I often think, how about going on a starry sky trip to Yili? Under the vast starry sky, brew wine and tea, recite poems and read books, be happy, plain, and be your original self. Say goodbye to the busy work, the hustle and bustle of the city and the glitz of reality. When you look up, you can see the deep night, the brilliant starry sky, the rhythmic chirping of insects in the distance, and the long-awaited poems and distant places in your heart. In the vast Xinjiang, self-driving is undoubtedly the best way to travel. Not only can you arrange the itinerary freely, but you can also enjoy the scenery along the way, and more importantly, you can stay away from the city and go deep into the secrets of the minority. The destination of this trip is Yili, Xinjiang. The preferred self-driving car is Beijing Hyundai’s fifth-generation Tucson L. As a loyal car fan of Beijing Hyundai, I have always been attracted by Tucson’s superior performance and high cost performance. As the first Beijing Hyundai fifth-generation Tucson L that perfectly realizes Sensuous Sportiness, it still surprises people continuously: it incorporates design elements of sensual sports, daytime running lights and blackened "Beijing Hyundai" logo are hidden in the front face , the overall style is sharp and tough, and the independently designed daytime running lights add to the "aggressiveness" of the vehicle, which are as sharp as open wings when lit. Beijing Hyundai's fifth-generation Tucson L's side profile is extremely attractive. The dynamic waistline and streamlined design are like a mecha warrior, showing the sense of future design everywhere, which is very sci-fi.
1. Misunderstanding into the mysterious Turks, Xinjiang Bagua City
After picking up the car in Yili, I went straight to Tekes County. If you are not familiar with this county town 116 kilometers away from Yining City, it has a more well-known name: Bagua City, which is also the only building in China. The complete and formal Bagua City has become a must-see in Yili. For us, Turks is a resting place for chasing stars, because although Turks is a county seat, the lights are enough to cover up the splendor of the starry sky, but it is also good to enjoy the night view of Bagua City, which can only be seen under aerial photography. See the unique urban style of Bagua City: the entire county is centered on the garden in the city, eight streets radiate outward, and four ring roads intersect with it, which is particularly magical. In addition, a friendly reminder that private aerial photography is now prohibited in Turks, and you need to apply to the relevant local department before you can fly.
However, when you arrive in Tekes County, you should not rush there, but you should learn more about the culture of the "Book of Changes" here, because this county is taken from the "Book of Changes" in which "the heaven and the earth are connected and all things are connected, and the upper and lower sides are connected." The most suitable place to understand the culture of "Book of Changes" and the city of Eight Diagrams is the Book of Changes Cultural Park in the county.
When you walk into the gate, you can see a statue, which is Xibo Hou Jichang. I believe that everyone will be familiar with him. According to the "Historical Records": "Wen Wang imprisoned and played Zhouyi", that is to say, he deduced the book "Zhouyi" in prison while being imprisoned by King Shang. With the passage of time, "Book of Changes" has gradually become one of the Confucian classics. Its content includes two parts: "Jing" and "Zhuan". ", used for divination, and "Zhuan" contains seven kinds of words that explain hexagrams and lines. There are ten chapters in total and are collectively called "Ten Wings".
Walking in the Cultural Park, you can find many miniature landscapes related to "Book of Changes", such as the Sun and Moon Gate, etc. Walking on the road feels very quiet. Although "Book of Changes" is a classic handed down from ancient times to the present, it is necessary to understand it more, and the contributions of experts and scholars are indispensable. This cultural park is the collection of Professor Liu Dajun, director of the Yi Xue and Ancient Philosophy Research Center of Shandong University. The research results after collation and textual research, especially the Forest of Steles of the Book of Changes engraved in three different texts, Jin, Silk and Bamboo, are worth a visit.
In front of the I Ching Cultural Park is the Cultural Park, and behind it is the playground, which is quite entertaining and educational. The most conspicuous thing in the entire playground is the large Ferris wheel "Tai Chi Eye", which is also the largest Tai Chi in the world. The theme of the Ferris wheel, if you do not apply for an administrative permit for aerial photography, I believe this will be the best place to overlook the entire Turks site.
