Scenic spot introduction:
The Kumtag Desert is the third largest desert in my country and the only desert in the world connected to a city. It is known as the "desert in the city".Attractions distribution:
Kumtag Desert Park is located on the eastern edge of the Turpan Basin in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, south of Shanshan County. It consists of artificial gardens and natural sand mountain scenery. It has two worlds, the mountain and the mountain. It is a place integrating scientific research, inspection, exploration, and sand sports It is a scenic spot integrating sand therapy, health care and desert sightseeing.Scenic spot qualifications:
National 4A-level scenic spotScenic spot features:
Sightseeing, vacation, entertainment, desertAttraction Address
Travel Guide
Travel Notes of Travellers:
- Travel guide: Ten-day travel guide for Northern Xinjiang in 2018
travelling guideline:
When visiting the bazaar in the city or going to the suburbs, you can hail a donkey cart, which the locals call "donkey taxi". Negotiate the price in advance, sit on it, listen to the sound of hooves, and see Turpan at a leisurely pace. The style feels good.
Best time to visit:
July, August and September
Shopping recommendations:
Shanshan cantaloupe, fragrant pears, Ququ, Xinjiang safflower, grapes, wine and Turpan flower hat crafts.
Tourist Transportation
Scenic spot location:
China>Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region>Turpan City>Shanshan County
How to get there:
The Desert Park is located near Shanshan County. You can see it in Shanshan. Take bus No. 1 in the county to the terminal.
Scenic area map:
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Attraction Tickets
Kumtag Desert ticket price:
30 yuan/person
Camel riding: 100 yuan/person
Scenic area opening hours:
09:30—20:00
