand would surely offer a different perspective.
The Dushanzi Grand Canyon is a beautiful sculpture masterpiece forged by the magic of nature. Standing on the south side of the canyon and looking at the cliffs on the opposite side, a picture of a stone forest with hundreds of meters high stone pillars in various shapes and sizes unfolds before your eyes. The slender and tall stone pillars are like a dense forest, making people marvel at the magic of nature. Viewing from multiple angles, it is beautiful and pleasing to the eye.
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Zhaosu Wetland Park Scenic Area
4.3
/5
453 reviews
6.8
From TWD 178
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609996024789
Address: 17 kilometers from 758 County Road, Zhaosu County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Tour 3 wetland stops
Summer "Pegasus River" performance viewing
370 positive reviews
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An underrated tourist attraction. When people mention Zhaosu, many think of Xiatu, but Zhaosu Wetland Park has the Tekes River, Ili horses, and grasslands. You can also see horses bathing in the river and witness Kazakh love stories (girls chasing each other on horseback), etc.!
We all came here to watch the Heavenly Horses Bathing in the River. There seemed to be about a hundred of them running majestically, but the distance they ran was quite short, only six times in total. They were so fast at grabbing sheep that the show was over just as we reached the front of the performance venue.
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Nalati Grassland
4.7
/5
209 reviews
6.6
From TWD 529
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609995291888
Address: Within Xinli County, Yili
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
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The grasslands are vast, and the grass should be greener in May, June, and July, but it's a bit yellow in August. The cost of clothing for filming at the scenic spots is high, but the price/performance ratio is not high. Horseback riding is also available, but the cattle on the grasslands produce a lot of organic fertilizer, so be careful. I recommend Hansai for accommodation. It's straightforward, with a nice courtyard where you can have tea and relax. Overall, it's pretty good.
Natural Landscapes
- Grasslands: Vast, boundless, lush green grass, verdant hues stretching for miles, with birdsong throbbing in the air.
- Sky: Clear, cloudless, high and light, the clouds rolling and unrolling, a jewel-like blue.
- Snow-capped Mountains: Towering, icy peaks and snow-capped ridges, pristine white, soaring into the clouds, rolling and rolling.
- Forests: Lush and verdant, towering ancient trees, blocking out the sun, vast expanses of forest, and the sound of pine waves.
- Rivers: Flowing gently, crystal clear, shimmering, winding, and rippling with emerald green.
Plants and Fauna
- Flowers: A profusion of vibrant colors, vying for beauty, a riot of color, and a dazzling array of blossoms.
- Animals: Herds of cattle and sheep, galloping horses, carefree, free, and full of life.
Cultural and Customs
- Yurts: Dotted across the landscape, staggered and elegant, quaint and unique.
- Herders: Warm and hospitable, talented in singing and dancing, simple and kind, hardworking and brave.
Comprehensive Experiences
- Tranquility and Peace: Silence, tranquility, peace and tranquility, a peaceful and peaceful time.
- Picturesque: Magnificent, poetic, dreamlike, like a fairyland.
- Relaxing and Refreshing: Pleasing to the eyes, refreshing, relaxed, and enlightened.
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Liuxing Street
4.6
/5
79 reviews
6.4
Liuxing Street | >100 km from downtown
Address: 伊宁市江苏路与工人街交叉口西200米
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Diverse cultures & ethnicities experience
1930s German-engineered historic district
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Strolling along Yining's Liuxing Street, sunlight bathes the streets in an exotic atmosphere. Century-old alleys wind like poems, their blue walls and stained glass windows telling the story of time. Uyghur artisans strike bronze instruments, their clinking echoing through time. The aroma of baked buns fills the street corners, and the rhythm of hand drums awakens the dormant bricks and tiles. Every tile here is engraved with a story, and behind every carved wooden door lies a warm smile. The hexagonal streets and alleys, like blooming flowers, quietly embrace diverse cultures.