Although the self-driving route on the first day and the second day is not long, it will not feel very hard, but the climate in Xinjiang is very different from the mainland and is dry. There is a lot of dust along the way, and the weather in Xinjiang is not very good recently, very cold , Many people need to get used to it. Fortunately, there is Beijing Hyundai's fifth-generation Tucson L hidden air-free air conditioner with multiple outlets to send warm air evenly and softly to avoid blowing directly on the body, while PM1.0 The high-grade air conditioner filter can also filter out most of the dust, and the intelligent ecological air conditioner composed of air purification and air internal circulation can keep you comfortable on the road at any time. The interior design of Beijing Hyundai's fifth-generation Tucson L is inspired by Niagara Falls, without too many exaggerated decorations, and the straight lines strengthen the horizontal visual space. It is comfortable, emphasizing the sense of embracing while also giving the interior a stronger sense of integrity.
2. The original Kala Jun, the graceful human prairie
From the Tekes site to the depths of Ili, the road passes through the Kalajun prairie, which is about 30 kilometers away from the county seat. It is the transition zone from the West Tianshan Mountains to the Ili River Valley. There is a simple road between the two It is similar, although it is winding, but the road condition is already very good, not that kind of gravel road. Kalajun itself is Kazakh, which means "wilderness on the ridge". Just like the name, there are not too many entertainment facilities here, but more natural primitive scenery.
But when we arrived at the observation deck, we couldn't help but stop and stop. Standing here and overlooking, the natural gullies of the Kalajun Grassland are like the waves of the sea, rolling up and down all the way to the distance. However, there is a more beautiful name here, called "Human Grassland". These gullies are not only like waves, but also meander like the curves of the human body. Enchanting, I have to sigh at the uncanny craftsmanship of nature.
Although the road here is winding, with multiple switching between mountain roads and high-speed roads, the powerful driving functions of the fifth-generation Tucson L of Beijing Hyundai perfectly meet the needs of various road conditions: based on navigation to identify speed limit zones, cameras and speed limit signs , NSCC that automatically decelerates and restores the original speed, through real-time control of the vehicle, LFA that assists the vehicle to keep driving in the center of the lane, and HDA that maintains the set speed and maintains driving in the center of the lane. The active and passive functions such as the rigid body ensure the safety of driving on the road.
3. Exploring Kuokesu, the Grand Canyon with flocks of cattle and sheep
Passing a bridge by self-driving, you entered another part of the Kalajun prairie, the Kuokesu Grand Canyon, which can be described as the core scenic spot among the five major scenic spots in the Kalajun tourist area. In addition to the alpine grasslands similar to the previous ones, Surrounded by snow-capped peaks in the distance, the ever-lasting ice and snow on the top of the mountain combined with the surging clouds in the sky give people a magnificent beauty.
If the distance is magnificent, then the nearby is beautiful. The unique natural environment and fertile soil here are very suitable for the growth of pasture. Although it looks similar, there are actually hundreds of high-quality pastures growing in the Kalajun Prairie. In fact, in the early 1980s, experts from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations visited here. After evaluation, they believed that the grass quality here is first-class, and it is a rare natural grassland in the world. If you come here, you can see a lot. Animals, flocks of cattle and sheep complement each other with the snow-capped mountains in the distance, don't forget to take a photo of them.
But having said that, self-driving on grasslands is not as good as flat land. The uneven ground will inevitably bump, and the changeable road conditions will also inevitably consume fuel. Beijing Hyundai's fifth-generation Tucson L1.5T turbocharged engine adopts Hyundai's world's first CVVD The continuously variable valve duration technology takes into account the needs of fuel consumption, performance, and environmental protection. There is no need to compromise between performance and fuel efficiency. The duration of valve opening can be reasonably controlled according to different driving conditions, taking into account efficiency, economy and power. The performance makes the driving feel very smooth, the throttle is light and sensitive, and the power feedback is very proportional. During high-speed driving, the acceleration is smooth and smooth, and the fuel consumption is absolutely economical. There is also the highest level of lightweight body in the same class, which allows us to drive smoothly and easily on the grassland, and also makes the journey lighter.
