# Salt Lake Ecotourism Area (盐湖生态旅游区)

Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region · Northwest, China · Guidebook rating: 3/5
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## Key facts

- **Admission:** ¥19.9
- **Address:** Salt Field Third Road, Yantian Subdistrict, Dabancheng District
- **Good for:** Wildlife

## About Salt Lake Ecotourism Area

Locals call it the 'Dead Sea of China', a name earned from the abundant salt it produces. Walking on the salt feels like walking on a salty snowfield. You can drive into the salt lake or park at the entrance. Few visitors come here, and if you have children, bringing a small spade for them to play with is great fun.

## Tips from the guidebook

- It can be quite windy, so take care to protect yourself from the wind and sun.

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 818. Prices, hours and transport details are as printed in the August 2024 edition and may have changed. Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
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