The "emerald" is associated with a sad love story in Xinjiang.
Known as the "emerald" of Xinjiang (China), Sayram Lake has become a famous place attracting young people because of its scenery and the love story behind it. Sayram Lake is located at an altitude of 2,000 m, with an area of 458 km2in the Borala Mongolian Autonomous Region. It is the largest freshwater lake in the world and is located at the highest point.
In Kazak, Sayram means "blessing". This largest and highest mountain lake in Xinjiang is about 70 million years old, formed by the movement of tectonic plates deep below the Himalayas. However, the long-time indigenous residents here have an interesting explanation. They believe that the origin of Sayram Lake is linked to the tearful love story of an ancient Kazak couple.
The enchanting beauty of Sayram Lake in Xinjiang
According to legend, there was a young man who fell in love with a girl in the village. However, because she was so beautiful, her beauty accidentally seduced an evil demon and he kidnapped her to be his wife. The girl tried to escape from the demon but failed. At the end of her rope, she jumped off a cliff, determined to commit suicide to show her loyalty to the person she loved.
This place is associated with a sad love story, a legend that has been passed down by the people for a long time.
As for the boy, after hearing the news, he also decided to jump into the abyss where the girl fell to reunite with her. The painful tears of both of them created the fullness of Lake Sayram today. And that is why the lake is also known as "the last tear of the Atlantic".
Life is not complete without a visit to Sayram Lake
Young Chinese people also tell each other that "life is not complete without visiting Sayram Lake". Therefore, the number of young people sharing their experiences of traveling to Xinjiang Lake and Sayram Lake is increasing.
Fall in love with a destination with magical beauty straight out of a fairy tale
Located at an altitude of more than 2,000 m above sea level, the lake shines like a precious gem in the middle of Xinjiang, attracting people with its unique and wonderful natural beauty. This land is surrounded by towering mountains, with peaks covered in pristine white snow, creating an impressive wild and majestic landscape.
The place is known as "the last tear of the Atlantic" because this is the farthest place to feel the warm air of the Atlantic Ocean.
At the foot of the mountain, the vast green grasslands stretch out, adding to the majestic and attractive natural beauty of this land. The surface of the immense lake reflects the deep blue sky and the fluffy white clouds, creating a dreamy and delicate space. When the sunlight shines down, the lake surface sparkles with golden light, creating a beautiful and romantic picture.
The scenery surrounding the lake is warm and beautiful, blending with majestic nature.
The captivating beauty here not only surprises visitors but also captivates their hearts with deep and stimulating emotions. This is an ideal place for visitors to relax, enjoy the fresh air and admire the wild beauty of nature.
Sayram Lake takes on a new look each season. However, June to November is the best time to visit the lake. At this time, flocks of swans come here to feed and enter the mating season. On the shore, many flocks of sheep and cattle of nomads come to graze. The harmonious blend of the rhythm of life in the wild steppe has created a lively "masterpiece" of Sayram.
In July and August, Mongolians and Kazaks gather in the fields to celebrate the Nadam Festival. The event lasts for six days and includes competitions such as horse racing, wrestling and archery. Herders from the surrounding areas also attend the festival in traditional national costumes. In addition, the event also brings together many cultural performances such as dancing, singing, jumping and a “girl chasing” competition.
Many events take place here attracting tourists to visit.
The land is blessed by mother nature with an eye-catching beauty
Besides experiencing local cultural festivals, visitors can go horse riding or boating to see the scenery, with rental prices of about 20 CNY (70,000 VND) a day. With its poetic scenery, Sayram Lake attracts many visitors to take wedding photos and enjoy their honeymoon.
Sayram Lake is one of the four most beautiful lakes in Xinjiang, along with Kanas, Ulungur and Bostan Lakes. The entrance fee to visit the lake is 10 CNY (35,000 VND).
To get here, visitors can travel by domestic flights, lasting 4 hours from the capital Beijing to Urumqi city. There are about 14 flights connecting the two cities every day. After arriving in Urumqi, you can take a bus from Yining station, Jiefang Road to Sayram Lake. The trip will last about 3 hours.
