1, Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar
brief introduction
Located in Tianshan District, Urumqi, it is the largest bazaar in China at present, with the most concentrated and complete Uyghur cultural expression.
The most famous scenic spot is the Silk Road Sightseeing Tower in the center of the square. There are paintings and exhibitions on all floors of the tower, showing the historical story of the Silk Road.
A variety of Xinjiang specialties and handicrafts are sold inside the Grand Bazaar, and the variety is so dazzling.
It integrates Islamic culture, architecture, national commerce, entertainment and catering, and is the gathering place and exhibition center of tourism products in Xinjiang.
telephone
099 1-8555485; 099 1-8555486
Time reference
1-3 hours
traffic
Take the rail transit line 1 and get off at Erdaoqiao (subway station), and walk about 100 meters.
entrance ticket
be free of charge
opening hours
10:00-24:00 (all day) (1 month 1 day-1February 3 1 day Monday-Sunday)
Location of scenic spots
No.510 Jiefang South Road, Tianshan District, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
2. Museum of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
brief introduction
The treasure of the town hall is the elbow protector of China, where the five stars come from the East. Many first-class cultural relics in the museum are exhibited in Hanhai and Nia Archaeological Museum, and most of these cultural relics come from the ruins of Nia, the ancient and exquisite country of Pompeii in the East. Han Hai Zhen Yi and Niya Archaeological Museum are the two most worthy of careful taste in Xinjiang Museum.
The mummy museum is famous for the earliest discovered Loulan beauty stored here. In addition, the only famous mummy in Xinjiang history is the mummy of General Zhang Xiong, and two mummies from Zagunluk's tomb.
telephone
099 1-4552826; 099 1-4536436
Time reference
1-3 hours
traffic
Take bus No.7, No.51,No.68, No.303, No.305, No.311and get off at the museum station, which is within walking distance.
entrance ticket
be free of charge
tips:
Make an appointment in WeChat official account one day in advance.
* The above information is for reference only, please refer to the actual disclosure of the scenic spot on the same day.
opening hours
10:30- 18:00； Closing time: 17:30 (1 month/day-1 February 3 1 day, Tuesday-Sunday). It is closed to the public.
(1 month 1 day-1February 3 1 Monday)
Location of scenic spots
No.581Northwest Road, Shayibake District, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
3. Hongshan Park
brief introduction
Hongshan Mountain is named after the Permian purple gravel, commonly known as "Hongshanzui", and now it is a park for citizens' leisure and entertainment.
"Sunset on Red Mountain" has always been regarded as one of the most representative landscapes in Urumqi, and it is an attraction that foreign tourists can't miss when visiting Urumqi.
Located in the downtown area, the overlooking building on the top of the mountain becomes the best position overlooking the whole Urumqi city.
The apricot tree, which is difficult to survive in Urumqi, has grown on Hongshan, which is the only apricot tree in Urumqi.
telephone
099 1-885567 1
Time reference
1-3 hours
traffic
1. Take bus No.29, No.35, No.58, No.62, No.63 and get off at Hongshan Park Station, which is within walking distance.
2. Take bus No.908 and No.927 to Hongshan West Road (bus stop), and get off and walk there.
entrance ticket
be free of charge
tips:
The park is open free of charge, and some small scenic spots in the park are charged separately. Please consult the scenic spots for details.
opening hours
All day (all day)
(1 month 1 day-1Monday-Sunday, 30th February)
Location of scenic spots
No.40, North First Lane, Hongshan Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
4. Tianshan Grand Canyon
brief introduction
A natural scenic spot dominated by snow-capped mountains, forests, lakes and grasslands is a place for local residents to visit mountains in summer.
The reddish-brown rocks on both sides of the canyon are carved by wind and rain, and the winding path of the canyon is secluded, and all kinds of mountains are straight into the sky.
You can see all the scenery in Xinjiang, and every place is a good place for photography.
There are many Kazakh herdsmen's yurts in the canyon, which provide special food such as mutton, and can enjoy delicious food between mountains and rivers, which is very comfortable.
telephone
099 1-7629 1 1 1
Time reference
1 day
traffic
There is a through train to Tianshan Grand Canyon at the Southern Suburb Passenger Station in Urumqi.
entrance ticket
Admission: 30 RMB (1October 15-Monday-Sunday, April 30th of the following year)
Half-ticket: minors aged 6 (excluding 6)-18 (including 18), full-time students with bachelor degree or below, elderly people aged 60-64, active servicemen and disabled people (level 4-10 disability certificate) with valid certificates.
