Ever wondered what happens after the crowds leave and the slopes go quiet at one of Asia's top ski destinations? At Jikepulin International Ski Resort in Altay Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the magic really starts when the stars come out. ❄️🌌
In the 2024-2025 season, daily visitor numbers soared to record highs, with skiers and snowboarders flocking to this winter wonderland. But once the lifts stop and the mountain drifts silent, it's snowcat operator Tudjiang Pana's time to shine.
Picture Tudjiang gliding through freezing darkness, his headlights cutting through the cold. Armed with his trusty snowcat 🚜, he carves moonlit grooves on the snowy canvas, grooming the trails until they're silky smooth for the next day's adventure.
This nightly ritual is more than a job—it's a passion project that keeps Jikepulin's slopes pristine and shows how China's love for winter sports is snowballing. Whether you're a seasoned shredder or a first-timer, Jikepulin promises epic vibes from dawn to dusk (and back again). ⛷️🌙
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Xinjiang Dawn to Dusk | Yinshi: Moonlit grooves on snow canvas
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