CNBC AI News reports that the breathtaking Duku Highway, a pivotal route traversing Xinjiang, China, is poised to reopen. The local transportation authority announced via its official WeChat account that the highway has completed snow removal and road surface repairs, now undergoing final safety inspections.
The grand reopening is scheduled for May 31, 2025, and will permit passenger vehicles with seven seats or less to traverse the scenic route. This announcement has already sparked excitement, with anticipation palpable amongst both seasoned travelers and the burgeoning tourism industry.
A representative of the “Collection Duku Commercial Street,” located near the Dushanzi entrance of the highway, confirmed preparations for a reopening ceremony on May 31st. Activities encompassing a stage setup and rehearsals are underway. A fireworks display is also planned, injecting further buzz into the event.
The reopening is already generating considerable buzz. News outlets and social media are awash with photos and videos of travel bloggers and tourists arriving at the Dushanzi entry point to set up and be the first to witness the reopening. Some, fueled by anticipation, have checked into local hotels weeks in advance to be ready to commence their drive.
The Duku Highway spans 561 kilometers, originating in Dushanzi at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains and concluding in Kucha, south of the range. The route itself is celebrated as a visual masterpiece, twisting through the Tianshan Mountains, with snow-capped peaks, glaciers, forests, rivers, grasslands, and desert landscapes punctuated by unique geological formations. The diverse terrain facilitates the experience of “four seasons in a single day,” making the road particularly popular with visitors.
However, the high altitude and mountainous terrain leave the highway susceptible to heavy snowfall, with depths exceeding two meters in places. Due to these harsh winter conditions, the Duku Highway typically operates from June to October.
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