Step into a Fairytale Wonderland—Altay

Hey everyone!! You absolutely must visit Altay at least once! Kanas and Hemu are like real-life fairytale worlds. Every snapshot looks like a stunning oil painting 😭 Here’s a guide to help you fully immerse yourself in this earthly paradise～ 📸 Must-visit photo spots ✅ Hemu Morning Mist Wake up at 6 AM—it’s totally worth it! Climb up to Harden Platform. The morning mist blankets the Tuva village, smoke rises gently from chimneys, and cattle and sheep leisurely cross wooden bridges. It’s breathtakingly beautiful!! ✅ Kanas Three Bays Fairy Bay’s morning mist, Moon Bay’s S-shaped curve, and Dragon Bay’s little dinosaur shape— each bay has its own unique charm! Highly recommend hiking! Take photos as you walk; your eyes and camera will be working overtime. ✅ Hemu Birch Forest Golden hues in September and October, sunlight filters through the leaves creating dappled light. Wear a white dress for photos—the vibe is absolutely magical! ✅ Kanas Lake Fish Viewing Platform Climbing all 1,068 steps is totally worth it! You’ll get a bird’s-eye view of the entire Kanas Lake. On sunny days, the lake turns a blue-green color—it’s incredibly soothing～ 🚗 Transportation Guide ✈️ Fly to Altay Airport or Kanas Airport. 🚗 Then rent a car or join a carpool to the scenic area (about 2-3 hours). Within the scenic area: Take the shuttle bus to Hemu village; take the large bus to various Kanas attractions. 🏠 Accommodation Recommendations ✅ Hemu Village: Stay in a wooden cabin homestay. Wake up to views of snowy mountains and forests, and enjoy stargazing at night. ✅ Kanas: Stay in Jiadengyu or a homestay within the scenic area. It’s super convenient for early morning visits to the Three Bays! 🍜 Food Recommendations 🍲 Xinjiang-style Big Plate Chicken, Pepper Chicken, Lamb Soup with Noodles. 🌯 Baursak with milk tea, freshly grilled lamb skewers. Don’t miss Hemu’s blueberry jam! Its sweet and tangy flavor is super refreshing～ ⚠️ Travel Tips 1️⃣ Huge temperature differences between day and night! Don’t forget a thick jacket and sunscreen. 2️⃣ Weak signal in the scenic area—download offline maps in advance. 3️⃣ During peak season (June to October), book accommodations early! 4️⃣ Protect the environment! Remember to take your trash with you～ Every frame here looks like a movie scene. You’ll truly find it hard to leave 😭 Promise me, you’ll come and see this earthly paradise with your own eyes!