Travel Guide

The Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum is the only provincial comprehensive museum in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region of China, and also a national first-class museum. It houses a rich collection of cultural relics, showcasing the diverse history, culture, and ethnic customs of the Xinjiang region, serving as a window to understand Xinjiang's history, culture, and ethnic groups. The museum features several permanent exhibitions, including the Exhibition of Historical Relics of Xinjiang, the Exhibition of Ethnic Customs of Xinjiang, and the Exhibition of Ancient Mummies and Their Costumes in Xinjiang, and is particularly famous for ancient mummy relics such as the 'Beauty of Loulan'.

The Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar is an Islamic bazaar located in Urumqi, Xinjiang, China. It is one of the largest bazaars in the world, integrating Islamic culture, architecture, ethnic commerce, tourism, and entertainment. It is also one of the most famous landmarks in Urumqi and even Xinjiang. The Grand Bazaar covers an area of 4000 square meters and features an 80-meter-high sightseeing tower, an open-air mosque, an opera house, and a food court.

The Tianshan Grand Canyon, located in Urumqi County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, is a national forest park and a China 5A-level scenic area. It is over 40 kilometers away from Urumqi city, with a total scenic area of 1038.48 square kilometers, an average altitude of over 2000 meters, and an average annual temperature of 4-6°C. The grand canyon has complex terrain, featuring crisscrossing ravines and undulating mountains. The main river is the Urumqi River, a seasonal river formed by glaciers and snowmelt, which flows north-south through the grand canyon.

Hongshan Park is a landmark scenic spot in Urumqi, named for its ochre-red mountain body. The park features unique attractions such as Hongshan Pagoda and the Great Buddha Temple. It is a great place for citizens to relax, entertain, climb high for views, and overlook the city scenery of Urumqi. The park combines natural scenery with historical culture, serving as an important window to understand the historical changes of Urumqi.

Miao'ergou Waterfall Scenic Area is located in Shuixigou Town, Urumqi County, Urumqi City, and is famous for its magnificent waterfall landscape. With beautiful mountains and clear waters, and a pleasant environment, it is an ideal place for leisure vacations, sightseeing, and tourism.

The Urumqi Museum is an important museum in Urumqi, showcasing the history, culture, and natural heritage of Urumqi and its surrounding areas. The museum houses a rich collection of cultural relics and specimens, disseminating scientific and cultural knowledge to the public through its exhibitions. It enjoys a high reputation locally and is an important venue for understanding Urumqi's history and culture.

Silk Road International Ski Resort is located in Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is a national AAAA-level scenic area, one of China's top ten ski resorts, and also a national alpine skiing training base. The ski resort boasts beginner, intermediate, and advanced slopes, as well as advanced facilities like alpine cable cars, drag lifts, and magic carpets. It also offers services such as ski lessons, ski equipment rental, dining, and accommodation. With excellent snow quality and pleasant scenery, it is an ideal place for winter sports and leisure vacations.

Urumqi Water Park · Happy World is an amusement venue located in Tianshan District, Urumqi City, offering a variety of leisure and entertainment facilities.

The International Grand Bazaar Performing Arts Theater is located on the 4th floor of Building 4, Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, No. 510 Jiefang South Road, Urumqi, Xinjiang. It is a sports and leisure service venue, offering cinema and theater services. The theater is famous for its unique ethnic song and dance performances and is an important window for understanding Xinjiang culture and customs.

Urumqi People's Park, also known as West Park, is a large comprehensive park in the center of Urumqi. It is a scenic area and park square, providing citizens with a place for leisure, walking, and enjoying the scenery.

Urumqi Botanical Garden is located at No. 916 Beijing Middle Road, Xinshi District, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Autonomous Region. It is a comprehensive botanical garden integrating scientific research, popular science education, and tourism. The garden boasts a wide variety of plant species and is an excellent place for citizens to relax, entertain, and get close to nature.

The Urumqi Confucian Temple (also known as Urumqi Confucius Temple) is located at No. 15, North Side of Qianjin Road, Tianshan District, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China. Built in the late Qing Dynasty, it is the only well-preserved Qing Dynasty-style temple complex in Xinjiang and the only existing Confucius Temple in Xinjiang. The Urumqi Confucius Temple was first built between 1765 and 1767, when the Qing government expanded Dihua New City (now Urumqi City). Originally named "Shangdi Temple" (Temple of God), it was rebuilt in 1922 (the 11th year of the Republic of China), primarily dedicated to Shangdi, with Confucius as a secondary deity. In 1945, the main hall of Shangdi Temple was rebuilt as the Hall of Great Accomplishment of Confucius. In 1979, the temple was listed as a Urumqi municipal-level cultural heritage site. In October 2019, it was designated as a national key cultural heritage site in the eighth batch.

Xinjiang Tianshan Wildlife Zoo is located in Urumqi City. It is an AAAA-rated scenic area, famous for its rich wildlife and natural scenery. The zoo offers a great place to get close to nature and learn about wild animals, suitable for family visits.

