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🌄 Top 5 Must-Visit Attractions (Including Hidden Experiences) 1. Sky Grassland (Core Scenic Area) 📍High mountain meadow at 1,800-3,000 meters elevation 🐎Must-try experience: Horseback riding through flower fields (80 yuan/hour) 📸Best photo spot: Walk 15 minutes from the nomadic family station toward the snow mountains 🌸Seasonal highlight: Wild flowers bloom in June-July 2. Valley Grassland (Photography Paradise) 🌊Popular spot: Tawusani Stream reflections ✅Special activity: Kazakh Kokpar performances daily at 11:00/17:00 🚶‍♂️Hiking route: Forest Park → Wuoertajiata (5 km wooden plank path) 3. Snow Lotus Valley (Close encounter with snow mountains) ❄️Touch glaciers even in summer (shuttle bus required) 💡Hidden experience: Search for wild snow lotus near the snow line ⚠️Note: Elevation 3,000 meters, bring oxygen bottles 4. Heavenly Platform (Panoramic viewpoint) 🌅Best spot for sunrise and sea of clouds 📡Unique sight: Giant radar station on the grassland 🚌Transportation: Get off at the third stop of the shuttle bus 5. Panlong Ancient Road (Self-driving highlight) 🚗12 km of continuous hairpin turns 🦅Common wildlife: Golden eagles, marmots 🕒Best time: Evening light is softest 🍖 Special Food Map 🍢 Kazakh Flavors: 1. Grassland Roasted Whole Lamb 🏠Recommendation: "Shepherd's Home" in Nalati Town 💰Average cost: 150 yuan (reservation required 3 hours in advance) 🍶Pairing: Kumiss (beware of the aftereffect) 2. Naren (Traditional hand-pulled noodles with meat) 🍜Must-try: Belt noodles + original lamb broth 🌶️Hidden tip: Add onions and chili sauce 3. Baursak + Milk Tea 🕒Best time: Breakfast 🏡Experience: Freshly fried dough at a herder's home 🍽️ Chinese Cuisine Recommendations: Western Regions Restaurant (Nalati Town) 🥘Signature dish: Big plate chicken with naan bread 🌿Bonus: Lavender field in the backyard Sichuan-Xinjiang Restaurant (next to the parking lot) 🌶️Must-have comfort food: Boiled beef in chili oil 🥬Seasonal wild vegetables: Stir-fried wild leeks with eggs 🏕️ Accommodation Recommendations (3 types of experiences) 🌌 Grassland Stargazing Rooms: 1. Nalati Hidden Grass Cottage B&B ✨Feature: Panoramic glass room for viewing the Milky Way 🛁Facilities: Floor heating + stargazing telescope 💰Price: 800-1,200 yuan/night 2. Kazakh Yurt Experience 🏕️Recommendation: Inside the Nomadic Family Scenic Area 🔥Includes: Bonfire party + breakfast 💰Price: 300-500 yuan/yurt (accommodates 4-6 people)👭 🏨 Comfortable Hotels: Nalati Tourism Hotel ✅Advantage: Official hotel of the scenic area 🚌Free shuttle to the visitor center 💰Price: 400-600 yuan/night Western Regions Resort 🌿Feature: Garden-style courtyard 🍴Includes special ethnic song and dance dinner 💰Price: 500-800 yuan/night 🚐 RV Campsite: Nalati International RV Campground 🚍Facilities: Water and electricity hookups + public bathrooms 🌄Location: Facing the snow mountains 💰Price: 600-900 yuan/vehicle 🚗 Complete Transportation Guide ✈️ Long-distance Transportation: Nearest airport: Nalati Airport (60 km from scenic area) 🚕Airport shared ride: 50 yuan/person 🚌Airport shuttle: 3 departures daily (25 yuan) From Urumqi: 🚗Self-driving: Lianhuo Expressway + Duku Highway (8 hours) 🚄High-speed rail: Urumqi → Yining → shared ride (6 hours) 🚍 Scenic Area Transportation: Shuttle bus routes: 🚌Sky Grassland line: 💰40 yuan/person (must-ride)👭 🚎Valley Grassland line: 💰24 yuan/person 🚐Snow Lotus Valley special line: 💰60 yuan/person 🚗Self-driving tips: ✅Vehicles allowed (300 yuan/car) ⚠️Speed limit 40 km/h (frequent cattle and sheep crossings) ✈️ Long-distance Transportation: Nearest airport: Nalati Airport (60 km from scenic area) 🚕Airport shared ride: 50 yuan/person 🚌Airport shuttle: 3 departures daily (25 yuan) From Urumqi: 🚗Self-driving: Lianhuo Expressway + Duku Highway (8 hours) 🚄High-speed rail: Urumqi → Yining → shared ride (6 hours) 🚲 Special Transportation: Electric vehicle rental: 💰80 yuan/hour (limited to Valley Grassland) Horse carriage tour: 💰50 yuan/loop (suitable for families) ⚠️ Important Notes 🧳 Essential items: 1. Sun protection trio: Sunglasses + hat + SPF50+ sunscreen 2. Day-night temperature difference gear: Light down jacket + short-sleeve combination 3. Mosquito repellent (grassland mosquitoes are fierce) 📌 Useful tips: 🎫Entrance fee: 95 yuan (valid for 48 hours) 🕒Best season: June-September (avoid rainy season in August) 🚫No-fly zone: Drones need to be registered in advance ✅️💡 Hidden benefits: Free shuttle bus fee for entry before 8 AM Half-price tickets with student ID Collect stamps from 3 scenic spots to exchange for kumiss 📅 Itinerary Suggestions One-day highlights tour: Visitor Center → Sky Grassland → Nomadic Family lunch → Snow Lotus Valley → Heavenly Platform sunset Two-day in-depth tour: ✅️Day 1: Valley Grassland hiking + Kazakh home visit ✅️Day 2: Self-driving on Panlong Ancient Road + stargazing photography ✅️Photography route: ⏰️05:30 Heavenly Platform sunrise → 09:00 Sky Grassland → 16:00 Valley light and shadow → 22:00 Milky Way photography