Xinjiang Karamay Dushanzi District — Gate of the Tianshan Mountains, Starting Point of the Duku Highway. Explore the billion-year geological wonder of Dushanzi Grand Canyon, experience world-class road trips, witness the natural miracle of Mud Volcano, and enjoy the magnificent scenery at the northern foot of the Tianshan Mountains.
Cross geological wonders, experience road culture, feel the magnificence of the Tianshan Mountains
Arrive in Dushanzi District, check into hotel, then head to Dushanzi Grand Canyon to admire the canyon wonder formed by billions of years of Tianshan snowmelt erosion. Challenge the canyon glass walkway and visit the cliffside cafe. Capture the golden light of the canyon sunset in the evening.
In the morning, visit the Duku Highway starting monument and museum to learn about the construction history of "China's Most Beautiful Highway". In the afternoon, experience the Tianshan Gate Ski Resort (winter) or hike Qiaoerma Grassland (summer). Enjoy the Dushanzi city night view in the evening.
In the morning, visit the Mud Volcano group to observe the rare geological eruption phenomenon. Tour the Dushanzi First Oil Well site. In the afternoon, head to Shazi Grassland to experience Kazakh nomadic culture (summer) or participate in ice peak exploration (winter). Buy specialty souvenirs before ending the trip.
Grassland free-range lamb simply boiled in water, tender meat without gamey flavor, served with onion, embodying the nomadic people's original culinary tradition.
Local improved version of big plate chicken, using Tianshan free-range chicken with hand-pulled wide noodles, rich sauce and chewy noodles that absorb the flavor.
Fresh lamb rack marinated with secret spices, slow-roasted in a tandoor for 2 hours until crispy outside and tender inside, served with naan bread.
Made with wild mushrooms collected from the Tianshan Mountains, simmered with grassland lamb — delicious and nutritious, suitable for the highland climate.