4. Discover Qiongkushitai, a niche secret place in the depths of Ili
After several days of self-driving, we finally arrived at our destination - Qiongkushitai, which is located in the depths of Yili. Many people have never even heard of this place, and it is precisely because of this that it has become a place in Xinjiang. The best place for the most primitive style of the Kazakh people. Most of the houses here are made of wood, and many are even built from a whole log. Although no reinforced concrete is used, the quality of the dwellings here is very good. Some of the dwellings have a history of more than 100 years, which can be called a Kazakh museum.
The small Kazakh village under the mountain is like a paradise isolated from the world. There are no traces of modernization. The houses under the green hills and green land are particularly beautiful. Find a perch where you can breathe. Although the place is primitive, it is not wild. There is water, electricity and even WiFi, so life is naturally very comfortable.
Walking a little further from the village, you can come to the creek, and there is an open space in front of the dense jungle, which is just right for camping and resting. With gurgling streams, green grass, and a pot of tea, the pleasant afternoon tea time has begun. How can this scene be worse than Switzerland?
When the sun sets and the sunset glows in the sky, we set up a bonfire here and wait for the night to come. Although Beijing time is used throughout the country, Xinjiang is too far away from Beijing, and it takes a long time for the sky to get dark. We chatted around the bonfire, and the most beautiful starry sky in Yili in May is waiting for tonight.
The sky was already dark, but the clouds surged up. It was not until two o'clock in the morning that the starry sky appeared half-hidden. Many people think that the starry sky is beautiful, but they don't know how to take pictures. In fact, the method is relatively simple. The first is the external conditions. We need to choose a place without light pollution. For example, we drove to a village far away from the urban area. The starry sky will only appear when we are away from other light sources. The other is the weather. There can be no stars. The second is the shooting equipment. Although many mobile phones also have manual mode, I recommend using a camera. A tripod and a shutter cable are also necessary. Long exposures need to be stable enough. The shake of pressing the shutter with bare hands is enough to blur the photo. Handheld cameras are If there is no way to shoot, you can use the mobile app to control without a shutter release. The last is the technical aspect. The parameters of the camera are generally a large aperture, a long exposure between 20 and 30 seconds, and a moderate ISO, and then switch to manual focus, aim at infinity, and then adjust according to the specific situation. Getting started, the rest is enough practice.
Although the final starry sky is not perfect, it is indeed a perfect self-driving trip. It is worthwhile to appreciate the culture, architecture and natural scenery of Xinjiang along the way. Long-distance self-driving is quite hard, but Beijing Hyundai’s fifth-generation Tucson L has brought great comfort along the way. As the first SUV on the i-GMP platform, its seating space has been fully enhanced, and its lengthened size has reached 2755mm. Even sitting in the back row will not feel crowded, it is very comfortable, and the rear seats can be folded down, which also increases a lot of loading space, which can reach 1904L, which is full of surprises.
After the mobile phone is paired with Bluetooth, it can control the door lock, start the vehicle, start the air conditioner, and replace the function of the car key. The password of the key and the permission to open the trunk can also be shared by multiple people, making it more convenient for multiple people to travel, and the natural voice recognition system can also It can control various functions such as air conditioner, car windows, instrument panel, seat, steering wheel, SVM image, etc., and it can be called immediately, completely freeing your hands.
During your time in Yili, Xinjiang, you can fly freely anywhere here every day, but you can only feel the tip of the iceberg, and the scenery on the road is always in the distance. The grassland at night is still a bit cool, the faint lights in the distance, the sinking darkness, the stars hanging in the night sky, and a cup of warm tea in hand, such a beautiful night.
At the beginning, we hoped for beauty, but as time goes by, the darkness in front of us will slowly swallow up the loneliness, and you always need a way to find yourself, I think, that is here.
Yili, goodbye.
