Xinjiang Karamay Baijiantan District — City of Oil, Pearl of the Gobi. Stroll through the White Beach geological wonder, traverse the spectacular derrick clusters of the Hundred Mile Oil Zone, encounter the wetland ecology of Erike Lake, and experience the perfect fusion of industry and nature.
Explore geological wonders, appreciate industrial landscapes, experience wetland ecology
Arrive in Baijiantan District, check into hotel, then head to White Beach to explore the saline-alkali geological wonder. Traverse the Hundred Mile Oil Zone in the afternoon to photograph the spectacular derrick clusters. Enjoy the Gobi sunset in the evening.
Head to Erike Lake Wetland Park in the morning for bird watching and scenery appreciation. Visit the Oil Culture Plaza in the afternoon to learn about the history of oil field development. Purchase specialty souvenirs before departure.
Wild fish from Erike Lake charcoal-grilled, crispy skin and tender meat, seasoned with Xinjiang special spices — unique flavor.
Locally grazed alkali flat sheep, with unique meat quality due to eating plants from the saline-alkali land, simply boiled in water reveals delicious flavor.