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Bosten Lake Tourism Area
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2014

Bosten Lake Tourism Area

巴音郭楞蒙古自治州博斯腾湖景区

Xinjiang, Bortala★ 4.3Designated 2014·44.0362°N, 87.4259°E
Ticket Price
Peak CNY 45/Off-peak CNY 30
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Rating
4.3 / 5.0
Designated
2014

About Bosten Lake Tourism Area

This lake scenic area in Xinjiang offers stunning reflections of surrounding mountains and seasonal beauty.

Highlights

China's largest inland freshwater lake; vast reed beds, summer lotus, a bird habitat and fishing, with boat and reed-cruise areas. (unverified)

Suggested Route

Visit the Lotus Lake or desert-lake area for a boat or reed cruise and birdwatching; allow half a day. (unverified)

Food & Lodging

Try Bosten fish and Xinjiang lamb; stay in Bohu county or Korla.

Facilities

Boats
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: 8:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:30-17:00. Boat tours operate during daylight hours.

Getting There

In Bohu County / Yanqi, Bayingol; ~70 km from Korla; drive from Korla; nearest airport Korla (~60 km); no metro/HSR.

Reservation

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

Ticket Price

Peak CNY 45 (≈ $6.3)/Off-peak CNY 30 (≈ $4.2)

Address

Bayingolin Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, Bohu County

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
巴音郭楞蒙古自治州博斯腾湖景区

新疆巴音郭楞蒙古自治州博湖县

Bayingolin Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, Bohu County

44.0362, 87.4259

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