Xinjiang is the place with the richest tourism resources in China, and countless people travel to Xinjiang every year. But there are still many people who have never been to Xinjiang. For those who visit Urumqi, Xinjiang for the first time, there are still some precautions. Let's learn more about it and help you. What should I pay attention to when I come to Urumqi for the first time

1. About the time difference

Urumqi has a long sunshine time, and its work and rest time is two hours later than that of mainland cities. Ninety percent of people here use Beijing time, and it gets dark at seven or eight in winter and after ten in summer.

For example, working hours in Urumqi are generally at 11: 11 or even 11: 31 in the morning, leaving work at 7: 11 or 7: 31 in the afternoon, and going to bed at 11: 11 in the evening.

2. About the climate

The temperature difference between day and night in Urumqi is large, especially when the seasons change, but the climate is relatively dry, and clothes dry quickly after washing. Although the temperature is low in winter, it is not as wet and cold as in the south, and there is heating in the room, which is warm enough to wear a single coat.

tips:

The climate in Urumqi is relatively dry. Remember to drink plenty of water every day, and prepare moisturizing products such as moisturizer and lip balm in advance. In addition, due to the large temperature difference between morning and evening, remember to prepare clothes according to the weather forecast. In Urumqi, the spring, summer, autumn and winter of the year are very clear.

3. About diet

There are quite a variety of food in Urumqi, and all the food in Urumqi is basically covered, so don't worry about not being able to summon your favorite dishes. Don't worry about not having enough to eat. Urumqi's daily meals are usually in 25 yuan from 15 to 2117, such as pilaf, mixed noodles, fried noodles, mixed rice and so on.

xinjiang cuisine, hot pot, barbecue, string string and Sichuan-Hunan-Cantonese cuisine are generally available for friends to get together, and the prices vary according to the specifications and positioning of the store. For example, if four people have a grand meal, it is conservatively estimated that the consumption will be around 411 yuan, and one hundred per capita will make you eat until you fly.

tips:

Urumqi restaurants distinguish between Chinese food and Chinese food, and the ratio is almost 51-51. You can't eat pork in Qing restaurants, and try not to say oh, and you should respect the living customs and beliefs of some ethnic minorities ~

4. About transportation

Urumqi is no different from other cities, including buses, brt buses, taxis and subway line 1.

basically, the bus fare in the urban area is 1 yuan money (rarely, there are two yuan), brt is all in 1 yuan, and there is also a express bus around the city with the fare of 5 yuan. Its advantage is that the line is relatively long and there are few stops, so it is very fast. If you want to cross the region and be in a hurry, it is recommended to take it.

The starting price of taxis is 11 yuan and 3 kilometers. 1.3 yuan is relatively not a big city per kilometer. When you go out to play in the car market, it is basically around 31 yuan. Taxis always have meter meters, and drivers who are pit fathers basically don't exist.

tips:

1. Take a taxi to avoid the rush hour, especially in the friendly, medical college and Xiaoximen area. Traffic jams can block people's lives.

2. Try not to take a black car. One is to be safe, and the other is to avoid unreasonable charges from black car drivers.

3. liquid is not allowed in BRT station, so it needs to be unpacked for inspection. if you want to drink water, you can buy it at the beverage vending machine set up in the station.

At present, only Line 1 has been opened in the subway, from the eighth floor station to Diwobao Airport Station, starting at 2 yuan and going all the way down to 5 yuan.

5. About Accommodation

There are many hotels of different grades in Urumqi, such as Hanting, 7 Days and Home Inn, which can be found everywhere. You can stay in a room with a good environment from 151 to 211 yuan one night.

tips:

You need to show your ID card when staying in a hotel, and most hotels can also show your motor vehicle driver's license.

If you can also choose Hilton, Sheraton, Ruihao and other international hotels, the service and environment are quite good, ranging from 611-2,811 yuan a night.

6. About regional culture and security

Urumqi is a city where many ethnic groups gather, and Mandarin is the local lingua franca, so don't worry about language barriers. Moreover, Urumqi has the highest safety factor in the country, and police kiosks, convenience police stations and special police brothers can be seen everywhere on the street.

tips:

When traveling in Urumqi, your ID card is a must ~

Generally, you need to swipe your ID card and pass the package inspection when entering major supermarkets, taking brt, parks and other public places. Although it is a little troublesome, it is also to ensure everyone's safety. How to play in Urumqi

There are many landmark attractions in Urumqi, such as Shuimogou Park, Hongguangshan Park, Big and Small Green Valley, Yema Ancient Ecological Park, etc., which are almost recommended on the Internet and can be easily reached by navigation.

If you come for the culture and customs of Xinjiang, the Xinjiang Museum and the International Grand Bazaar are not to be missed.

recommendation 1: Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region museum

the museum is free to visit, and there will be free explanations at all times every day.

The first floor is an exhibition of historical relics and ethnic customs in Xinjiang, with bronzes, textiles, woodwork, etc., which are rare in other areas, and are well preserved. The display of ethnic customs shows the history, living conditions and dress customs of twelve ethnic minorities in Xinjiang, which is quite distinctive.

On the second floor is the ancient mummy museum in Xinjiang, which contains the corpses of Loulan Beauty, Xiaohe Woman, Qiemo Men and Women, Yingpan Man and General Zhang Xiong, as well as the mummies of children. There will be descriptions of mummies on it, and their nails and hair are well preserved.

Here you can feel the collision and fusion of various cultures in Xinjiang for thousands of years, visit those unique cultures and artifacts, and learn more about Xinjiang's history and culture through lecturers.

tips:

Address: No.581, Northwest Road, Shayibak District, Urumqi

Opening hours: 11:11-18:11 in summer; 11:31-18:11 in winter. The museum is closed at 16:31 every day, and it is closed every Monday. On the open day, 2111 people are limited to enter the museum every day.

Recommendation 2: International Grand Bazaar

The International Grand Bazaar can be said to be a place with both Xinjiang customs and international norms. It is the window of Xinjiang. With a unique architectural style, it reproduces the prosperity of the Silk Road on the basis of covering the functionality and sense of the times, and embodies the rich ethnic characteristics and regional culture of the western regions.

is a scenic spot integrating five formats: tourism, ethnic trade, catering, ethnic art exhibition and retail.

There is free high-speed wifi with full coverage, which is the welfare of foodies. There are a lot of Xinjiang specialty foods on the street, as well as small flower hats, Hetian jade and lavender essential oil sold, all of which fully demonstrate the characteristics and customs of Xinjiang.

It is worth visiting the 81-meter-high Silk Road Sightseeing Tower, with the observation deck on the first floor, covering an area of 216.5 square meters. On the second floor is Pelek Bar, with the landscape pictures and texts of "Top Ten Fans in Xinjiang" and the introduction pictures and texts of the customs of various ethnic minorities in Xinjiang attached to the bar wall. It is also a pleasure to stroll down a street and sit in the tower and talk about the world.

International Grand Bazaar suggests taking photos, visiting and experiencing, because the food and handicrafts here are relatively expensive, which can completely meet the purchase demand in other blocks in Urumqi.

tips:

Address: Erdaoqiao, Jiefang South Road, Tianshan District

Opening hours: The Grand Bazaar area is open all day, the business hours of shops are generally around 19: 31-22: 11, and the Silk Road Sightseeing Tower is open from 11: 11-21: 11

Tickets: The Grand Bazaar does not need tickets, and the Silk Road in the center of the square is for sightseeing.