Hemu birch forest

After crossing the Hemu Bridge, you will arrive at the most famous birch forest in Hemu. All the birch trees here grow wild.
In the golden autumn season, all the wild birch forests turn into "gold", and it is absolutely shocking because it is everywhere in the mountains!
When the yellow leaves fall, walk into the woods, and the world where white and yellow blend together will make you feel like you are in a fairyland.

Attractions Location: In Hemu Village (Hemu Scenic Area), Hemuhanasi Mongolian Township, Burqin County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

Tickets:
Included in Hemu Village ticket
Hemu Village ticket price: 60 yuan/person, village maintenance fee: 20 yuan/person

Opening hours:
All day (Monday to Sunday, January 1st to December 31st)

Transportation:
The birch forest is right next to the Hemu Bridge, which is an important passage connecting Hemu Village to the outside world and the only way to enter the village.

Time reference: 1-3 hours


Recommended itinerary for Hemu birch forest tours

1-Day Itinerary: Hemu Birch Forest Exploration

Spend a day wandering through the stunning birch forests of Hemu Village, one of Xinjiang’s most picturesque alpine settlements, known for its golden autumn colors and crystal-clear streams.

  • Morning: From Burqin County or Jiadengyu, take a taxi or arrange a private car to Hemu Village (approx. 1.5 hours, 70 km).
  • Late morning to afternoon: Explore Hemu birch forests on foot, enjoy photo spots, and walk along the river.
  • Late afternoon: Visit Hemu Wooden Chapel and the village square.
  • Evening: Return to Burqin or nearby accommodations.

Accommodation/Food: Day trip only or stay at local guesthouses or wooden cabins in Hemu. Try trout dishes, homemade yogurt, and traditional Kazakh bread.

Souvenirs: Hand-carved wooden crafts, local honey, natural herbal teas.


2-Day Itinerary: Hemu Birch Forest and Kanas Lake

This itinerary combines the beauty of Hemu’s birch forests with a visit to the renowned Kanas Lake nearby, ideal for nature lovers and photographers.

  • Day 1: Travel from Burqin to Hemu Village (1.5 hours). Explore the birch forest and village; overnight stay in Hemu cabin.
  • Day 2: Early morning drive to Kanas Lake (~1 hour), visit lake’s bays and the Fish Watching Platform. Return to Burqin or Jiadengyu in the evening.

Accommodation/Food: Stay in wooden cabins in Hemu or guesthouses near Kanas. Dine on fresh trout, roasted lamb, and milk tea.

Souvenirs: Birch bark utensils, Kanas lake postcards, Kazakh felt hats.


3-Day Itinerary: Hemu Birch Forest, Kanas Lake & Baihaba Village

Explore Hemu’s forests, the Kanas scenic area, and the peaceful Baihaba village on this scenic three-day trip.

  • Day 1: Arrive at Hemu Village, birch forest hike and village tour.
  • Day 2: Morning at Kanas Lake (Fish Watching Platform, Moon Bay); overnight near Kanas.
  • Day 3: Visit Baihaba Village (~30 min from Kanas), explore its natural beauty, return to Burqin.

Accommodation/Food: Stay in Hemu, Kanas, and Baihaba guesthouses or lodges. Enjoy regional trout dishes, dairy products, and lamb pilaf.

Souvenirs: Handwoven Kazakh rugs, birch wood crafts, local jams and honey.


4-Day Itinerary: Hemu Birch Forest, Kanas Lake, Baihaba & Bayinbuluke Grassland

This itinerary adds the vast Bayinbuluke Grassland for a mix of forests, lakes, and expansive steppes.

  • Days 1–3: Hemu, Kanas, and Baihaba visits as above.
  • Day 4: Early drive to Bayinbuluke Grassland (approx. 3.5 hours), enjoy grassland views and swan lake. Return to Burqin or overnight near grassland.

Accommodation/Food: Stay in yurts or local inns near Bayinbuluke. Try traditional Kazakh horse milk drinks and lamb stew.

