Xinjiang, People's Republic of China
Aksu et Wensu
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Take a break above the everyday.
Agricultural oasis and deep mineral gorges form a useful base between Kuqa and Kashgar.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · Desert · Mountain · Nature
Good accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Aksu et Wensu
Agricultural oasis and deep mineral gorges form a useful base between Kuqa and Kashgar.
To understand what Aksu and Wensu are, you must look at the Great Canyon of Wensu, Aksu River and Old Town of Aksu. These places give us a view of a territory marked by urban life, desert areas, mountain reliefs and natural spaces and allow us to move from emblematic sites to more intimate stages.
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For a stay of 2 to 5 days, it is better to balance visits and travel times. Also to be anticipated: conditions to be checked according to the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Wensu Grand Canyon
- Aksu River
- Old Town of Aksu
Before you choose
- Car often useful
- Conditions to be checked by season
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
World Heritage
Tianshan au Xinjiang
The Tianshan au Xinjiang includes glaciers, meadows of altitude, forests, red canyons, clear lakes and snow-covered peaks.Aksu, the interest lies in the contrast between mountains in Central Asia and arid basins, with vast landscapes that require time, realistic distances and monitored weather.
Remarkable location
Khan Tengri
Khan Tengri is one of the most famous peaks of Tianshan, recognizable by its rock and ice pyramid on the borders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and China. It is mainly concerned with experienced mountain climbers and mountain enthusiasts, as the approach ascent is a matter of expeditions.
Remarkable location
Jengish Chokusu
Jengish Chokusu, also known as Pobeda peak, dominates the eastern Tianshan with an austere and isolated glacial massif. It is a difficult mountain peak rather than a classic visiting place; its interest is measured in expedition stories, high mountain maps and far-away views from the valleys.
Nature and panorama
Grand canyon de Wensu
Wensu reveals red cliffs, mineral folds and dry corridors at the foot of the Tian Shan. The indoor track depends on the weather and distances require a suitable vehicle. The weather, altitude and condition of the runways must be checked before departure.
Practical tips
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