The Ahe Highway, the pinnacle of North Xinjiang road trips, is now open! 🚗

🎈Stretching approximately 209 kilometers from Last Township in Altay City in the south to Hemu Township in Burqin County in the north, this highway took four years to complete and has finally opened to traffic! The journey from Altay City to Hemu is now shortened to just 5 hours, making travel incredibly convenient. Driving along this route is like embarking on a grand tour of North Xinjiang's breathtaking landscapes 🎇—mountains, forests, wetlands, canyons, and grasslands unfold before your eyes like a series of stunning paintings. The highway connects multiple natural attractions, including the Xiaodonggou Forest Park, Wuxilike Wetland, Yekaxia Wild Snow Park, Tongba Enchanted Forest, Tuolehaite Grand Prairie, and Hemu Village, allowing you to experience the majestic beauty of the Altay Mountains in just one day. 🚗Recommended self-driving route: Last Ticket Station (starting point) ➡ Xiaodonggou Scenic Platform, where dense forests and fresh air make it a perfect spot to rejuvenate; ➡ Wuxilike Scenic Platform, offering unique wetland views and a chance to spot rare birds; ➡ Yekaxia Camp, where wildflowers bloom in summer, creating a picturesque scene; ➡ Tongba Forest, where the mystery of the primeval forest surrounds you; ➡ Tuolehaite Grand Prairie, a vast grassland that lifts the spirit; ➡ Yilieke Stone Forest, with its awe-inspiring rock formations shaped by nature; ➡ Foguang Pavilion, a place of tranquility and sacredness; ➡ Sea of Clouds Scenic Platform, where you might witness dreamlike cloudscapes; ➡ Hemu Mountain Villa, your final destination brimming with local charm. 📌Tips: The entire route spans 209 kilometers and takes about 5 hours to drive. Adjust your pace according to your stamina and schedule to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. The best time to visit is autumn (September to November), when the weather is pleasant, the scenery is at its most vibrant, and the forests are ablaze with fall colors—a perfect season for a road trip 🍁. Add the Ahe Highway to your road trip bucket list and set off to discover the unparalleled beauty of North Xinjiang!