In October, Tongba Scenic Area in Altay City, Xinjiang welcomes its most beautiful autumn days, with golden valley forests, dark green pines mixed with colorful foliage, a winding river valley and clear blue skies. Driving along the Ahe Highway into the gorge, visitors see layer upon layer of color-drenched forests. They come to stroll, take photos and quietly enjoy the autumn scenery amid the mountains and valleys in the warm sunshine.