The tourist attractions in Zhaosu County are: 1. Zhaosu Shengyou Temple: It is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction and a national key cultural relics protection unit. 2. Xiata Tourist Area: It is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction, located in the Xiata River in Zhaosu County, and is a magical tourist resort. 3. Tianma Cultural Park Scenic Area in the Western Regions: It is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction, located in the Kar grassland of Zhaosu County. 4. Zhaosu County Educated Youth Museum: It is a national AAA-level tourist attraction, located in the lighthouse ranch of Zhaosu County. 5. Kazakh Folk Culture Center of Zhaosu County: It is a national AAA-level tourist attraction, located in Kashagar Town.
Located in the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Zhaosu County is a place full of historical stories and natural beauty. It was once the hometown of Wusun, and it was also invaded by the Tsar**. After the peaceful liberation of Xinjiang, the ownership of Zhaosu County has also undergone many changes. Today, it is under the jurisdiction of the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture.
Let's take a look at some of the most exciting tourist attractions in Zhaosu County
The first attraction we want to introduce is the Zhaosu Shengyou Temple. This is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction and a national key cultural relics protection unit. The temple is located in the northwest of the county, near the Hongnahai River at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains. As soon as you enter the temple, you will be shocked by the scenery of ancient trees towering to the sky and pine cedars covering the sun. The entire temple is arranged along the central axis, and the buildings are scattered, giving people a sense of otherworldliness. The main building is a 17-meter-wide, 7-bay hall, which is high and folded, with a steep roof and four corner cornices to explore the sea. Under the eaves, there are exquisite bucket arches and shoulder shoulders, and the whole building is gilded and powdered, carved beams and painted buildings, and is splendid. On the corridor of the main hall, there are murals such as rare birds and beasts, tigers and lions, and golden deer unicorns, which are breathtaking.
For the second attraction, we come to the Shata tourist area. It is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction located in the Xiata River in Zhaosu County. This place has a magical color, surrounded by the main vein of the Tien Shan Mountains, which is lined with high peaks, and the grasslands of the Shata River are flat and open, and meet the Turks River. The Shata Gorge is an ancient cultural landscape with many attractions that attract people's attention, such as the Wusun Ancient Tombs and the ruins of the ancient city of Xiata. In addition, the Xiata Gorge is also a steep passage on the Silk Road, and it is a must-pass place for the famous "Gongyue Road" in the Tang Dynasty. If you visit the tourist area of Xatta, don't miss its thermal spa resort, which has hot springs of different temperatures to relax your body and mind.
The third scenic spot is to introduce the Tianma Cultural Park Scenic Area in the Western Regions, which is also a national AAAA-level tourist attraction. It is located in the Khal grassland of Zhaosu County, covering an area of 50,000 acres. The environment here is beautiful, the scenery is magnificent, and there are rich landscapes of mountains, rivers and meadows. The Western Regions Tianma Cultural Park is built on the basis of the original Western Regions Racecourse, and its planning scope extends to the Great Karagander River in the east, the Turks River in the south, and the provincial highway S212 in the northwest and north. This scenic spot is a great place to learn about the Pegasus culture, where you can admire the Pegasi living in Zhaosu and learn more about their breeding and life.
If you are interested in history and culture, then the Zhaosu County Educated Youth Museum will be a good choice. This scenic spot is a national AAA-level tourist attraction located in the lighthouse ranch of Zhaosu County. It covers an area of 1,360 square meters, with a construction area of 260 square meters. The Educated Youth Hall shows the whole process of the production and life of the educated youth, and through a large number of **, physical objects and historical background introductions, people have a deeper understanding and feel the experiences and setbacks of that generation. The Educated Youth Museum restores the past time and makes people feel as if they have returned to that special era.
Finally, let's come to the Kazakh Folk Culture Center of Zhaosu County. This scenic spot is also a national AAA-level tourist attraction and is located in the town of Kashagar. The cultural center was built on the basis of an industrial site from the 80s of the last century. The museum includes the Kazakh Ethnic Profile Exhibition, the Grassland Civilization Exhibition Hall, the Kazakh Clothing, Food, Housing and Transportation Series Exhibition Hall, the Eagle Culture Exhibition Hall, the Wood Carving Art Exhibition Hall, etc., showing the unique charm of Zhaosu Grassland Culture. Here, you can learn about the traditional culture of the Kazakh people, feel their unique way of life and folk customs.
There are so many beautiful tourist attractions in Zhaosu County, each with its own characteristics, which attracts many tourists. Whether you like historical culture, natural scenery, or folk culture, Zhaosu County has something for you. So, if you're planning a trip, consider Zhaosu County, and you're sure to have an unforgettable trip.
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