Xinjiang / 新疆
Xinjiang is an autonomous region in northwest China, known for its deserts, mountains, grasslands, lakes, and diverse cultures. It is a great destination for visitors who want to enjoy beautiful natural scenery, experience local ethnic traditions, and explore the ancient Silk Road. Xinjiang is suitable for adults, families, photographers, hikers, road trip travelers, and visitors interested in history and culture because many attractions are spread across different cities.
Highlights:
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Heavenly Lake (天山天池) – A beautiful alpine lake surrounded by the Tianshan Mountains.
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Kashgar Old City (喀什古城) – A historic town with traditional Uyghur architecture, markets, and local culture.
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Nalati Grassland (那拉提草原) – One of China's most beautiful grasslands, popular for horse riding and nature tours.
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Flaming Mountains (火焰山) – A famous red mountain range near Turpan, known for its hot climate and connection to the Chinese novel Journey to the West.
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Taklamakan Desert (塔克拉玛干沙漠) – One of the world's largest deserts, offering unique desert landscapes and adventure experiences.
Best Time to Visit:
May to October (spring to autumn) - Weather is warm and most scenic area are open, also comfortable temperatures.
Note: Summer best season for grasslands, lakes, and mountain scenery. But winter with snow activity better in northern Xinjiang.
Ideal Stay:
7 days and 6 night
Note: Xinjiang its more suitable to visit for long period and not as city transit to visit. Because xinjiang offer diversity of nature.
Suitable For:
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All ages
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Visitors that love all kind of nature.
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Visitors that interest on photographers, hikers, and road trip.
Airport Name (distance to city centre):
Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (乌鲁木齐天山国际机场), 26 km to the city centre, 30 minutes by cars and 1 hours 30 minutes by metro.
Train Station Name (distance to city centre):
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Ürümqi Railway Station (乌鲁木齐站) 12 km to the city centre, 20 minutes by car and 1 hours 10 minutes by public bus
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Ürümqi South Railway Station (乌鲁木齐南站), 5,8 km to the city centre, 12 minutes by cars and 40 minutes by public bus