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Sep 4, 2024 · Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region travel information about location in China, climate, history and attractions in cities like Urumqi, Turpan, Kashgar, Hotan, Korla, Ili and Karamay.
Jul 22, 2024 · Lying at the north foot of the Tianshan Mountain, Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture is in the west of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, bounded on the northeast by Russia and Mongolia, on the west by Kazakhstan. The capital of Ili is situated in Yining City.
Jan 25, 2020 · China Xinjiang map shows major cities, roads and attractions in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region; a Turpan map shows major tour itineraries and scenic spots.
Aug 8, 2024 · In Kashgar, visitors can experience the most essential parts of Uyghur folk customs, culture, architecture, and the Xinjiang-style bazaar in the old city of Kashgar.
Jul 17, 2024 · The best 10 things to do in Xinjiang and the must-see places are as follow: visiting Heavenly Lake, Kanas Nature Reserve, Sayram Lake, Bayanbulak Grassland, Nalati Grassland, International Grand Bazaar, Takla Makan Desert, Kashgar Old Town, and the Ancient City of Jiaohe and tasting authentic Xinjiang cuisine.
Jul 22, 2024 · Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in northwest China, is just like a piece of emerald embedded at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains. As home to 49 minority ethnic groups, this graceful prairie city is an important stop along the ancient Silk Road, leading to Central Asia and even as far as Europe.
Korla in the center of Xinjiang is the capital of Bayingolin and the second-largest city of Xinjiang. In history, Korla was the throat of the middle road of the Silk Road. Now, this ancient oasis has developed into an important transportation hub and material distribution center in the Xinjiang.
Jul 22, 2024 · Hotan is a historic city where a brilliant ancient civilization including the Kunlun mythology was created. The mythology influenced by Taoism mainly records a series of stories about the gods, goddesses of ancient China. Hetian is also the main producing area of Hetian jade, one of four high-quality jade in China.
Jul 22, 2024 · It is the hottest place in China, with the highest temperature of 47.8 ℃ (118 ℉) in summer and 89 ℃ (192 ℉) on the surface. Tourists can also explore the magic Karez system which is actually a unique water intake project in Xinjiang and witness the ancient city ruins in the desert.
Apr 12, 2021 · Located in the eastern part of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Turpan, which was called Gaochang in ancient times (from 328AD to 1275AD), is an important place on the Silk Road. Lying in the Turpan Basin, it is at the lowest-elevation anywhere in China.
