Xinjiang, People's Republic of China
Tekes et Kalajun
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Radially-planed city and vast hilly meadows give an original reading of the southern Ili Valley.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · Mountain · Countryside · Nature
Good accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Tekes et Kalajun
Radially-planed city and vast hilly meadows give an original reading of the southern Ili Valley.
To understand what Tekes and Kalajun are, you have to look at the Prairies of Kalajun, Tekes and Tekes Valley. These places give you a view of a territory marked by urban life, mountain reliefs, countryside and natural spaces and allow you 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
- Grasslands of Kalajun
- Tekes
- Tekes Valley
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.
Nature and landscape
Prairies de Kalajun
Kalajun unfolds grassy hills, ravines and views of the snow-covered Tian Shan peaks. The different areas are far away and shuttles occupy a significant part of the day. A slow tour allows you to go beyond the only points of view that are best known.
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Tekes
Tekes is known for its radial urban plan inspired by the bagua, now very visible from the heights. On the ground, markets and streets give more interest than the only promotional geometry.
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Vallée de Tekes
The valley of Tekes alternate fields, pastures and foothills of Tian Shan south of Ili. Secondary roads are long and local controls must be integrated into the program.
Practical tips
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