Kanas Nature Reserve
The entire nature reserve occupies 2,200 square kilometers and contains snow mountains, glaciers, forests, flowers, lakes, meadows and almost all varieties of natural beauty. There are 798 species of trees, 39 kinds of animals, 117 kinds of birds and more than 300 species of insects.As a part of the Kanas Lake area, Kanas Nature Reserve lies in the northern part of Burqin County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It was established in 1980 as the "pure land of the world" due to its unspoiled original natural scenery.
Since 2001, Kanas Nature Reserve has been designated an AAAAA Scenic Area, a national forest park and a national geological park. It is also considered a paradise for travelers and hikers.
Travel tips:
Best time to visit: July to September
Admission: 100 yuan