Souvenirs: Wool blankets, swan-themed souvenirs, traditional hats.


5-Day Itinerary: Deep Altay Natural and Cultural Tour

Experience birch forests, alpine lakes, ethnic villages, and grasslands in a five-day immersive Altay journey.

  • Days 1–4: Hemu, Kanas, Baihaba, and Bayinbuluke exploration.
  • Day 5: Visit to local Kazakh herder family near Bayinbuluke for traditional experience; return to Burqin or Jiadengyu.

Accommodation/Food: Mix of rustic cabins, yurts, and guesthouses. Sample regional lamb, fresh trout, and dairy treats.

Souvenirs: Kazakh embroidery, felt crafts, wildflower honey.


6-Day Itinerary: Nature, Culture & Trekking in Altay

This extended itinerary offers time for trekking in birch forests and nearby mountains, combined with cultural immersion.

  • Days 1–5: As per the 5-day itinerary.
  • Day 6: Guided trek through deeper Hemu birch forest trails and alpine meadows; evening at local village homestay.

Accommodation/Food: Homestays and cabins with traditional Uyghur/Kazakh meals, including homemade breads and yogurt.

Souvenirs: Handwoven baskets, wood carvings, mountain herb sachets.


7-Day Itinerary: Complete Altay Wilderness and Village Circuit

A comprehensive week-long journey through Hemu birch forests, Kanas Lake, Baihaba, Bayinbuluke Grassland, and neighboring Altay villages.

  • Days 1–6: Follow 6-day itinerary with added time for village visits and local markets.
  • Day 7: Return to Burqin or Jiadengyu; visit local bazaars for last-minute shopping and cultural shows.

Accommodation/Food: Combination of yurts, guesthouses, and hotels. Dishes include grilled lamb, trout, dairy products, and wild berries.

Souvenirs: Ethnic musical instruments, embroidered textiles, herbal teas, and natural skincare products.


User Reviews

By Incredible |

After lunch, we walked to a birch forest hillside, where photographers were already enjoying the scenery. Standing on the hillside, stepping on the thick fallen leaves, we quietly looked at the wooden houses not far away, and some chimneys were rising with smoke. Under the blue sky, a flock of birds and a few eagles flew by from time to time. It was a very comfortable afternoon. The birch leaves of Hemu have almost fallen, and the trunks are bare. We are a little late. However, it is precisely this bleak and withering that makes people realize the beginning and end of life, the rotation of the four seasons, and the wonders of nature. Gu Cheng's poem "The grass is producing its seeds, the wind is blowing its leaves, we stand, not speaking, it is very beautiful", describes this scene!

By Zhuo Yue |

After getting off the observation deck, Qinling and I came to a birch forest. "He came to this birch forest silently, and stayed here every day with eager eyes." Here I sang Pu Shu's songs and was in a daze. Walking among the birch forests, it seemed as if isolated from the world. How could people not yearn for this pure and beautiful distant place? I feel that I am becoming more and more compatible with this place, and I am reluctant to leave this birch forest.

By Apple |

Early in the morning, I took a walk along the birch forest by the Hemu River. A silver light appeared in the east, and the thick clouds slowly turned white and dispersed, revealing the blue sky. The dark trees gradually revealed their pure colors in the sun, green and yellow. In the birch forest, horses sneezed and cows walked slowly. The clear river water swirled and rolled in waves, rushing to the west. As the sky gradually became clear, the river reflected the blue sky and became cold and icy blue again.

On the shore there is a thick brown-red meadow, with pine, poplar and birch forests interlaced and growing together, with white with spots, green with yellow, and yellow, orange and red, just like a colorful fairy tale world.

The scenery here is beautiful everywhere, like a poem or a painting. Standing anywhere on the rock pile by the river, you will see a beautiful photo of yourself in the painting.