Shuimogou Scenic Area, also known as Shuimogou Park, is located in Shuimogou District, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is composed of "five mountains and one river": Qingquan Mountain, Hongqiao Mountain, Wenquan Mountain, Shuita Mountain, Xuelian Mountain, and Shuimo River. The scenic area was first built in the Qing Dynasty, covers a total area of approximately 3.7 square kilometers, and was rated as a National AAAA-level tourist attraction by the China National Tourism Administration in 2006.

Nanshan Pasture Xibaiyanggou Scenic Area is located within Gangou Township, Urumqi County, Urumqi City. It is a national AAA-rated tourist attraction, attracting visitors with its unique natural scenery and beautiful mountain landscapes. The scenic area boasts a beautiful ecological environment, with landscapes such as alpine meadows, forests, streams, and waterfalls, making it an ideal place for leisure vacations and hiking adventures.

The Xinjiang Science and Technology Museum is a popular science education venue located in Urumqi, Xinjiang, aiming to disseminate scientific knowledge and enhance public scientific literacy. The museum features multiple exhibition halls covering fields such as natural science, life science, and information technology. Through interactive exhibits, popular science lectures, and other forms, it provides visitors with a platform to understand and experience science, making it especially suitable for children and teenagers to visit and learn.

The "Geographical Center of the Asian Continent" is a monument located approximately 20 kilometers southwest of Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China. This landmark was established based on the results of calculating the geographical centers of 49 Asian countries in 1992. The main body of the monument is a tower marked with the words "Center of Asia," representing 48 Asian countries, completed in the late 1990s. Baojiacaozi Village, where the original site was located, has been relocated, and the new village is named "Yaxin Village" (Asian Heart Village).

Dabancheng Wind Power Station, fully named Huadian Haiwei Wind Farm No. 1, is located in Dabancheng District, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China. It is one of Xinjiang's important wind power generation bases. It boasts numerous wind turbine units and is famous for its spectacular array of wind turbines, making it an excellent place to experience the new energy industry and natural scenery.

Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park is located on Carp Hill behind Yema Building at No. 158 Kunming Road, New Urban Area, Urumqi City. It is a scenic area primarily featuring natural landscapes and ecological environments, offering visitors a great place for leisure and sightseeing.

Shirengou is located in Shuimogou District, Urumqi City, and is a tourist attraction that combines natural scenery, sightseeing, and leisure. It features unique mountain landforms, which locals call 'Stone Men' (Shiren), hence the name Shirengou. The scenic area boasts beautiful landscapes, lush vegetation, and fresh air, making it an an ideal place for citizens to relax and vacation. In addition to its natural beauty, Shirengou is surrounded by several other attractions, such as Hongwan Flower Sea Scenic Area, Shirengou Bird's Nest Array Scenic Area, and the Ink Tianshan National Hiking Trail, offering visitors a rich touring experience.

Muxutai Tourist Scenic Area is located in Urumqi, a tourist attraction primarily featuring natural scenery, offering a 24-hour open viewing experience. The scenic area has a rating of 4.0, making it a great place for visitors to enjoy natural beauty.

Urumqi Xiaolvgu Park is an urban park that provides citizens with a place for leisure, walks, and getting close to nature. The park has a beautiful environment and is a good place to relax and unwind.

The Giant Buddha Temple in Urumqi's Hongshan Park North Garden is a temple with a rich historical and cultural atmosphere, an important part of Hongshan Park, reflecting the local religious culture.

Yamalik Mountain Forest Park is located on Baota Road, Shayibak District, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is a famous natural scenic area and leisure resort in Urumqi. The park features rolling hills, lush trees, and fresh air, making it an excellent place for citizens to hike, exercise, sightsee, and relax. Inside the park, there is Baota Road and multiple observation decks offering panoramic views of Urumqi city. Yamalik Mountain is also known as Yaomo Mountain (Demon Mountain), boasting a long history and rich cultural heritage.

The Juhua Platform Scenic Area is located in Urumqi City and is a tourist attraction primarily featuring natural landscapes.

The Xinjiang Geological and Mineral Museum is a specialized museum showcasing the rich geological and mineral resources of the Xinjiang region. It houses a vast collection of precious mineral crystals, rock specimens, and paleontological fossils, systematically introducing Xinjiang's geological structure, mineral distribution, mining history, and earth science knowledge. It serves as an important window for understanding Xinjiang's geology, landforms, and natural resources, as well as a crucial base for popularizing scientific knowledge and conducting science education.

Nanhu Citizen Square is an urban square and scenic spot in Urumqi City, providing a place for citizens to relax and entertain.

Urumqi Cultural Park is an important cultural and recreational venue in Urumqi City, integrating cultural exhibitions, leisure and entertainment, and garden landscapes, providing citizens with a great place to learn about local culture and engage in outdoor activities.

Liyushan Park is located at No. 177 Liyushan South Road, Urumqi, and is a park that combines natural scenery and leisure entertainment.

