Sairam Lake is located in Bole City, Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China. It is the highest and largest high-altitude lake in the Tianshan Mountains and is known as the "last tear of the Atlantic".
Sairam: In Kazakh, it means "wish", and in Mongolian, it means "lake on a mountain ridge".
The Last Tear of the Atlantic: Because water vapor from the Atlantic forms precipitation here, nourishing this lake, hence the poetic name.
The color of Lake Selim varies with seasons and weather, presenting different shades such as deep blue, emerald green, and green. Especially under sunlight, the lake surface shimmers like a sapphire embedded in the Tianshan Mountains.
Four Seasons Scenery
Spring (May June): Wildflowers bloom by the lake, forming a magnificent sea of flowers such as golden lotus and wild poppies.
Summer (July August): The grassland is emerald green, and the lake water is deep blue, making it a summer resort.
Autumn (September October): The grassland is golden, and the snow capped mountains and lake water complement each other, with rich color layers.
Winter (November to April of the following year): The lake freezes over, with a thickness of up to 1 meter, forming a unique blue ice spectacle. Scenes such as ice bubbles and cracks are stunning.
Cycling/self driving around the lake: Enjoy the lake scenery from different angles along the lake road.
Hiking Adventure: There are multiple hiking routes by the lake, delving deep into grasslands and mountains.
Photography: Sunrise and sunset, starry sky and Milky Way, blue ice wonders, etc. are all excellent subjects for photography.
Winter Blue Ice Experience: In winter, the lake freezes over and you can walk on the ice surface to enjoy the wonders of ice bubbles and cracks.
Tasting High White Salmon: A specialty cold water fish from the lake, with delicious meat that is not to be missed.
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Voltage and socket
The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese fixed-line phone in China, it is necessary to dial the China area code (+86) and the city area code (e.g. Beijing +10) before the fixed-line phone number to be dialed.
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese mobile number, it is necessary to dial the Chinese area code (+86) before the mobile number of the person being called.
Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
Traffic police: 122
Emergency: 120
Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
At major airports serving as ports of entry in China, there are designated counters for communication service providers, such as China Mobile and China Unicom. Foreign tourists can purchase SIM cards for Chinese mobile phones simply by presenting their passports.
Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
It is recommended to purchase relevant insurance before departure, and properly keep diagnosis certificates, outpatient medical records, fee lists, prescriptions, invoices, etc.
Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
