A significant religious and cultural site in Bortala, Xinjiang, featuring historic temples, shrines, and centuries of spiritual tradition. • The 'last tear of the Atlantic': a high alpine lake of astonishing blue ringed by snow mountains. • Wildflowers in Jun...
Highlights
• The 'last tear of the Atlantic': a high alpine lake of astonishing blue ringed by snow mountains. • Wildflowers in June-July and swans.
Suggested Route
Drive the ring road (East Gate to South to West Gate) with photo stops (Lover's Bay, Swan Lake) and sunset; allow half a day.
Food & Lodging
Limited lakeside yurts; stay in Bole or continue to Yili; bring food and water.
Facilities
Ring road, parking, restrooms at stops, shuttle and a visitor center.
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Opening Hours
08:30-16:00 (last entry 15:30)
Getting There
No metro; near Bole City (~90 km from Bole, east gate); nearest HSR: Bole Railway Station (~50 km); nearest airport: Bole Airport (~50 km); on G30 Lianhuo Expwy.
Reservation
Advance booking required (up to 3 days ahead) via 'Sayram Lake Tourism' WeChat; ticket CNY 70 / self-drive CNY 145.
Ticket Price
Free admission
Address
Xinjiangweiwuer Autonomous Region Boertalamenggu Autonomous Prefecture Bole City