We parked Sura, readied nm overnight pack of what we would need for
our stay and boarded the transfer busses. Up a steep and winding access road for
about 30 minutes brought us to the transfer station where we got on electric
trolleys for the last leg. As we arrived at the lake it started to rain and
continued until we left the following morning.
We were met by our yurt hosts and taken by truck to the camp where we
settled in for some free time relaxing. In between showers we walked to the lake
and toured the temple and monastery. A bus load of brides arrived, along with
their grooms in tow, for picture taking. At one point we counted over 100 of
them, flouncing around in beautiful gowns and umbrellas. Each followed by a
photographer and a stager. Very amusing!
We all shared on yurt, enjoyed dinner of rice and veggies, and slept
through the night amidst snoring and raindrops.
Morning was no different. Yet even with the rain and low hanging
clouds it was still quite beautiful and peaceful. We packed up around 9am and
headed back to Sura for our six hour drive to Turpan.
Google "heavenly lake Urumqi" for some amazing photos I wasn't able
to take due to the weather.
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