Fuyun County

Home of Koktokay, where the Irtysh Grand Canyon blazes with autumn colors and Mine No. 3 testifies to a mining legend.

Fuyun County belongs to Altay Prefecture in Xinjiang, on the southern slopes of the Altai Mountains, where the Irtysh River rises. The Koktokay Scenic Area in the county is known for natural scenery such as the Irtysh Grand Canyon, Shenzhong Mountain and Lake Kelan, and in autumn the birch and poplar turn golden, making a dazzling view; Koktokay Mine No. 3 is a famous rare-metal mine site with a special industrial history. Winters are cold, and you can also try ice and snow activities. Mid-to-late September is the best time for autumn colors. Fuyun Koktokay Airport serves the county.

Destinations

• Koktokay

Itineraries

• North Xinjiang Grand Loop: Kanas, Ili & Duku Highway – Depart from Urumqi to loop through Altay, Sayram Lake, and Ili, returning via the northern section of the Duku Highway
• Golden Autumn in Altay: Kanas & Hemu – A spectacular autumn journey through Koktokay, Ulungur Lake, Hemu, Kanas, and Baihaba, ending with the Ahe Highway
• Altay Winter Ski & Snow Village Loop – In and out of Altay, skiing at Jiangjun Mountain, Jikepulin, and Koktokay, while enjoying the snowscapes of Hemu and Ka…