Free of charge: children under 6 years old (including 6 years old) or under1.2m in height (including1.2m); Older people and disabled people over 65 years old (disability certificate 1-3) hold valid certificates.
Admission: 60 RMB (Monday-Sunday, May 0 1 0 14).
Half-ticket: minors aged 6 years (excluding 6 years)-18 years (including 18 years), full-time university students with bachelor degree or below, elderly people aged 60-64 years, active servicemen and disabled people (level 4-10 disability certificate) with valid certificates.
Free of charge: children under 6 years old (including 6 years old) or under12m in height (including1.2m); Older people and disabled people over 65 years old (disability certificate 1-3) hold valid certificates.
tips:
* The above information is for reference only, please refer to the actual disclosure of the scenic spot on the same day.
opening hours
10:00- 18:30 (all day) (1 February1day-Monday-Sunday of February 28th of the following year)
09:00- 19:00 (all day); Closing time: 1 8: 00 (June1day-August 3 1 day Monday-Sunday)
Location of scenic spots
Urumqi county Banfanggou Township Tianshan Grand Canyon Service Center, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
5. Nanshan Scenic Area
brief introduction
It refers to the vast mountainous areas in the south of Urumqi, which is not only an excellent natural pasture, but also a summer resort.
The peaks in the scenic area are covered with snow, and the undulating mountains are covered with lush green plants, and the trickling spring water drifts down from them. The scenery is very charming.
From April to May every year, azaleas and azaleas are everywhere in the scenic area. At this time, the temperature is low, so we should pay attention to keep warm.
July is the best season for grass quality, and you can experience Kazakh ethnic customs by riding a horse.
Time reference
More than 3 hours
entrance ticket
Ordinary ticket: 45 RMB (1 month 1 day-1February 3 1 day Monday-Sunday)
tips:
Horse riding, yurts and catering in the scenic area are charged separately.
opening hours
09:00- 19:00
Location of scenic spots
Nanshan Tourism Scenic Spot in the Suburb of urumqi county, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
6. Dabancheng Wind Power Station
brief introduction
-Dabancheng Wind Power Station is located next to the highway between Urumqi and Dabancheng, and consists of hundreds of huge windmills. It is the largest wind energy base in China.
-Hundreds of wind turbines stand in the sky and fly against the wind, forming a spectacular windmill world on the vast wilderness under the background of the beautiful Bogda Peak.
-The sunrise and sunset here are often more fiery. Every day at sunrise and sunset, the sky behind the windmill is like fire, which is a good time to shoot a big photo shoot.
-the surrounding environment is poor, pay attention to prepare for protection, and at the same time, the temperature difference between day and night is large, so take more warm clothes.
Time reference
1-3 hours
traffic
Dabanchengfeng Station is located about 50 kilometers southeast of Urumqi, and you can see it on the way to Dabancheng and Turpan along the 3 14 national highway to the southeast.
Self-driving: go on road trip can take the G30 Lianhuo Expressway or the G3 14 National Highway. The power plant is on both sides of Lianhuo Expressway, and the parking lot of the power plant is about 3 kilometers west of Chaiwobao overpass on Lianhuo Expressway. The parking lot has a special observation deck and public toilets, where you can take pictures. If you take G3 14 National Highway, the power plant is located on the north side of the road, so you can get off at the roadside and take photos at any time.
Bus: Take the shuttle bus to Dabancheng, Toksun, Turpan and other places at huanghe road Bus Terminal, and you can take photos on the bus or get off at the wind power station. After playing, you can wait for the return bus at the roadside (be sure to pay attention to safety, because it is beside the expressway).
entrance ticket
Please consult the scenic spot for details.
opening hours
All day (all day)
(1 month 1 day-1February 3 1 day Monday-Sunday)
Location of scenic spots
Dabancheng District, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
7. Salt Lake Eco-tourism Zone
brief introduction
Located about 70km south of Urumqi, it is named after its rich salt, and is called "sea of death" by local people.
