Sayram Lake in May: A gamble that paid off

Sayram Lake's beauty in May needs no filter. ☁ It's like nature's palette has been overturned. The lake is a mesmerizing blue, the forest and meadows are lush green, Oriental poppies dance in the breeze at the foot of the snow-capped mountains, Golden lotus and buttercup flowers blanket the slopes, Swans swim in pairs on the lake, Every frame is so beautiful that it's "worth the ticket price." However… Sayram Lake in May also has its "quirks." Want to take stunning photos? You need to do your homework.📝 📷Must-visit photo spots in May👇 📍Oriental Poppy Sea: A hidden gem next to the public restroom on Borhan Mountain 📍Swan Couple: Kereyungguer (recommended to arrive before 8am to avoid crowds) 📍Little Yellow Flower Slope: 500 meters from Swan Lake towards the South Gate 📍S-bend Photo Spot: Demu Plank Road's famous bend 👀Flowering Season Information👇 🌷Wild Tulips (Apr 15–May 30): Sayram Lake exclusive 🌷Dzungarian Wallflower (May 1–Jun 10): Qinshuitang exclusive 🌷White Crocus (from Apr 20): Harbinger of early spring 🌷Alpine Primrose (May 1–Jul 15): Center stage of the Xihai Grassland 🌷Altai Golden Lotus (Jun 1–Aug 31): Midsummer exclusive 🌷Multi-rooted Buttercup (May 1–Jun 30): Hidden gem of Songshutou ⚠️Tips to avoid pitfalls👇 ✨Windbreaker + sunscreen are essential (UV alert) ✨The weather changes faster than you can turn a page! Check the weather forecast in advance. ✨The temperature difference between day and night is 10°C+. Bring a thermos and sunglasses. ✨The shuttle bus goes clockwise around the lake (east in, south out). It is recommended to sit on the right side. ✨During peak season, the shuttle bus leaves when full and does not stop midway. ✨Yining ↔ Sayram Lake shuttle bus: 49 yuan/person (departure at 9:30am/10:00am)