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Kalajun Tourism Area
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2016

Kalajun Tourism Area

伊犁哈萨克自治州喀拉峻景区

Xinjiang, IliDesignated 2016·43.7298°N, 87.8450°E
Ticket Price
CNY 70+ CNY 75 shuttle ticket
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Designated
2016

About Kalajun Tourism Area

Part of the UNESCO-listed Xinjiang Tianshan, Kalajun spreads undulating grasslands known for their 'human-body curve' hills, summer flower seas, snow peaks and the dramatic Koksu Grand Canyon.

Highlights

World-heritage grassland with rolling 'human-body curve' hills and a flower sea against snow peaks; includes East and West Kalajun and the Koksu Grand Canyon.

Suggested Route

From the East Gate take the shuttle to the flower terrace and falcon terrace, with the Koksu Canyon optional via cable car; allow one day.

Food & Lodging

Try Kazakh lamb and milk tea; stay in yurts or Tekes county.

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): 8:00-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-17:00.

Getting There

In Tekes County, Ili; ~90 km from Yining; drive via G577; nearest airport Yining (~100 km); no metro/HSR.

Reservation

Advance online reservation required via official platform; real-name entry; shuttle bus inside.

Ticket Price

CNY 70 (≈ $9.7)+ CNY 75 (≈ $10) shuttle ticket

Address

Xinjiangyilizhoutekesi County Kalajun

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
伊犁哈萨克自治州喀拉峻景区

新疆伊犁州特克斯县喀拉峻

Xinjiangyilizhoutekesi County Kalajun

43.7298, 87.8450

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