Source: CCTV.com

07-17-2008 09:21

The Kanas National Geo-park, a famous resort in the Aletai region of the Xinjiang Uygor Autonomous Region, has just opened to the public.

The Kanas National Geo-park, a famous resort in the Aletai region of the Xinjiang Uygor Autonomous Region, has just  opened to the public.

Kanas geological park, with an area of nearly 900 square kilometres, is endowed with varied and diverse natural habitats. There are glaciers, forests, grasslands, lakes and rivers. The park is considered to be of particular significance for its abundant varieties of plants and animals.

The Kanas Geo-park was established to protect the unique natural scenery, wildlife and cultural artifacts of the area. Local government has invested more than 8 million yuan, or more than one million US dollars to map out the plan of incorporation.