By Blue sky |

[Hemu Birch Forest] Cross the Hemu Bridge and you will arrive at the most famous birch forest in Hemu. The birch trees here are all wild, covering the entire mountain and are stunningly beautiful.

In autumn, the wild birch forests all turn into "golden". Walking into the forest, the world of white and yellow blends makes you feel like you are in a fairyland. Hemu Village in autumn is simply a fairy tale, primitive, quiet and beautiful.

This year, autumn seems to have come earlier in Hemu. The leaves of the birch forest have fallen all over the ground, covering the green grass on the ground. There are only a few lonely leaves hanging on the trees left, and the tall trunks are revealed. This is what the birch trees look like in late autumn.

By Scholar's spirit |

Hemu is also a small village mainly inhabited by Tuvans. Why are they Tuvans again?

According to legend, a long time ago, Genghis Khan was on his way to the west and passed by Kanas Lake. Seeing such a beautiful place, he decided to stay here for a while to rest his troops. Genghis Khan drank the lake water and felt very thirsty. He asked his generals what kind of water it was. A smart general replied, "This is Kanawusi (which means Khan's water in Mongolian)." All the soldiers answered in unison, "This is Khan's water." Genghis Khan said, "Then let's call this lake Kanawusi." So in the legend of the Tuva people, they are the descendants of Genghis Khan. After Genghis Khan passed away, his body sank in Kanas Lake. The Tuva people, as Genghis Khan's personal soldiers, stayed in Kanas Lake and guarded the royal tomb for generations. The "lake monster" in Kanas is the "lake saint" who protects Genghis Khan's soul from being violated... This is a magical legend!

By Planting trees, Big Allen |

I went there at the end of September. It was already late autumn there and the place was very beautiful. Why do you have to select 5 scenic spots to light up the pictures? You have to select many areas repeatedly. In addition, you have to submit the review twice to be successful.

By It may rain |

Compared with Baibaha, I recommend Hemu. It is said that the starry sky and morning mist are its biggest attractions. I just feel that every minute and every second sitting in the birch forest near Hemu Village is enjoyable~

My companion and I walked straight to the birch forest near the village. Like most people, I had a special and beautiful yearning for the birch forest because of a song when I was young. The forest is very large, stretching around the entire Hemu Village. The leaves fell rustlingly with a bleak autumn wind.

By Hahahaha it's rising slowly |

As the main attraction of Hemu Village, you must take some beautiful photos under the birch trees in autumn. The light and shadow are magnificent.

By Ning Xiaoxin |

Hemu Village is quietly located in the mountains, and it is surrounded by dense birch forests. Before we can reach the observation deck, we must pass through a birch forest.

By Taishada |

After passing through the birch forest, you can head to the observation deck!

By mei |

There is a dense birch forest on the banks of the Hemu River, which is lush and green.

By Fluffy |

Opposite the Hemu Bridge is a large birch forest. While playing, you can imagine the golden autumn scenery.

By A silly bear who loves traveling |

The light and shadow of Hemu Village are very charming. In autumn, the leaves turn yellow, which is very beautiful!

By wa-my |

Looking at the comments, most of them are autumn pictures. Let me show you the birch forest in winter😄

By Xinjiang Amin Free Travel |

For those who know how to take photos, this is undoubtedly the most beautiful place.

By ''囧- |

Hemu is very beautiful in autumn. It would be great if I could visit this place in winter if I had the chance. Personally, I don’t like the commercialization there.

By Will travel |

I went there in winter and the scenery was beautiful. The sunrise was like something out of a fairy tale.

By He Jun, the Border Walker |

The most beautiful village, the most beautiful starry sky. Tranquility leads to far-reaching!

By Bosco |

In the sunny evening (it didn’t feel right), we strolled through the golden birch forest, with the Beautiful Peak behind us, feeling the vastness of the world and breathing in the air from nature.

The small hill on one side of the birch forest overlooks the village, and it must be beautiful in the early morning.

