Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains（Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area）

An alpine lake at the foot of Bogda Peak in the Tianshan Mountains, with snow peaks reflected in the water and surrounded by spruce forests. Known as "Yaochi" in ancient times, it is one of Xinjiang's most famous natural landscapes.

📍 Urumqi ⭐ 5A 🧭 Surroundings 🚗 Fukang, about 110 km

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Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains · Urumqi

Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains highlights: alpine lake, snow mountains, spruces — Highlights: Alpine Lake, Snow Mountains, Spruces

Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains location: nearby Fukang, about 110 km — Location: Nearby · Fukang, about 110 km

Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains 5A-level scenic area — 5A-level Scenic Area

An alpine lake at the foot of Bogda Peak in the Tianshan Mountains, with snow peaks reflected in the water and spruces all around. Known as "Yaochi" in ancient times, it is one of Xinjiang's most famous natural landscapes.

Highlights at a Glance

Alpine Lake
Snow Mountains
Spruces
World Heritage

Visiting Suggestions

The attraction is located around Urumqi; it is recommended to allow half a day to a full day and arrange a private car or tourist shuttle. This is a national 5A-level tourist attraction (the highest rating in China's scenic area quality grading system), so it is advisable to book tickets in advance and travel outside peak times.