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Tianshan Grand Canyon (Urumqi)
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2013

Tianshan Grand Canyon (Urumqi)

乌鲁木齐市天山大峡谷

Xinjiang, UrumqiDesignated 2013·43.7893°N, 87.4754°E
Ticket Price
Peak CNY 75+ CNY 45 shuttle ticket /Off-peak CNY 45
Duration
4 hours to 1 day
Designated
2013

About Tianshan Grand Canyon (Urumqi)

South of Urumqi, this Tianshan canyon pairs sheer rock walls and spruce forest with alpine meadows and Swan Lake, a favorite weekend escape for hiking and herder culture.

Highlights

Primitive spruce forest with strange pines and rocks and a sea of clouds; eight spots including Swan Lake, Zhaobi Mountain and alpine grassland, an 'outdoor paradise corridor'.

Suggested Route

Drive in to Zhaobi Mountain resort, then Swan Lake and the highland pasture with a Kazak folk park; allow half a day.

Food & Lodging

Try Xinjiang lamb and naan; stay at the in-scene Zhaobi Mountain hotel or Urumqi.

Facilities

Shuttle
Travel Tips

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

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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

Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.

Getting There

In Urumqi County, ~50 km south of Urumqi city; tourist bus / drive via S103; nearest airport Urumqi Diwopu (~70 km); no metro.

Reservation

Advance online reservation recommended via official platform; real-name entry.

Ticket Price

Peak CNY 75 (≈ $10)+ CNY 45 (≈ $6.3) shuttle ticket /Off-peak CNY 45 (≈ $6.3)

Address

Wulumuqi City Wulumuqi County Banfanggou Town

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
乌鲁木齐市天山大峡谷

乌鲁木齐市乌鲁木齐县板房沟镇

Wulumuqi City Wulumuqi County Banfanggou Town

43.7893, 87.4754

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