Heavenly Lake of Tianshan (Tianchi)
昌吉回族自治州天山天池风景名胜区
About Heavenly Lake of Tianshan (Tianchi)
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Food & Lodging
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Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.
📅 Best Time & Crowds
Best season: June to September (warm season) or winter for snow activities
🏮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
View on interactive map →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.
External booking links. Prices may vary.
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Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.
In Fukang, Changji; ~86 km east of Urumqi; bus from Urumqi Beijiao station to Fukang then shuttle, or tour coach; nearest airport Urumqi Diwopu (~110 km).
Timed real-name reservation required via official site xjtstc.com / WeChat; no on-site full ticket sales.
Peak CNY 95 (≈ $13)+ CNY 60 (≈ $8.3) shuttle ticket /Off-peak CNY 48 (≈ $6.7)+ CNY 60 (≈ $8.3) shuttle ticket
Xinjiangchangjizhoufukang City Tianshantianchi
新疆昌吉州阜康市天山天池
Xinjiangchangjizhoufukang City Tianshantianchi
43.8135, 88.2305
Tip: Google Maps may be inaccurate in China — use Amap for navigation.
