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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Wensu [2025]
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Kalajun National Park
4.6
/5
2745 reviews
7.8
From BRL 104.95
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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In autumn, the Kalajun Grassland boasts snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deep forests, and cattle and sheep grazing on the hillsides. We drove up the mountain this morning, and the scenery along the winding road caught our eye: the yellow grass, shrouded in a hint of white frost, was truly delightful. We hiked 8 kilometers from the Flower Terrace to the Falcon Valley, following a path once trodden by cattle and horses. Autumn is worth visiting.
This is a wonderful grassland, just like a computer desktop, with flowers everywhere. It is so beautiful that it cannot be described in words. In comparison, the Grand Canyon seems very ordinary.
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Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon
4.6
/5
2095 reviews
7.4
From BRL 29.99
Based on 13 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609977798838
Address: Mountainous area north of No. 1025, 217 National Road, Kuqa County, Aksu, 64 kilometers north of Kuqa County
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Fiery red mountains & unique valley
Canyon adventure through red mountains
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The scenery of the scenic spot is quite good, and it is worth a visit for taking photos. You can take a sightseeing bus, ride a camel, or walk. I think it is a good idea to take a sightseeing bus.
The Tianshan Grand Canyon, renowned for its magnificent natural scenery, attracts countless visitors. The canyon's peculiar peaks and rocks showcase the wonders of nature. The unique Danxia landforms create a breathtaking spectacle. Hiking through the canyon offers a chance to fully experience the charm of nature. The immersive experience is like stepping into a magnificent painting.
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King Palace In Kuqa
4.1
/5
1498 reviews
7.0
Based on 11 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609977210013
Address: Kuqa, Aksu, Xinjiang, China, 842000
Recommended sightseeing time: 2 hours
Highlights:
40,000 sq ft with exhibits
Qing-era Uyghur prince's residence
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Kuqa B&B is very unique. The opening ceremony was pretty good. I also saw the princess and took a photo with her for 30 yuan. There was also a princess who was the grandchild of the prince's younger brother. The palace is still worth a visit.
The Kuche Palace was originally built in 1759. Only fragments remained of the original site in the early 20th century. In 2004, the Kuche County government invested 13 million yuan in a reconstruction, which opened on March 26, 2006. The rebuilt palace covers an area of approximately 40,000 to 50,000 square meters. The architecture blends Central Plains palaces with Islamic styles, with vibrant interiors, gardens, and green spaces. It's well worth a visit and exploration.
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Zhaosu Wetland Park Scenic Area
4.3
/5
426 reviews
6.8
From BRL 29.99
>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
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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.
It's very nice. After watching the Tianma Bathing in the River performance, you can go to the Tianma Cultural Park through the Rainbow Bridge. The scenery along the way is beautiful, and you can also watch equestrian performances and various famous horses for free, which is worth the ticket price.
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Qiaxi Forest Park
4.4
/5
203 reviews
6.8
From BRL 833.59
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609995626850
Address: Jiergelang Township, Gongliu County, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Experience Kazakh yurt life together
Panoramic snow-capped mountain views
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A base for those who pull onions from dry land. 🤭
It's off-season now, so there aren't many people around. The horseback riding lasted a long time, two hours straight. My butt was sore from sitting, but it was such a joy.
The natural scenery is quite nice, with beautiful views of forests, streams, and grasslands—everything you could imagine. You can ride horseback and sightseeing buses, and it's not too tiring. The entrance fee is also quite reasonable. Drive to the ticket gate and then continue a bit further into the mountains to the parking lot.
Near the parking lot, there are a lot of loudspeaker ads advertising promotions for filming "grazing onions" (likely referring to a game) in the dry land, which makes it a bit cluttered, but it's not bad at all.
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Daolang Tribe
4.4
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238 reviews
6.4
From BRL 33.74
57.3 km from downtown
Phone +8609976716777
Address: Yumandiankou, Awati County, Aksu City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Experience national intangible cultural heritage
Unique & spectacular ancient forest
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A place very close to Aksu, the scenic area is very large, you can rent bicycles and electric vehicles. There are also places to ride horses and camels in the park. Walking down a street and two exhibition halls, I learned about the origins of the Daolang people. If you have the opportunity to come to Aksu, you must go to learn about it. "Daolang Tribe Ancient Village" #Self-driving tour route recommendation #Follow Gaode to travel #Travel avoidance guide
I rented a four-seater electric car for 120 for two hours and a deposit of 200. The deposit refund app kept spinning. At around 2pm, the staff was not there. I called and was told that the staff had gone to eat. There was only one staff member. Finally, the staff member came and used his work notebook to refund the deposit. Several people who wanted to rent a car were unable to do so. The staff's attitude was also very bad.
