Snow-clad Tianshan creates winter wonderland in NW China's Xinjiang

Photo taken on Nov 14, 2025 shows the snow-covered Tianchi Lake Scenic Area in Fukang City, Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The white-capped Bogda Peak contrasts with dark spruce forests while visitors boat across the ink-wash painting-like landscape. (Tao Weiming/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on Nov 14, 2025 shows tourists exploring the winter scenery at Tianchi Lake in Xinjiang. The UNESCO World Heritage site offers breathtaking views of snow-dusted mountains and frozen lakeshores during the early winter season. (Tao Weiming/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on Nov 14, 2025 shows tourists exploring the winter scenery at Tianchi Lake in Xinjiang. The UNESCO World Heritage site offers breathtaking views of snow-dusted mountains and frozen lakeshores during the early winter season. (Tao Weiming/Guangming Pictures)