🌏 Xinjiang 新疆 Xinjiang – The colorful cultural gateway of China

Xinjiang (新疆 Xinjiang) is one of the most exciting and diverse places in China.

Located in the far northwest, the region combines Chinese history and Central Asian soul. It is the site of the legendary Silk Road 丝绸之路, which connected Asia and Europe for centuries.

A trip to Xinjiang is not just an excursion – it is an encounter with antiquity, nature, and living traditions.

🎎 Culture 文化 – A place where ethnicities live together

Xinjiang is one of the most multi-ethnic regions in China. It is home to Uyghurs, Kazakhs, Kyrgyz, Tajiks, Hui, Han Chinese, and many other peoples.

Each of them brings its own music, traditions, language and customs.

Uyghur dances are graceful and rhythmic, Kazakhs are known for their equestrian traditions, and the whole atmosphere is reminiscent of Central Asian bazaars, full of aromas and colors.

Here, culture is not a book – it lives on the streets.

🍽️ Food 美食 – The Taste of Xinjiang

Xinjiang cuisine is famous throughout China. It combines oriental spices, meat, handmade noodles, and incredibly sweet fruits.

⭐ Must-have dishes:

• 烤串 (Kebabs) – shish kebab with lamb and cumin

• 拉条子 (Lagman / handmade noodles) – hand-pulled noodles

• 抓饭 (Polo / Pilaf) – rice, lamb, carrots and raisins

• 馕 (Naan bread) – baked bread in a clay oven

• Turpan grapes – world-famous sweet fruits

The food here is an experience – aromatic, warm, and welcoming.

🕌 Ethnicities and traditions

Xinjiang is a unique place where different peoples live together in harmony.

Interesting facts:

• Uyghurs use Arabic script 繁體字

• Kazakhs and Kyrgyz lived in traditional yurts 猃房 yurts

• Tajiks speak a language close to Persian.

• the region is the heart of the ancient Silk Road 丝绸之路

🗺️ Cities and places to visit Recommended attractions

1. Urumqi 乌鲁木齐 (Urumqi)

The capital of Xinjiang – modern, colorful and full of life.

大巴扎、museum和街头食食是here's the bright spot。

2. Kashgar (Kashgar)

The most oriental city in China - the old town, markets and artisans create an incredible atmosphere. Here is one of the best preserved ancient cities in China.

3. Hotan (和田)

Famous for jade (Hotan Jade) and traditional craftsmen.

4. Heavenly Lake 天池 (Tianchi / Heavenly Lake)

One of the most beautiful lakes in China – like an Alpine fairy tale.

5. Turpan 吐鲁番 (Turpan)

Vineyards, the Flaming Mountains and the ancient Karez system.

6. Or 伊犁 (Ili)

Natural beauty, lavender fields and picturesque valleys.

🌟 Why is Xinjiang special? Why is it special?

• A mixture of cultures 文化公司

• Unique food 美食品分类

• History from Silk Road

• Nature – deserts + mountains 风是壮丽

• Hospitable people 好家好客

Xinjiang is not just a place - it is an experience.

🏔️ Altay 阿勒泰 Altay – The Northern Pearl of Xinjiang

Altay (阿勒泰地区 Altay Prefecture) is located in the northern tip of Xinjiang, near the borders with Kazakhstan, Russia, and Mongolia. The region is known for its alpine lakes, snow, forests, crystal rivers, and traditional nomadic lifestyle .

阿勒泰 is known as “China’s Switzerland”, 以湖泊, 森林, 进南, 雪山而下载,是新疆最美地国世界.

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⭐ The most beautiful places to visit in Altai

Must-see places to travel in the Altai region

1. Kanas 喀纳斯湖 (Kanas Lake)

Kanas is the most famous lake in Altai and one of the most beautiful places in China. Emerald waters, dense forests, alpine peaks and mystical legends about the “Kanas Monster”.

喀纳斯湖以其碧绿的湖水、原活森林和mysterious legend is known, known as “人间仙境”.

Don't miss:

• Fish-Watching Pavilion (观鱼台) – the best view of the lake

• Boat on the lake

• A walk through the Kanas forests

2. Hemu Village 禾木村 (Hemu Village)

Hemu is one of the most beautiful villages in China, famous for its wooden houses, golden forests in autumn, and morning mists .

禾木村是图瓦人可以地，以木屋、晨雙、白軷林而安全，是是天球师天的天堂。

Suitable for:

• suitable for photos

• nature's abodes

• peaceful walks in the mountains

3. Burqin 布尔津 (Burqin)

Burchin is a small town known for Colorful Beach 五彩滩 – a colorful geological formation along the Irtysh River.

布尔津以五彩橱以五彩橱以五彩沩上世界，电影在全生下下生于的红、黄、紫etc.

Colorful Beach 五彩滩 (Colorful Beach)

The most colorful natural wonder in Altai – red, yellow and purple rocks created by nature that change color at sunset.

五彩橱是新疆最震旅的地貌奇观一个，日落时最美。

5. Altay Mountains 阿勒泰山 (Altay Mountains)

Altai is also the birthplace of the oldest skiing traditions in the world! Archaeologists have discovered skis over 10,000 years old .

阿勒泰 is considered to be the "originating ground of skiing".

🌄 Why is Altai special?

Why is it special?

• Some of the most beautiful mountain landscapes in China

• Clean air, forests, lakes and villages like from a fairy tale

• Traditional culture of Tuvans, Kazakhs and nomadic tribes

• Ideal for photography, trekking and leisurely trips

阿勒泰以其纹净的自然、tranquility的村庄和迷人湖泊而备受可说安全者。