Kurustai Grassland
库鲁斯台草原
A vast plain grassland southwest of Tacheng, with the Emin River, willow groves and lakes. It is habitat for the great bustard, a nationally first-class protected bird.
Kurustai Grassland lies about 30 km southwest of Tacheng city and spans Tacheng city, Emin County and Yumin County. It is considered one of Xinjiang’s largest high-quality plain grasslands. The Emin River flows through it, and there are patches of willow forest, wetlands and lakes. Cattle and sheep graze here in large numbers in summer, and the grassland is home to rare birds such as the great bustard. It is a 3A-rated scenic area. Visits focus on driving, sightseeing and photography, with few facilities, so bring your own water. The grassland is managed under ecological protection regulations, so do not leave the roads and drive over the grass.
Opening hours
All day