By Ni.ch |

The sunlight shines through the layers of leaves, looking particularly fresh

The layers of blue sky, clear water and yellow mountains form the most beautiful pastoral painting.

By Big Face Cat |

Here, you will feel that everything is slow and harmonious. Basking in the sun, you hope that time can go slower and slower. I really want to stay here for a few days, doing nothing but wandering around, basking in the sun, and taking pictures.

By Candied Haws Girl |

The forest is large and beautiful, and even more beautiful when the sun comes out. Locals will ride their horses here.

By Clear Wind and Bright Moon |

Walking in the birch forest, yellow leaves are flying in front of you and fallen leaves are rustling under your feet. The sun shines obliquely, and the shadows of the trees are like strings. In a trance, I feel that my legs are like fingers, plucking and playing the song of autumn. Although it is silent, it is a wonderful sound that can reach the depths of the soul, which can be tasted and savored, making people happy. The birch trees are solid and tall, and you can rely on them; the forest is soft and clean, and you can lie down or sit; lying on the soft big bed covered with birch leaves, you can sleep or wake up, and looking up at the sky, it is still a symphony of birch branches and yellow leaves, with mottled sunlight and a clear blue sky.

By Alaska |

There is a birch forest on the hillside behind the village. Few people come here. The trunks of the birch trees are white. It may be because it is in the shade. The grass here is still green. There are yellow fallen leaves scattered on the grass. The sun penetrates through the gaps between the leaves and forms streaks of light on the grass. The three of them chatted awkwardly when they first met, and their movements were quite restrained during the filming, but gradually they became familiar with each other and started to have fun here.

By The mottled shadows of the ancient city are reborn |

It is only a 100-meter walk from the youth hostel where I stayed (Xinma Youjiang), then walk through the birch forest and climb up the hillside to find a different world.

By Yah |

I was the only one in the birch forest. The birch forest in Hemu is in a valley, and the sunlight disappears one hour before sunset. Strictly speaking, it is not a good time for photography, but the dusk is already beautiful, and I lingered in the forest.

If you like someone, walk along the Hemu River in the opposite direction of the new village. There are big pebbles on the shore and shiny birch forests above your head. The scenery is unique when you reach the end.

Although it is the peak tourist season, most people actually like to go to places where there are crowds, so there are still large areas of deserted birch forests.

By People in the south have never seen snow. |

There are two mountains on both sides of the village. On one side is a birch forest plank road. You can take some melancholy photos on rainy days. The birch forest can be reached behind the police station. Then, taking photos in the woods under the sun will give you a blockbuster feeling. There is a small path up the mountain, but when you reach the top of the mountain, it is surrounded by wire. We pulled the wire apart and went through to see the paradise. There is no road, but when there are many people, it looks like a road. The spirit of an adventurer, go! Continue to go up, there is a small hillside, and it takes less than 10 minutes to walk. Break through the wire fence. Not too far ahead, it is very big, and the grass is very tall. In the distance, there is a super big tree standing alone in the middle of a flat land. Unfortunately, we don’t have enough time to go there. I feel that taking photos there will be a blockbuster. Friends who are interested should remember to take photos.

By Not yet |

Hemu must be given high marks. Although the infrastructure of this place is really not good, the scenery is incredibly beautiful. It is a village under the snow-capped mountains. The leaves of the birch forest have basically fallen off in November, so if you want to see the beautiful birch forest, it is best to go there in mid-September.

By Chen Youzhi is very happy again |

The further we drove into the mountains, the more intensive the autumn colors became. I had never seen such a highly saturated and pure yellow color in the real world. It was not until we passed by the dense birch forest, golden and brilliant, that I really felt what autumn was.

By Blue |

The setting sun in the evening illuminates the golden birch forest. There are too many people in the birch forest by the lake.

By True |

Shortly after sunrise, the light is warm, the best time to take photos. The sun shines on the frosty ground with golden light, the woods are mottled with light and shadow, the ground is covered with yellow leaves, there are few people and a lot of horse shit, but it is also a very beautiful place.

