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Zepu Golden Lake Poplar Tourism Area
4A Tourism Area

Zepu Golden Lake Poplar Tourism Area

喀什泽普金湖杨景区

Xinjiang, Kashgar·39.4217°N, 76.0273°E
Ticket Price
CNY 60 (peak season), CNY 40 (off-season)
Duration
4-5 hours

About Zepu Golden Lake Poplar Tourism Area

A beautiful lake scenic area in Kashgar, Xinjiang, with crystal-clear waters surrounded by mountains.

Highlights

• A desert riparian forest of golden Populus euphratica along the Yarkand River. • Best in autumn when leaves turn gold; lakes and wetlands.

Suggested Route

Enter via the boardwalk, loop the lakeside, walk the poplar forest and climb the watchtower; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Zepu county dining offers naan, kebabs and melons; county hotels.

Facilities

Parking, boardwalks, restrooms and a shuttle; seasonal.
Travel Tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring water and sun protection in summer. Check weather conditions before visiting.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: June-September

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

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• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

Open all day (ticket office 08:00-16:30)

Getting There

No metro; in Zepu County (~200 km from Kashgar); nearest HSR: Kashgar Railway Station (~200 km); nearest airport: Kashi Airport (~210 km).

Reservation

Ticket ~CNY 40; on-site purchase.

Ticket Price

CNY 60 (≈ $8.3) (peak season), CNY 40 (≈ $5.6) (off-season)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
喀什泽普金湖杨景区

39.4217, 76.0273

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