Wensu Grand Canyon of Tumur, A Geologic Marvel of Colors and Forms

Borzyndun Ke'erkexi Kazak Ethnic Township, Wensu County, Aksu Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
One of the best canyon scenic spots in China currently
4.8
Natural scenery

Introduction

The Daxiagu Canyon in Wensu County is located in the southern part of the Tianshan Mountains, near the edge of the Tumur Peak National Nature Reserve. This place used to be a must-pass place on the ancient ChaTe Road of the South and North Tianshan Road, and the locals call it "Kuduluk Daxiagu", meaning "dangerous and mysterious". The canyon tourist exploration area is 50 kilometers long, with five types of landforms including Danxia, Yadan, Sub-Yadan, rock salt karst, and unique salt hill bottom fissures, making it a living geological history textbook. Here, you will see countless grotesque stone peaks and stroll through the quiet canyon to unleash your imagination. Moreover, because there are few tourists, the beauty here can be exclusively enjoyed!
Address
Borzyndun Ke'erkexi Kazak Ethnic Township, Wensu County, Aksu Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
Opening hours
10:00-19:00 (All day) (January 1st-December 31st, Monday-Sunday)
Transportation
Urumqi has planes and trains to Aksu City. After arriving in Aksu, you can charter a car to the scenic area. The distance from the city to Wensu Canyon is about one hour's drive.
Phone 0997-2930188

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