By pwq1225 |

For someone who has experienced the colorful forests, this freely combined yellow of light gold, bright gold, ginger yellow, burnt yellow, etc. is still shocking. Walking in the painting is like being in a dream. Words seem pale, only the tree is dyed with warm and rich colors, so beautiful that it is breathtaking.

By Wendy |

There is a lot of horse manure in the woods, be careful!

By Qindao New Xiake |

In the early autumn, the leaves of the birch forest have just turned golden, and the stream in the forest is flowing slowly. Coupled with the blue sky, white clouds, snow-capped mountains, and herds of cattle and horses behind, it is a natural landscape painting that is so beautiful!

By Misty Ranger |

Looking back at the hillside of the viewing platform, I realized that Hemu was surrounded by autumn colors and snow-capped mountains. The village also woke up at this time. Some villagers were packing things in the yard, and some villagers rode horses. Walking and shooting all the way, wooden houses, horses, snow-capped mountains, rivers and woods, any angle is an invincible scenery. We will leave here in the afternoon. Perhaps it is because of the brevity that the scenery becomes more precious and beautiful. Go back to the room and gather with all the friends, and we will go for a walk by the Hemu River together. The clear green river water bypasses the snow-capped mountains and woods and passes through Hemu Village. It is because of this river that Hemu Village has become more beautiful.

By Drizzle |

The birch forest under the rising sun once again attracted my soul. I saw beams of light shining through the leaves and trees of the birch trees onto the dewy lawn. Sometimes satisfaction comes from such unintentional and unintentional little surprises.

By DrZou |

Hemu in autumn is so beautiful that I can't stop taking pictures

By Xinjiang Tuge |

One of the most beautiful birch forests in China, the river water in the Hemu birch forest is gray-blue. The interweaving of light and darkness gives you a fatal sense of melancholy, forming a sad and beautiful picture with the birch forest on the shore.

By Nagashino |

There is a large birch forest. The wind was strong at that time. I was there and listened to the rustling sound of the wind blowing through the forest.

By Light and Shadow |

Too rushed. It is said that autumn is very beautiful, but it is packed with people.

By Shu_Fangfang |

It was very pleasant to walk in the woods, and it was very close to the river. The beauty of the scenery was also a surprise to me. It was no less than Kanas, especially being able to get close to nature.

By Retaining light wing color |

When the sun shines through the birch forest at dawn, it's like a scene from a youth movie. It's very romantic! It has both the feel of a European countryside and the majestic feel of the wilderness of Indiana. At night, smoke rises from the barbecue stalls. It rains a little, and after the rain, you can see horses, crows, rivers, dogs, cattle, sheep, and people living in harmony with nature.

By Doraemon |

The sun came out, and the birch forest beside the Hemu River was illuminated more vividly. It is true that autumn will be more beautiful. The light in the birch forest couldn't be better. I took a few photos.

By Ups and downs |

The birch forest beside the Hemu River is also one of the more famous birch forests in Xinjiang. After crossing the Hemu Bridge, there are birch forests on both sides. It is summer now, and the birch forests are lush and green. There are branches of rivers flowing through them. In the evening or at sunrise, the sunlight shines into the gaps between the birch forests, and the light and shadow inside are very interesting. It is worth mentioning that if you choose to come to Hemu in September or October, the birch forests and mountain forests will have changed to autumn colors. At that time, the Hemu forests are dyed with colors, which must be worth seeing.

By Pomelo |

There are all kinds of flying insects in the birch forest by the water. Please be sure to take protective measures when you come here. Long pants are a must. Even though I sprayed insect repellent, I still felt like I was bitten by insects.

By Mu Chunzi |

The sunlight overhead illuminated the entire forest, accompanied by the gurgling stream, and I was attracted by the birch forest and couldn't help wanting to go deeper...

By snow country |

I just like birch forests, especially those of Hemu and Baihaba.

