In the most beautiful time of your life, encounter the most stunning Kalajun.

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The Kalajun Grassland lies in the transitional zone from the Western Tianshan Mountains to the Ili River Valley.Literally translated, the Kalajun Grassland can be rendered as“the vast and boundless grassland.” It is more like God’s Garden of Eden. Though known to few, its innate beauty is absolutely enchanting to those who behold it.

In the most beautiful time of your life, encounter the most stunning Kalajun.

In August, Kalajun is green and colorful. This alpine meadow grassland is bathed in the full bloom of midsummer. Part of the Tianshan Mountain range, it features undulating peaks, crisscrossing ridges, and dense valleys. On the gentle slopes, clusters of fir forests are interspersed with stretches of green meadows, resembling a natural oil painting.

Hidden within the Kalajun Kuokesu Grand Canyon is a soul-stirring place where the Mother Earth resides. As daylight fades, she reveals her breathtaking silhouette. The interplay of light and shadow, the perfectly sculpted curves, and the rolling waves across the grassland create a dynamic three-dimensional beauty.

Kalajun’s unique “three-dimensional grassland” breaks away from the monotonous colors typically associated with grasslands, redefining the landscape of these natural wonders.

Once you’ve been to Kalajun, you’ll realize that its scenery is truly one of a kind—so remarkable that it’s hard to forget once seen.

It almost encapsulates the essence of Xinjiang’s beauty: grasslands, forests, snow-capped mountains, glaciers, rivers, lakes, and canyons.… quietly waiting for your arrival.

When you come to Kalajun, you can run wild on the flower-filled grasslands that seem to float in the sky.

When you come to Kalajun, you can experience the majestic grandeur of the strikingly beautiful Kuokesu Grand Canyon.

When you come to Kalajun, you can gaze into the crystal-clear waters of Kalajun Lake, letting your soul be cleansed.

When you come to Kalajun, you can wander through the colorful Ku’erdai Forest and enjoy the autumn foliage.

There are also historic cultural villages like Qiongkushitai, the ancient Eight-Diagram City of Tekes, Likexiang, and the Kosha Karst Cave ruins at China’s westernmost point.……

Only when you come to Kalajun will you truly understand how beautiful it is.

Kalajun Lake:The Jewel of Tekes

Covering an area of 27,000 mu, Kalajun Lake is the largest artificial lake in the Eight-Diagram City and can be called“the Jewel of Tekes.” It is widely referred to as the “Twin Eyes of the Eight-Diagram,” vast and boundless.

Its water comes from the sacred Tianshan Mountains, making the surface as clear as a mirror. The water is pure and cool, and when sunlight shines upon it, the sparkling lake glistens like diamonds, as if the Heavenly Lake has descended to earth.

The scenery along the shores is magnificent and splendid. Speedboats slicing across the lake feel like wings taking flight, gliding through the valleys and offering views of paradise on earth.

Taking a ferry and slowly circling the lake is also an incredibly delightful experience.

Kuokesu Grand Canyon:The Colorado of the East

After leaving Kalajun Lake, the sightseeing bus winds its way up to the mountaintop above the Kuokesu Canyon. From this vantage point, the canyon appears towering and majestic.

At first glance, Crocodile Bay is breathtaking, with mountains and lakes stretching as far as the eye can see. Whether it's the undulating peaks or the serene stillness of the lake, the scenery offers a feast for the eyes.

The mountain stands proudly before you like a beautiful woman, her exquisite figure and graceful curves evoking the sense that the most enchanting legends are hidden within this majestic landscape.

Within the Kuokesu Grand Canyon, the beautiful Kuokesu River winds its way through steep cliffs and rugged terrain, creating natural wonders such as the Hukou Waterfall, the Nine-Bend Eighteen-Curve, and Crocodile Bay.

In the valley, the river flows gently with shimmering ripples, surrounded by lush vegetation along the bends. Wisps of cooking smoke blend with the light mist in the woods, while the yurts of herders dot the landscape, creating a grand yet charming scene of canyon meadows.