Zhaobishan Mountain is located in Dengcaogou Village, Banfanggou Township, Urumqi City, situated at the southwest corner of the Tianshan Grand Canyon. It is a beautiful mountain scenic spot with natural beauty in the vicinity of Urumqi. It attracts visitors with its unique mountain terrain and natural landscapes, making it an ideal place for hiking and enjoying nature.

Dabancheng Ancient Town Scenic Area is located in Dabancheng District, Urumqi City, Xinjiang. It is a scenic spot that combines historical culture and natural scenery.

A mosque located on Shengli Road in Urumqi, marked as not open to the public.

Ulapo Ancient City is an ancient city ruin with a long history, located on the shore of Ulapo Lake in Hongyan Street, Urumqi City. It has witnessed the prosperity and changes of the Silk Road and holds significant historical and cultural value.

Dongbaiyanggou Scenic Area is located in Urumqi City. It is a scenic spot primarily featuring natural landscapes, offering visitors a place for sightseeing, touring, and relaxation.

Urumqi Salt Lake is located in Dabancheng District. It is a naturally formed lake, with its water source primarily coming from streams on the southern foothills of the Bogda Mountains. These streams nourish settlements and agriculture in the surrounding arid areas. Water not used for irrigation eventually flows into several small lakes, including the Salt Lake.

Nang Keng Rou is a traditional delicacy from the Xinjiang region, primarily made with lamb, roasted in a nang pit. It is characterized by tender meat, a golden and crispy skin, and a unique charcoal aroma. It is usually marinated with various spices during preparation, giving the roasted lamb a rich flavor.

Jiaoma Chicken is a classic Sichuan cold dish, made primarily with chicken, seasoned with Sichuan peppercorns, green Sichuan peppercorns, chili, and other spices. It offers a numbing, spicy, fresh, and aromatic flavor, with tender and smooth chicken.

Ding Ding Fried Noodles is a specialty dish from the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, famous for its unique preparation method and flavor. Noodles are cut into small cubes, then stir-fried with meat, vegetables, and seasonings. The noodle cubes are springy and chewy, with rich ingredients and a strong flavor.

Hand-Grabbed Mutton is a traditional dish with a long history in China's Northwest region, especially popular among ethnic minorities such as the Hui and Mongolian people. It typically uses high-quality lamb or lamb ribs, prepared by simple boiling or steaming, aiming to preserve the original freshness of the lamb. It gets its name from the traditional practice of eating it directly with hands, reflecting the bold and uninhibited culinary culture of the people in the Northwest.

Roasted lamb leg is a dish made primarily from lamb leg, prepared by roasting. It has different preparations and flavors in many parts of the world and is deeply loved by meat enthusiasts.

Lamb Skewers (Kao Yang Rou Chuan) is a traditional snack from northern China, especially among the Uyghur people and other ethnic minorities in the northwest. It is an indispensable part of barbecue culture. Made primarily from fresh lamb, cut into small pieces, skewered on iron sticks, seasoned with cumin, chili powder, salt, and other spices, then grilled over charcoal. Well-grilled lamb skewers are golden brown, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, fragrant, and delicious.

Thin-skinned Buns are one of the traditional specialty snacks of the Xinjiang Uyghur ethnic group. They are made with a dough of flour and water as the wrapper, filled with minced lamb, seasoned with onions and other spices, and then steamed. Their characteristics are a thin wrapper, generous filling, rich juice, delicious taste, and high nutritional value.

Roast whole lamb is one of the staple foods in the Xilinhot area, centered around local dairy and meat production. It is a traditional delicacy made by roasting an entire lamb, typically served at important Mongolian festivals and banquets.

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Kao Bao Zi is a traditional delicacy of the Xinjiang Uyghur people, a baked savory pastry typically filled with diced lamb and onions. It has a crispy crust and a delicious, juicy filling. It is widely popular in Central Asia (including China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region) and, unlike South Asian fried samosas, Kao Bao Zi are almost always baked, not fried.

Dapanji is a spicy stewed chicken dish originating from Shawan, Xinjiang, invented by a Han Chinese chef in the 1980s. Although initially considered a Han Chinese dish, the chef adapted it to be halal to accommodate local religious customs, and it quickly became popular among the local Uyghur population.

Ban Mian (Bàn Miàn) in Northern China can refer to various egg-free wheat noodles, including Xinjiang's Laghman. In Cantonese cuisine, Lo mein typically refers to cooked wheat noodles mixed with a sauce (such as oyster sauce) or served with a sauce. It may be served with wontons, char siu, or beef brisket. Unlike chow mein, Cantonese lo mein is traditionally not fried or stir-fried. In American Chinese restaurants, lo mein is a popular takeout dish, sometimes synonymous with chow mein. American lo mein is usually stir-fried with a sauce made from soy sauce and other seasonings. Vegetables such as bok choy and cabbage can be mixed in, and meats like roast pork, beef, or chicken are often added. In Indonesian Chinese cuisine, lo mein is made with egg noodles or 'Fujian noodles'.