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Hemu Village Tourism Area
4A Tourism Area

Hemu Village Tourism Area

阿勒泰禾木景区

Xinjiang, Altay·45.4131°N, 87.3835°E
Ticket Price
CNY 60 (peak season), CNY 40 (off-season)
Duration
2-3 hours

About Hemu Village Tourism Area

A picture-perfect Tuva village of hand-hewn wooden cabins set among birch forests and snow-capped peaks in the far north of Xinjiang. Golden autumn and misty sunrises over the village make it one of the region's most photographed places.

Highlights

• A picturesque Tuva village of wooden cabins amid birch forest and snow mountains. • Famous sunrise from the viewing platform and golden autumn.

Suggested Route

Enter the village, walk to the sunrise platform (Hemu Bridge), the birch forest and the river; allow half a day (overnight advised).

Food & Lodging

Tuva homestays and lodges; milk tea, mutton and naan.

Facilities

Shuttle, parking outside, restrooms, boardwalks and some dining.
Travel Tips

Hire a guide or audio tour for deeper understanding of the historical context.

📅 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.

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Opening Hours

09:00-17:00 (closed Mondays, except holidays)

Getting There

No metro; within Kanas area, accessed via Jiadenyu/Burqin; nearest airport: Kanas Airport (~70 km) or Altay Airport (~230 km).

Reservation

Ticket CNY 60 + ancient-village fee CNY 20 + shuttle CNY 100; buy via Kanas platforms.

Ticket Price

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

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
阿勒泰禾木景区

45.4131, 87.3835

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