Tianshan Grand Canyon (Banfanggou)
National 5A scenic area, a highlight stretch of the snow-ridge spruce valleys on the northern slope of the Tianshan
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 09:00-19:00
- Ticket
- CNY 75
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
National 5A scenic area, a highlight stretch of the snow-ridge spruce valleys on the northern slope of the Tianshan. The Jiasidaban river valley is lush with water and grass; Swan Lake mirrors the snow peaks, and dense snow-ridge spruce forests shade the sky—hence its reputation as the 'Pearl of the Tianshan'. Boardwalks combined with shuttle buses suit light hiking; summer offers a cool retreat and winter brings snowscapes, making it the top nature route around Urumqi.
Getting there: Self-drive from Urumqi (approx. 50km)
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