Hemu Village, located in Kanas, is considered as "the first village in China", known for its attractive and primitive charm. It boasts exquisite wooden houses, small bridges, flowing water, snow-capped peaks, forests, grasslands, blue skies, and white clouds, creating a magnificent and unique setting.
Introduction of Hemu Village
Hemu is the paradise of photographers, Many might have already heard of the serene beauty of Kanas Lake, but here in Hemu Village, the green grassland, boundless forest, and misty snowcapped mountains welcome you to a hidden Chinese fairyland. the scenic Area is located in Burqin County, Altay District, about 30 kilometers east of Kanas Lake. It is a small village inhabited by Kazakhs and Tuwa people. Generally, tourists will visit Hemu Village and Kanas Lake Scenic Area together when they visit North Xinjiang.
Must-visit Places in Hemu Village
1) The primitive villages and Tuva ethnic group in Hemu
Hemu Village is the largest and most remote of the three residences of the Tuva ethnic group. The other two are Kanas Village and Baihaba Village, both located in Xinjiang. The locals have maintained their simple and ancient lifestyle, with many still making a living through animal husbandry. The residential area is characterized by scattered wooden houses, with roofs generally nailed with wood. Additionally, each door opens to the east.
2) Hemu River and Hemu Viewing Platform
Opposite the residential area lies the Hemu River, which is fed by water from the nearby snow-capped mountain. There are two bridges over the river known as the Hemu Bridges. One bridge is for visitors to access the Hemu viewing platform, while the other is primarily used by local herders and their livestock.
Hemu Village is a paradise for photographers, offering stunning opportunities to capture both sunrises and sunsets. As night falls, the sky becomes adorned with countless stars, creating a mysterious and mesmerizing view. Visitors can simply lie down on the ground, gaze at the stars, and clear their mind.
Best Time to Hemu Village
The best season for visiting Hemu Village is from June to October, at this time, the birch trees on both sides of the village have golden leaves, and the top of the mountain begins to snow into a small snow mountain, like a fairy tale.
1) Visit Hemu Village during the Autumn season
Many simply can't resist the temptation to visit Hemu Village during the autumn season when the golden leaves cast a glow over the whole village. The mountains and forests are reflected in the water, forming a surreal watercolor painting. You might also be able to witness the lake change its color several times a day.
2) Visit Hemu Village during the Winter season
Growing winter tourism has given the homestay business a shot in the arm in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. Diverse winter fun programs and more trains and flights have heated up the region's winter. Local authorities now offer more than 130 tourism activities through March last year, and major scenic spots provide free or discounted skiing and dining tickets. Hemu has special winter activities almost every week, such as ski and bonfire parties."I'd never seen so much snow in my life, and it was fun to ski and play in the snow in ways the locals recommended," says a traveler, who was also impressed by the homestays in Hemu, where he experienced local winter folk activities.
Transportation To Hemu Village:
①Car
Drive from Urumqi, about 650 km (10 hours), the road is mostly highway and can be traveled by car.
②Flight
Urumqi (80 minutes flight)-Kanas Airport (cab about 50KM, 100RMB)-Woqi Village Ticket Station
③Train
Urumqi(about 9.5 hours)-Beitun city transfer bus to Burqin county-transfer bus to Woqi village ticket station.
Remark
Beitun City has no direct shuttle bus to Womucun ticket station, Beitun city has a direct shuttle bus to Burqin County (20¥), all day 8:00-20:00 running bus Burqin County has a direct shuttle bus to Womucun ticket station (60¥). Departure time is 10:00 a class, 16:00 a class; can also be Beitun city directly to the Womu Village ticket station carpooling (150¥ direct).
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