Altay is as beautiful as a painting

This place is absolutely healing! 💙
After watching "My Altay," it instantly brought back memories of my stunning trip last May 🚌✨

On the legendary "most scenic bus ride" to Hemu Village
Thick white clouds and flocks of sheep filled the view 🐑
Morning smoke from chimneys mixed with the mist rising gently
A little cat kept me company during a picnic on the grass
Enjoying freshly grilled lamb skewers and handmade yogurt 🥛
On the way back to the log cabin at dusk
A puppy circled and ran around my legs 🐕
Such slow-paced living truly touches my heart ♥️

🎯 2-Day Essential Itinerary:
**Day1️⃣**
· Hemu Village (Ticket + Shuttle: ¥102): A fairytale-like primitive village 🌲
· Hemu River: Crystal-clear turquoise waters 💧
· Birch Forest: A golden natural oxygen bar 🍂
· Viewing Platform (15-min hike): Panoramic fairytale village views 📸
· Overnight in Hemu log cabin (~¥500-800) 🏡

**Day2️⃣**
· Cloud Peak Cable Car (¥198): Overlooking mountain ranges and sea of clouds ☁️
· One last glimpse of Hemu’s beauty before heading back ✨

💡 Insider Tips:
1️⃣ Self-driving cars must park at the scenic area entrance and switch to shuttle buses.
2️⃣ Always choose the right-side seat on the shuttle bus! The views along the way are scream-worthy 👀
3️⃣ "Clinic Station" is the GOAT:
· 10-min walk to Hemu Bridge
· Backed by a dreamy birch forest
· Hike up the viewing platform for breathtaking panoramas 🏞️

4️⃣ "Birch Forest Station" Hidden Gem:
· Perfect spot for photos with snow-capped mountains + log cabins 📷
· Misty mornings feel straight out of a fairy tale 🧚♀️

5️⃣ Must stay overnight in Hemu:
· 6 AM for the most magical mist ☁️
· 7 PM for the most romantic sunset 🌅
· 11 PM for the most awe-inspiring Milky Way 🌌

6️⃣ Cloud Peak is a must-visit:
· 360° cloud-top viewing platform
· Views stretching across four countries' borders 🗺️
· Best to summit before 10 AM for fewer crowds

⚠️ Important Reminders:
Late May has extreme temperature swings! Sunscreen + windbreaker + thermal leggings are essential ❄️
Photos were taken in late May last year—this year will be even prettier 💫

📍Address: Hemu Village, Hemu Kanas Mongolian Township, Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang
⏰ Best Season: May–September (June for peak wildflower blooms)
🚗 Transportation:
· Ürümqi ✈️ Altay (1.5 hrs)
· Altay 🚗 Hemu (4 hrs)
· Alternatively, charter a car from Burqin