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Ulungur Lake Tourism Area
4A Tourism Area

Ulungur Lake Tourism Area

阿勒泰乌伦古湖景区

Xinjiang, Altay·45.4470°N, 87.4174°E
Ticket Price
Peak season CNY 80, off-season CNY 50
Duration
4-5 hours

About Ulungur Lake Tourism Area

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

Highlights

• A large inland lake known for fishing and the 'Fish Bay'. • Winter ice fishing, summer boating and wetlands with birds.

Suggested Route

Lakeshore, fishing village and boating or birdwatching; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Try the famed Ulungur fish (fried or cold); Burqin/Fuhai hotels.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, boat pier and dining.
Travel Tips

Wear layers as mountain weather can change quickly. Photography is best in golden hour.

📅 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

Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

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

07:00-18:00 (peak season), 08:00-17:00 (off-season)

Getting There

No metro; in Fuhai County (~50 km from Fuhai, ~600 km from Urumqi); nearest airport: Altay Airport (~150 km).

Reservation

Ticket ~CNY 40; on-site purchase.

Ticket Price

Peak season CNY 80 (≈ $11), off-season CNY 50 (≈ $7.0)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
阿勒泰乌伦古湖景区

45.4470, 87.4174

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