Apricot blossoms and mist | A thousand kinds of romance in southern Xinjiang in spring
by Midnight@Serenity~444111
Apr 3, 2025
🌿 New Discovery of China's Hidden Gems | A Guide to Avoiding Crowds with Off-the-Beaten-Path Experiences 🌿
📍 Secret Spot Recommendation: Xinjiang · Tashkurgan (Eye of the Pamirs)
🌄 Unique Experience
The only white ethnic community in China, the Stone City ruins beneath Muztagh Ata Peak, and the Panlong Ancient Trail "Today I walked all the winding paths." The apricot blossom season in Xinghuagou lasts only 10 days in April.
⚠️ Pitfall Warnings
Ethnic Taboos:
❌ Do not touch children's heads
✅ Respect Tajik customs
Photography Notes:
❌ Drones must be registered
✅ Telephoto lenses are better for capturing cultural scenes
🐫 In-Depth Activities
Stay in a Tajik stone house
Learn to play the eagle flute
Ride a yak around the Golden Grassland
🌟 Pro Tips
Bring lip balm in Tashkurgan County
💡 This secret place hides the truest face of China!
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