Ask a QuestionUrumqi is usually a stop for tourists plan a trip to Xinjiang. Urumqi is not only a stop in Xinjiang with Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, Xinjiang Regional Museum(Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum) and Hongshan Park, as well as some nearby attractions like Tianshan Mountain and Tianchi Lake, Nanshan Pasture, Nalati Grassland, etc. In Urumqi, you can experience the local culture, know about its history and the Silk Road culture and stories. There are plenty of things to do in Urumqi. Just follow us to find out how to explore Urumqi.
Tianchi Lake, or Heavenly Lake, is the top ranked attractions in Urumqi, lies on the north side of the Bogda Peak range of the Tianshan Mountains, about 110km to the east of Urumqi City. It is a typical natural alpine drift lake that formed in the Quaternary Glacier period. With an elevation of 1,980 meters, it is the highest lake in Xinjiang Province.
In the shape of a half moon, the lake is surrounded by grand mountains. With limpid water, the lake shines like a sapphire under the sun with picture-like reflections. At the southeast end of the lake is the magnificent Bogda Peak, meaning "Sacred Mountain” in the Mongolian language.
The Tianchi Lake scenic area can be divided into four natural view belts: lower mountain belt, mountain coniferous forest belt, alpine and subalpine belt, and ice and snow belt.
Southern Pasture, also known as the West White Poplar Gully, is a superb Alpine pasture that located 75km to the south of Urumqi city, at the northern foot of Karawuquntag Mountain (at an average altititude of about 1, 600 meters). Owning to this great natural environment and abundant resources, it was once the imperial hunting ground during the Tang Dynasty, and the well-knowns grassland and summer resort during the Qing Dynasty. Nowadays, the local Kazakhs usually spend their summer time here to avoid the high heat from May to October.
It would be a wonderful experience that traveling to this vivid pasture which is surrounded by attractive mountains. In this area, you can grab a view of the picturesque steep mountains, grazing herds, and can even experience a horse riding that running through the valleys, etc. Moreover, if you are invisited to visit the local yurt, the hospitable host will cater you with fragrant milk tea, mare's milk, cheese and even roasted lamb, etc.
Xinjiang Regional Museum is a large integrated-history museum and a study center on cultural relics in Xinjiang Province. It is a typical Uygur-style building that covers an area of 7,800 square meters. Built in 1953, it now has more than 50,000 collections which vividly illustrate the history, lifestyle, religion and customs of the 12 minorities living in Xinjiang. The Loulan Beauty, a 4,000-year old mysterious mummy, is among the best preserved and famous collections in the museum.
The Xinjiang Autonomous Region has long been a crossroads for many different kinds of people. Their diversity of scripts and cultures is exhibited in this museum through archaeological material, including documents in some twelve different scripts with a particularly large number from the Han-dynasty finds at Turpan. Xinjiang Regional Museum has several dozen original Tang-dynasty paintings. Although these are not from the hands of famous painters, they still exhibit the vital Tang spirit.
Hongshan Park, also known as Red Hill Park, is named because it is composed of amaranth sandy conglomerate of Permian Period. It is one of the best places to have a panoramic view of Urumqi. Standing at the Hongshan, you can also see the Bogda Snow Mountain in the distance. The best time to visit the Hongshan Park is in the afternoon during the sunset, when you can enjoy the stunning view of the sunset and the snow mountains in the distance.
Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar is one of the most famous and popular destinations in Urumqi. At the vibrant Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar in Urumqi, you can have a panoramic view of it, watch the performances, taste the local delicious foods and experience the culture of Xinjiang. Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar provides you glimpse into the everyday life of the local people here.
Urumqi is usually a stop in Xinjiang for tourists planning a trip to Xinjiang. The best time to visit Urumqi depends on which region and place you want to visit in Xinjiang.
If you want to enjoy the apricot blossoms in Xinjiang, you’d better visit Xinjiang and stop in Urumqi in April and May. During this time, the apricot flowers are blooming in Ili, Xinjiang, which are pink and beautiful. The apricot blossoms in Xinjiang attracts many tourists to Xinjiang every year.
If want to see the lush grasslands, it is recommended that you visit Xinjiang and stop in Urumqi from June to August. During this time, the grasslands in Xinjiang are lush and green. And you can enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of vast grasslands, colorful wildflowers, flocks and herds and the snow mountain in the distance. You can experience horse riding and hiking in the grasslands. And stunning sunrise and sunset at the grassland can be expected.
Autumn is also recommended to visit Xinjiang if you prefer the autumn foliage in Kanas Lake. In autumn, the forests surrounding the Kanas Lake are golden, which make the Kanas a golden and breathtaking world. You can have a panoramic view of the Shenxian Bay. And autumn is also a good time to visit Hemu village. During this time, the trees in Hemu Village are also golden, which make Hemu Village a beautiful and idyllic world.
And if you want to experience the snow sports, Xinjiang in winter is a nice choice. And Kanas Lake, Hemu Village in winter is also beautiful, which are a white world in winter.
One Day in Urumqi
If you only have one day in Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum, Hongshan Park and Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar are recommended for you. You can know about the history, culture and the ethic groups in Xinjiang. You can also taste the delicious foods and experience the market atmosphere of Urumqi.
Two Days in Urumqi
Day 1 Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum, Hongshan Park, Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar
Day 2 Tianshan Mountain and Tianchi Lake
3 Days in Urumqi
Day 1 Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum, Hongshan Park, Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar
Day 2 Tianshan Mountain and Tianchi Lake
Day 3 Nanshan Pasture
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