By Yang Shuhan-YOUNG |

Tall birch forests surround the village, and sunlight shines through the gaps between the leaves onto the ground in patches.

By Gu Yao |

There are not many tourists in the birch forest of Hemu. It is very quiet and beautiful! If you have time, you must visit the birch forest. There are wooden plank roads and a stream, which is gurgling. Birds are singing briskly. Horses are nibbling grass at ease.

By Jiaomomo |

There is a feeling of exploring a forest in the birch forest. The snow is a bit loose and a bit hard. After all, you never know where the snow might collapse if you step on it.

By Kanas Outdoor-Anfei |

I always listen to Pu Shu singing: Young people disappear in the birch forest... When I was sitting in the car, looking at the birch forest gradually receding in front of me, I finally felt the mood of the song: reluctance and helplessness!

By Sunny |

It was an afternoon in early October when we arrived at Hemu. Before the sun set, we walked along the stream and crossed the small wooden bridge to the birch forest. There was a wooden plank road at the edge of the birch forest. The birch trees all over the mountains were tall and straight, and the golden leaves formed a golden ocean. Because it was National Day, some leaves had already fallen. The white trunks were mottled like children's eyes looking around curiously. There was a quiet tenderness in the birch forest at dusk. If it was in the sun, the leaves would definitely be shining!

By Mu Mao |

"Hemu Village in Xinjiang" The quiet and quaint Hemu Village is like a paradise! One step at a time, a new scene, icebergs, prairie, cattle herding, birch forest. Hemu Village is known as "China's No. 1 Village". Hemu Village is most famous for its intoxicating autumn colors with red mountains all over. The smoke from cooking rises slowly in the autumn colors, forming a dreamy smoke belt, which is better than a fairyland. On the hillsides around Hemu Village, you can overlook the panoramic view of Hemu Village and Hemu River: ghosts in the empty valley, small bridges and flowing water, horse herders passing through the forest in the dust...

By miba |

The birch forests on both sides of the river stand tall. The most beautiful autumn colors are in Hemu, where the forests are dyed with colors and are colorful. It is a typical primitive natural ecological scenery. The birch trees shine with golden light in the afterglow of the setting sun, reflecting a series of beautiful, tranquil and colorful Russian oil paintings. The scenery of Hemu Bridge is like a poem and painting. After playing by the stream, walk along the plank road up the mountain. Under the afterglow of the setting sun, the whole Hemu Village is reflected with golden light. Soon after, the sunset blocked the afterglow, and the scene like a painting appeared in front of us.

By Cam |

The original appearance of Hemu Village has been well preserved. In late autumn, the birch forest is covered with yellow leaves, and when the setting sun shines in the west, the ground is filled with intoxicating golden light.

By tina_little day |

At the entrance of the Hemu Village viewing platform, there is a large birch forest along the bank of the Hemu River. When we went there, the forest was changing color, with red, yellow and green, and there were many fallen leaves on the ground. It was a good time to take pictures. There are herdsmen beside the forest, and you can ride horses to the viewing platform.

By Old silly song 🚘 |

Hemu is so good. The birch forest and wooden cottage in the misty morning

By Wang Jiu |

Hemu in late September is very beautiful, especially the birch forest behind the village. It is a golden birch forest, and the sunlight shines on it, weaving the most beautiful colors. It makes people linger.

By .SummeR |

The birch forest in Hemu Village is really beautiful. It is recommended to stay for a few more days.

By I am cc~ |

The sun shines through the birch forest ~ It's breathtakingly beautiful ~ This is what we call peace and stability ~

By Autumn Shadow |

I have seen birch trees in Keketuohai and Kanas, but they were not large-scale. Only the forest in Hemu Village can be called a birch forest. I remember reading Zhao Haihong's "The Eyes of Birch Trees", a science fiction novel. I loved fantasy when I was a teenager, so this novel left a deep impression on me. Plants also have life. If humans violate the laws of nature, they may be abandoned by nature. Walking in the forest at this moment, it seems that there are countless eyes flashing on each birch tree, each of which is like a shivering eye, a gentle and beautiful eye.

