Altay: Where 10,000-Year Ski Traditions Fuel China’s Winter Boom
Altay in Xinjiang offers 180-day snow seasons, 770,000 winter visitors, and a 10,000-year ski tradition – Asia’s fastest-growing powder paradise.
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Xinjiang Launches First Ice & Snow Scenic Train
Xinjiang Railway’s first ice & snow-themed train, ‘China Snow Capital My Altay,’ launched on Jan 2, 2026, taking 300+ travellers from Urumqi to Altay with snowflake-carriages, culture & cuisine.
Altay’s Winter Wonderland: Where Snow Meets Adventure
Discover Altay’s winter magic in mainland China’s Xinjiang Uygur region, where hot air balloons and paragliders bring adventure to snowy peaks ❄️🎈
Frozen Masterpieces: Yuan Wenyu’s 25-Year Journey in Altay
Discover Yuan Wenyu’s 25-year journey in Altay, Xinjiang, as she transforms ancient petroglyphs into stunning ice art that celebrates rich tradition.
Snow Monster A-Le: Altay’s Joyful Cultural Icon
Discover Snow Monster A-Le, Altay’s cultural icon born from snowy childhood memories and artistic passion—a symbol of joy and invitation.
Altay Enlivens Winter: Youthful Tourism Takes Off
Altay in Xinjiang glows this winter with skiing, festivals, and a young local’s success in turning his homestay into a social hotspot.
Altay’s Pastures Buzz with 1M+ Grazing Livestock
Over 1M heads of livestock have arrived in Altay’s spring-autumn pastures in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, marking a vibrant seasonal tradition.
Gliding Through Time: The Ancient Fur Skis of Altay 🏂
Discover the ancient fur skis of Altay, Xinjiang, and how this age-old tradition is still sliding into the hearts of adventure seekers today!