The diameter of the lake is about 4 kilometers, and the lake is blue. The lake is covered with white salt crystals, and there are huge salt mountains piled up next to it, which is visually shocking.
telephone
099 1-5900068
Time reference
1-3 hours
entrance ticket
Adult ticket: 45 RMB (1 month 1 day-1February 3 1 day Monday-Sunday)
opening hours
10:00-20:30 (all day); Closing time: 20: 30 (June 1 day-August 3 1 day Monday-Sunday)
10:00- 19:00 (all day); Closing time: 1 9: 00 (1February1day-Monday-Sunday, February 28th of the following year)
Location of scenic spots
Yantiansan Road, Yantian Street, Dabancheng District, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
8. Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park
brief introduction
There is the largest bloody horse base in the world, with more than 100 batches so far, and equestrian training and performances are conducted every day. There is also the largest silicified wood group in China, with the longest silicified wood in the world, which is 3 meters longer than the silicified wood declared by the Guinness Book of Records in the United States. A large number of dead Populus euphratica trees with different shapes have been preserved in the dead Populus euphratica forest area, and its indomitable Populus euphratica spirit has been widely passed down. There are thousands of tons of meteorites called "whispers" that broke into the earth. Here, you can also see the landscapes such as grassland stone figures, deer stones and rock paintings, which fully display the historical and cultural elements of Xinjiang.
telephone
099 1-38 19369
entrance ticket
160 yuan
opening hours
10:00- 19:30 (all day); Closing time: 1 9: 30 (1February1day-Monday-Sunday, February 28th of the following year)
09:30-20:00 (all day); Closing time: 20: 00 (June 1 day-August 3 1 day Monday-Sunday)
Location of scenic spots
Yema Building, Kunming Road 158, Xinshi District, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
9. Shuimogou Scenic Area
brief introduction
Shuimogou Park is located in the eastern suburb of Urumqi. It was an iron foundry in Urumqi during the Qianlong period, and was named after the construction of a water mill on the river.
This is the largest park in Urumqi. There are small bridges, flowing water, pavilions and pavilions in the park, and the environment is beautiful. It is very good to walk and watch, as well as cultural relics and entertainment projects.
The hot springs here are very famous, and many foreign tourists come here for holiday and leisure. The holiday villa is next to Shuimogou.
Zai Lan, a royal aristocrat of the Qing Dynasty who was exiled to Urumqi, often held luxurious banquets here, and he built the Yidou Pavilion in the ditch.
Ji Xiaolan, Xiang Fei, Lin Zexu and others also left stories here. There are statues of these historical celebrities in the park, which can be visited one by one.
telephone
099 1-4684055
Time reference
1-3 hours
traffic
Take bus No.8, No.4101and get off at Shuimogou Park Station, which is within walking distance.
entrance ticket
be free of charge
opening hours
All day (all day)
(1 month 1 day-1February 3 1 day Monday-Sunday)
Location of scenic spots
No.472, Shuimogou Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
10, Glacier No.1
brief introduction
The source of Urumqi River, located in Tiangeer Mountain in the southwest of Urumqi, is known as "the glacier closest to metropolis in the world".
There are more than 150 modern glaciers of different sizes, and the remains of ancient glaciers are well preserved and have the reputation of "living fossils of glaciers".
There is a pale blue and glittering glacier silver waterfall here. In front of glacier tongue, you can see the 80-meter-long ice cave carved by researchers. There are marmots on the surrounding cliffs, and you can see snow lotus with luck.
telephone
099 1-46 1373 1
Time reference
More than 3 hours
traffic
Glacier 1 is located in Tiangeer Mountain, more than 20 kilometers southwest of Urumqi. You can go there by bus or chartered bus.
Bus: There is a shuttle bus to People's Park every morning, which takes about 3 hours, but sometimes it is cancelled because there are few people. After arriving at the scenic spot, you need to walk a few kilometers to get there.
entrance ticket
tips:
Please consult the scenic spot for details.
opening hours
08:00- 17:00 (all day) (1 month 1 day-1February 3 1 day Monday-Sunday)
Location of scenic spots
National Highway 2 16, urumqi county, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region