Guozigou

　　Guide        Known as the “No.1 Scenic Wonder of Ili,” it is located 40 kilometers northeast of Huocheng County and serves as the essential passageway along National Highway 312 between Urumqi and Ili. The northern end of the valley leads to the famous Sayram Lake.  Introduction  Stretching 28 kilometers in length, Guozigou features towering mountains densely covered with spruce trees. The Urumqi–Ili Highway winds gracefully through the picturesque valley, giving travelers the sensation of flying above the landscape—with blue skies and mountain peaks overhead and the forested valley floor below appearing like matchsticks. A natural treasure bestowed by nature, Guozigou boasts countless wild fruits and abundant medicinal resources. From spring through autumn, the area is ablaze with wildflowers and fragrant with fruit, truly living up to its name as the “Fruit Valley.”  Transportation  Buses traveling from Urumqi to Yining all pass through Guozigou. As long as you go during daylight hours, you’ll be able to witness the stunning scenery of the valley.

　　 Xinjiang Ili