Xinjiang, People's Republic of China
Korla et lac Bosten
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The city of Tarim, a large lake and roselary, is a surprising transition between oasis and desert.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · Lake · Marshes and wetlands · Desert
Good accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Korla et lac Bosten
The city of Tarim, a large lake and roselary, is a surprising transition between oasis and desert.
Lake Bosten, Kongque River and Iron Gate Pass give the most telling landmarks of Korla and Lake Bosten. Together, they form a destination where urban life, shores and lakes, wetlands and desert areas meet, with atmospheres that change over the course of the stages rather than just one uniform setting.
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For a stay of 2 to 5 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: variable influx depending on the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect different sectors. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Lake Bosten
- Kong River
- Iron Gate Pass
Before you choose
- Variable frequency depending on season
- Parking to anticipate in the center
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Lake
Lac Bosten
Bosten is one of the largest inland lakes in China, surrounded by reeds and beaches. Accesses are dispersed and very arranged; choosing an area avoids long driving hours.
River
Rivière Kongque
The river crosses Korla in a succession of parks, bridges and urban walks. In the evening you can observe the local life and the importance of the water in this oasis. Light, wind and season greatly transform the landscape.
Place indismissible
Col de la Porte de Fer
This throat once controlled the passage between Korla The current site mixes historical relief with recent developments that must be distinguished. A slow visit allows you to go beyond the only points of view that are best known.
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