The vast forest of poplar trees turns yellow every autumn in Shaya County of Aksu Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, October 21, 2023. /CFP

A cultural festival kicked off in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in a location famed for its vast forest of poplar trees. Every autumn, the area is transformed into a wonderland featuring golden poplar tree leaves. The festival has attracted many visitors with its song and dance performances and array of local delicacies.