Xinjiang, People's Republic of China
Burqin and the Irtysh
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Seek the horizon beyond the climb.
River, colourful formations and Altai gates make Burqin a landscaped stage rather than a simple transit.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · River · Desert · Nature
Good accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Burqin and the Irtysh
River, colourful formations and Altai gates make Burqin a landscaped stage rather than a simple transit.
Colourful beach of Burqin, Irtych River and Ulungur Lake give the most telling landmarks of Burqin and Irtych. Together, they form a destination where urban life, riverscapes, desert areas and natural spaces meet, with atmospheres that change over the stages rather than just one uniform decor.
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For a stay of 2 to 5 days, a quiet rhythm works well. 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
- Colourful beach of Burqin
- Irtych River
- Lake Ulungur
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.
Beach
Colourful beach of Burqin
Red and yellow mineral terraces border the Irtych north of Burqin. The site is arranged and photographed very well at sunset, when the colors reinforce. A slow visit allows to go beyond the only points of view best known.
River
Irtych River
The Irtych begins in the Chinese Altai before continuing to Kazakhstan and Siberia. Burqin offer a quiet stop between long road journeys. Light, wind and season greatly transform the landscape.
Lake
Lake Ulungur
Ulungur is a large lake in the Junggar Basin, known for its open fisheries and shorelines. Distances are important and the best access must be confirmed locally. Light, wind and season greatly transform the landscape.
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Burqin
Burqin is a small river base with colourful facades on the roads leading to Kanas and Altai. Markets and shore walks give content to an evening between two long trips.
Practical tips
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