By Lavender |

The birch forest was the first time I walked into it so intimately, and I was not mentally prepared at all. When I stepped into the forest, many Russian love stories appeared before my eyes, sweet, painful, sad,... The songs related to the birch forest are so affectionate:... The quiet village is covered with white snow, pigeons fly under the gloomy sky, and the birch trees are engraved with those two names, who swore to love each other for the rest of their lives...

By Lihua stone |

There are birch forests everywhere on the road to Hemu. The birch forest on the north slope of Hemu Village is very lush and it is also a viewing platform.

By Ella_Ye |

From Hemu Village to the viewing platform, you need to pass the Hemu River. The birch forest is right next to the Hemu River, forming another scenic spot.

By Old Cow |

The birch forest in Hemu is very beautiful. It was very ordinary when I went there in June. But in late autumn, the leaves of the birch forest turned yellow and it was very beautiful.

By Guo Dafa |

The snow here is quite thick in winter. The snow in places I haven't walked on is almost up to my waist. It may also be that I am too short~~~

By Black and white head~ |

One of the three major features of Hemu, it is very suitable for daydreaming! If you come ten days or half a month later, the scenery of the birch forest will be better. Five stars!

By Leisure Travel |

Hemu Village is truly a paradise on earth, with birch trees growing luxuriantly here. It was a pity that I went there in summer and missed the beauty of autumn.

By TOM |

The Hemu birch forest is tall and dense, and walking among it is very peaceful and refreshing, very suitable for a stroll.

By float |

The scenery of Hemu in winter is definitely no worse than that of other three seasons. It is surprisingly quiet but not that cold.

By Music |

After crossing the Hemu Bridge, you will arrive at the most famous birch forest in Hemu. The birch trees here are all wild. The large tracts of birch trees are absolutely stunning, especially in the golden autumn.

By Chasing the horizon in dreams |

Hemu birch forest is on the left side of the wooden bridge out of Hemu Village. In autumn, the birch forest is dyed golden, which is very beautiful. Walking under the birch forest and breathing the fresh air will make you feel more energetic.

Going further ahead is Meili Peak and Meili Village. For those who don't want to walk, there are horse teams that provide horseback riding services. There is a price list for horseback riding in the village, which can be used as a reference. Before getting on the horse, be sure to tell the guide the cost and where you want to go to avoid unnecessary trouble.

As for public facilities, there is a fork in the road leading to Meili Peak from the birch forest, but there is no sign to indicate where the three roads lead to. My friend and I somehow ended up at Meili Village. If there are few tourists on the road, this unmarked fork is still very dangerous.

For more information about the Northern Xinjiang itinerary, please refer to my Northern Xinjiang travel notes: http://www.mafengwo.cn/i/6325547.html

By new |

At the end of September, the birch forest in Hemu has almost turned golden yellow, and is very beautiful and charming under the sun.

By Idle Clouds and Wild Cranes 2010 |

Birch seems to be the main tree species in Hemu Village. Birch forests surround the village, a clear green river flows around the village, the misty morning fog and the rising smoke merge together, floating between the forest, the village and the mountains... When the first ray of sunlight shines through the clouds in the morning, the cabins in the mist shine brightly, the birch treetops are dyed golden, and the forest shows bright and dark light and shadow... All this is like the paradise where the immortals live depicted in Disney cartoons, so dreamy and unreal. On the edge of the alpine grassland in Hemu, there are also birch forests, like a golden lining on the emerald meadow.

By Wenguai |

After leaving the inn, we wandered around, but we didn't know that it was the famous Hemu birch forest. Everyone was basically wandering around the bottom of the mountain. We went all the way to the top of the mountain, where we could see the entire Hemu Village and the viewing platform. The birch forest was very dense, but the branches were thinner than those in the northeast.