On Liuxing Street, there are three recommended dry rice. I have eaten it. It is all a popular store. The first is Gulandam ice cream. The decoration is a bit ins style. The ice cream is 9 yuan and 9 yuan, and then the jam can be added casually. Very good, many people. The second is the blue wall lungs. It is the CCTV that has been photographed. I bought a small portion of 8 yuan. If you like to eat lamb, you can also add money to add materials. The third is Wusun Milk Tea House, which is authentic Kazakh milk tea. I think it is a bit unaccustomed to drinking, because it is sweet and salty, but it is also very good to taste once.
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Yili Tianshan Huahai Scenic Area
4.5
/5
244 reviews
6.4
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609998988888
Address: 新疆维吾尔自治区伊犁哈萨克自治州伊宁县G218(伊若线)
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Tianshan's Ili Valley flower sea
Experience seven thrilling rides
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The sea of flowers in Tianshan is a palette kissed by the wind - lavender spreads into purple mist, rapeseed spreads like a golden carpet, and the snow-capped mountains in the distance are the white space that has not dried yet. You can ride a horse in the flower path, watch the shadows of clouds passing over the tips of the flowers, and even the air is soaked with sweetness.
Tianshan Flower Sea is very big. You need to take a battery car to enter the scenic area. There are lavender fields, sunflower fields, etc. Different flowers bloom in different seasons. The sunflowers are the most beautiful in July. After booking the ticket, pick up the ticket at the entrance of the scenic area. It is very convenient
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Zhaosu Yuhu Scenic Area
4.6
/5
143 reviews
6.4
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8613629995000
Address: 新疆维吾尔自治区伊犁哈萨克自治州昭苏县喀夏加尔镇
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
A color-changing lake in the hinterland of the Tianshan glaciers
Experience Xinjiang horse culture with a lakeside ride
132 positive reviews
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Yuhu Lake is surprisingly beautiful, but also relatively secluded, so it's not a busy place for self-driving cars.
Many areas within the scenic area are still under development, which slightly impacts the scenery.
The scenic area's observation deck is a bit small, with only a few cars parked, which can easily lead to traffic.
I heard it is an artificial reservoir, but it is really beautiful. The color of the lake water is different in different locations. The facilities inside are not very complete. After seeing the lake, driving along the road inside is also a scenic line. You can also rest and eat by the lake, which is very comfortable. The car is 100/car and 30 per person. Children are half price and seniors over 65 are free. It is good. If the facilities are more complete, more people will come. The service of the staff is also good.
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Guozigou Bridge
4.8
/5
181 reviews
6.1
83.5 km from downtown
Address: Huocheng County, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Uygur Autonomous Region
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 hour
Highlights:
Spring blooms & breathtaking views
Unique S-shape over rolling hills
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Exit from the south gate of Sailimu Lake and take the county road to enter the first scenic spot of Yili, "Guozigou Bridge". After the driver and guide park, walk down the wooden plank road to enjoy the scenery of Guozigou Bridge from a relatively close distance.
[Scenery]
Looking around, the white cable-stayed Guozigou Bridge spans the entire canyon. On the gray-green rolling mountains in the distance, there are straight spruce trees everywhere, and there are light green lawns in the near distance, plus blue sky and white clouds, colorful and layered.
[Fun]
Although you can walk up and down the wooden plank road smoothly, take photos from different angles. There are also many horseback riding tourists here, enjoying the fun of riding fast or slow. There are also many people walking on the lawn to enjoy the beauty here.
The cost-effectiveness brought by nature is still very high.
The car circled up, and suddenly, the bridge appeared in front of us. The steel skeleton stretched out from between the two mountains, like the arm of a giant, forcibly holding this natural chasm together. The bridge deck was more than 200 meters above the ground, and there was an unfathomable canyon below. Some brave tourists leaned on the railing to look down, and their faces turned a little blue.
The scenery was really good. The surrounding mountains were lush and green, and clouds were floating on the mountainside. The sunlight leaked through the gaps in the clouds, illuminating the canyon with some bright and some dark. Occasionally, a bird flew by, passing through the steel cables, and it seemed extremely small.
Cars came and went on the bridge, and people rolled down the windows, raised their mobile phones, and clicked, and they were considered to have been there.
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