This winter, Xinjiang is serving up subzero stardom with its reinvented icy playgrounds! The Tianshan Mountains have become a viral-worthy hub for "freeze-tok" adventures, where travelers race down glass-like slopes on ice slides 🛷 and compete in desert-snow hybrid sports at Bosten Lake.
Sand, Snow & Sizzling Pots
Imagine grilling hot pot on a frozen lake while watching ice vessel races zoom past – that’s Xinjiang’s 2026 vibe. Local Uygur communities are blending traditional hospitality with frosty innovations, creating Insta-perfect moments like snow camel rides 🐪 against desert dunes.
Why It’s Cool
Tourism officials report a 40% surge in winter visitors this year, driven by Gen-Z thrill-seekers and culture-curious explorers. Pro tip: Nighttime ice parks with neon-lit sculptures are this season’s hidden gem ✨.
