Photo shows local residents experience the fun of water turning into ice while being splashed in Karamay City, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Tian Guojian)

The winter in Xinjiang is not just for skiers.

There are also a variety of winter activities waiting for you.

From falconry on the snow to ice climbing in the canyon, each experience is filled with fun and surprises.

Let's enjoy the charm of ice and snow together.

Falconry on the snow

Photo shows the display of falconry at Awuliya Township in Yining County of Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Jarken Yimamande)

Kyz kuu

Photo shows Kyz kuu (a traditional Kazak entertainment) performance at the Xigebi Town in Shawan City, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Xu Guangyong)

Fierce competition of Buzkashi

Photo shows a fierce competition of Buzkashi (horseback competition for possession of a goat) at the Kuoketiereke Kirgiz Township in Tekes County, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Zhang Qinghua)

Ice climbing in the canyon

Photo shows an ice climber in a canyon located in Urumqi County, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Shiliuyun - Xinjiang Daily/ Yu Lei)

Ice hockey

Photo shows the members of an ice hockey team of Shuixigou Middle School in Urumqi County train at the school. (Photo by Li He)

Stunning winter wedding photos

Photo shows ski enthusiasts take wedding photos at Jiangjunshan International Ski Resort in Altay City, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Shiliuyun - Xinjiang Daily/ Zhou Peng)

Ice and snow activities

Photo shows a dragon dance performance at Dahekou scenic spot of Bosten Lake in Bohu County, Bayingolin Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Huang Shuangfei)

Photo shows tourists enjoy ice sculptures at the Sayram Lake scenic spot in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Yusup Aini)

Photo shows tourists enjoy snow tubing at the Silk Road Mountain Resort in Urumqi County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Shiliuyun-Xinjiang Daily/Cui Zhijian)

Photo shows local residents enjoy ice entertainment at Hongyan Ice and Snow Park in Korla City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Han Jun)

Photo shows tourists take photos at the Silk Road Mountain Resort in Urumqi County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Wang Fei)

Photo shows tourists enjoy tea and rest in the tent in Gejiagou Snow Village, Shirenzigou Street, Shuimogou District, Urumqi City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Shiliuyun-Xinjiang Daily/ Qin Peng)

Photo shows a winter long-distance running event held in Qierkeqi Township, Altay City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, attracting enthusiastic participation from local residents and tourists. (Photo by Ardak Bashan)

Photo shows skiers and locals dance together at a bonfire party in the Jiangjunshan International Ski Resort in Altay Prefecture, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Ulan Hadiken)

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