Perched about 1980 meters above sea level at the snow-capped Bagda Peak, The Xinjiang Tianchi (Heavenly Peak) is always a shining star that keeps on attracting the eyes of the world. Located about 115 kilometers to the west of Urumqi, it might take you about 4 hours drive to reach the destination. Throughout the journey, you will be passing through endless desert which might give you a sense of hopeless. But, when you finally arrive at Heavenly Lake, the breathtaking surrounding will definitely keep you impressed and forget all the tiredness along the journey.
The Heavenly Lake is listed as one of the few unspoiled destinations throughout China. When you are here, you can enjoy the picturesque surrounding where the crystal clear water reflecting the snow-capped mountains that soaring into the sky while the lush green lawn is dotted with colorful flowers every here and there. The average temperature within the scenic area is lower than the adjacent city and therefore, it is absolutely a great destination for summer escape.