Bandir Blue Lake

【Introduction】: Located in Bandir Township, Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County, Kashgar, Xinjiang. It is known as a sapphire on the Pamir Plateau. ⛺【Name Origin】: Mainly due to its geographical location and lake water features. On the one hand: It is located near Bandir Township, so it is named after the place, called "Bandir Blue Lake". On the other hand, the lake presents a stunning blue color. This blue color is pure, deep and changeable, shining with charming brilliance under the sun. "Blue Lake" highlights the main feature of the lake water. 【Formation Reason】: Bandir Blue Lake was originally a river. Later, due to the construction of the Xia Ban Reservoir, the lake was formed after artificial water storage. The lake water comes from glacial meltwater, and the water contains a high concentration of minerals, making the lake water present a deep blue color all year round. The color of the lake water changes with the light and angle. Sometimes it is dark blue, sometimes it is light blue, and sometimes it presents purple, green, etc. It is a rare natural wonder. The lake is surrounded by exposed rocks of the Kunlun Mountains, presenting a gray-white color, forming a sharp contrast with the blue lake water, giving a sense of cold and deep beauty. You can also see the snow on the top of the mountain from time to time. 🚌【Transportation Strategy】: Charter/Drive/Share a ride 👉【Itinerary】: Day1: Kashgar-Baisha Lake-Karakul Lake-Tree Hole Highway-Taheman Wetland-Stay in Ta County (about 330 kilometers 6 hours) Day2: Ta County-Panlong Ancient Road-Bandir Blue Lake-Kaner Yang Village-Muztag Glacier Park-Stay in Kashgar (about 450 kilometers 8 hours) 🧡【Preparation】: 1. There is no place to eat nearby, it is recommended to prepare a simple meal in advance for consumption 2. You can make a short stop along the way, it is recommended to choose a safe place to park and watch 3. There is no shelter by the lake, avoid falling 4. Try not to run, jump or do strenuous exercise in the plateau area