Scenic spot introduction:
The Nongwu Division Strange Stone Valley Scenic Area is one of the largest groups of strange rocks in northwest my country. The rocks in the scenic area are exposed and the rocks are rugged. The outstanding creativity of nature has created a unique and magical world, attracting a large number of Chinese and foreign tourists. Come and enjoy the wonders.Attractions distribution:
The Strange Stone Valley Scenic Area of the Fifth Agricultural Division is located in the northern mountainous area of Alatau, Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang. "Alatau" means "various colors of flowers" in ancient Turkic language. It climbs from the foot of the mountain to the top of the mountain. There are different varieties of flowers, plants and trees, allowing people to enjoy the scenery of the four seasons in one day.The Qishiyu Scenic Area has a total area of 230 square kilometers, with an altitude between 780-1350 meters. The scenic area is cut by more than a dozen north-south and east-west mountain springs and streams. An east-west stream is the main tourist route. Along the way, you can Geological wonders include elephants feeding, tengu looking at the moon, camels striding, stone monkeys and their children, the Sphinx, peacocks spreading their tails, stone pavilions, Buddha caves and other geological wonders.
Scenic spot qualifications:
National 4A-level scenic spots, provincial scenic spotsScenic spot features:
Photography, hiking, sightseeing, vacation, rock climbing, monuments, mountains, rockstravelling guideline:
Every summer and autumn, the Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture holds the Naadam Grassland Festival, which is a traditional festival for the Mongolian people. During the Grassland Festival, ethnic minorities on the grassland dress up in costumes and gather from all directions on horseback and vehicles to participate in and watch horse racing, wrestling, archery, equestrian and other sports competitions. Mongolian and Kazakh herders often choose this auspicious day to hold weddings.
Best time to visit:
The best time to travel is summer and autumn.
Shopping recommendations:
Pottery, jade, musical instruments, Uyghur folk printed cloth, Uyghur flower hats, Ronghai melon seeds, Bortala wolfberry, red grapes, etc.
Scenic spot location:
China>Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region>Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture>Bole City
How to get there:
Qishiyu Scenic Area is located in Kapu Mugayi Valley, about 48 kilometers northeast of Bole City, Xinjiang. The road to Qishi Valley is very difficult, so you need to charter a car to get there. You can rent a car from Bole City Passenger Transport Station. Since you have to walk on a mountainous road, it is best to choose a jeep.
Scenic area map:
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Ticket prices for Qishiyu:
Tickets: Adult tickets are 38 yuan (excluding section east), 48 yuan (including section east).
Ticket description:
①Children’s tickets: Full ticket for those over 1.2 meters tall, free for those under 1.2 meters tall; Buy a senior citizen ID card for half the price.
Scenic area opening hours:
Open all day.