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Zhaosu Yuhu Scenic Area
4.6
/5
129 reviews
6.4
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8613629995000
Address: 伊犁哈萨克自治州昭苏县
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
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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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Kuche Temple
4.2
/5
377 reviews
6.2
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609977688145
Address: Pahatabazza Road, Kuqa County, Aksu Region
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Second largest mosque & center
Dome 50.8 ft shows Western architecture
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The Kuche Grand Mosque has a history of more than 500 years and can be said to be a real national treasure. The columns of the Grand Mosque are carved from thousand-year-old poplar trees. The minaret of the Kuche Grand Mosque is magnificent, and the stairs of the minaret are also made of poplar trees, but tourists are no longer allowed to climb. The Kuche Grand Mosque also has the only preserved religious court. The Kuche Grand Mosque is a must-see attraction when visiting Kuche.
Kuche Grand Mosque is located in Kuche City, Xinjiang. It is a famous Chinese Islamic mosque and the second largest mosque in Xinjiang. It was built in the 16th century and combines the architectural styles of the Central Plains and Islam. The mosque has a prayer hall that can accommodate 3,000 people, as well as the only well-preserved religious court site in Xinjiang. It is a national key cultural relic protection unit and is well worth visiting.
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Eight-Diagram City
4.3
/5
161 reviews
6.0
>100 km from downtown
Address: Tekes, Ili, Xinjiang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Majestic mountains & valleys surround
Unique traffic system without lights
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Baguacheng is well worth a visit. Riding an electric donkey in the nighttime breeze was so relaxing. We had the breakfast recommended by the B&B owner, but unfortunately, we arrived late and missed out on the delicious pancakes. However, the owner ordered all the street food for us: delicious lamb skewers, dumplings, cold noodles, pepper chicken, and sauerkraut noodles... He even made milk tea for us. I wasn't used to it, but it was so touching. Afterward, we checked out at every shop and even had crayfish. Hahaha. I ate so many skewers and big plate chicken that I thought crayfish was even better.
🔴Xiwei Fast Food Restaurant. Xibe flatbread is a Xibe specialty, only found in Yili. Freshly made white pancakes are served with cauliflower, chive chili sauce, milk tea, and a delicious jerk.
🔴Ruyan Farmhouse Courtyard👍🏻 This Hui-style stir-fry restaurant is also quite good. The spicy pork and Kazakh potato chips are excellent.
🔴 Ma Bai Kailai's lamb chops and sliced pork slices are a Xinjiang specialty, and Dingjia Private Kitchen is also quite good, a Xinjiang specialty.
🔴The next morning, I went to Apa's milk tea house and had baolsak. It's delicious, with jam or cheese. It's absolutely delicious. I also had a lot of noodles, but they were still very tasty.
🔴Recommended things to do in the county town:
1. Li Street, a street with ethnic minority characteristics, perfect for taking photos and pictures. There's Gulai Dam ice cream there that you must try. It's open day or night, free of charge.
2. Tai Chi Altar, similar to the Tekes Museum, learn about the city's history and I Ching culture. You can see the eight streets of the Bagua City. Admission is 20 yuan per person, and it's open day or night.
3. The City That Never Sleeps, with ethnic minority song and dance performances, bonfires, mermaids, and more, is perfect for evenings. Free of charge.
4. The I Ching Cultural Park, where you can learn about I Ching culture, the Eight Trigrams, and other things. There's a fee, about 20 yuan per person, so it's best to go during the day.
5. The Tai Chi Eye Ferris Wheel, perfect for nighttime viewing. At night, you can visit Tai Chi Altar, the City That Never Sleeps, and another great place to check out: the Apa Grand Bazaar.
Tekes Bagua City, the most "Bagua" city in China. I never expected that there would be such a city with strong Taoist elements in Yili, Xinjiang, outside the Great Wall. Its layout is like a huge Bagua formation. There are no traffic lights in the main urban area. The streets are like a maze, and Bagua elements are everywhere. Karajun of the world is Bagua City of China. This place was once the Wusun tribe in the Han Dynasty, the Western Liao Dynasty in the Song Dynasty, and the Yili General's Mansion in the Qing Dynasty. A Bagua City opening ceremony and a song "Tekes Welcome You" raised the enthusiasm for tourism to the highest point.
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Qiongkushitai Village
4.7
/5
123 reviews
5.8
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8618099412818
Address: Qiongkushitaicun, Tekes, Ili, Xinjiang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Kazakh village & wooden architecture
Kazakh village on Tianshan slopes
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Change a way to experience life: poor mobile phone signal, (put down the mobile phone), live in a cabin or a boudoir, bow the body in the morning, look at the door, your own lawn, you can go as far as you want to go!
It takes an hour to get into the fairyland in the mountains. There are herds of cattle and sheep, green mountains, and birds flying. It's like a paradise. Slow down your pace, calm your mind, ride a horse and take a look. It's pretty good.
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