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Turpan is the hottest place in China — literally. In summer, the thermometer regularly hits 45°C (113°F). The landscape looks like Mars. The grapes are the best you’ll ever eat. And the history goes back 2,000 years. This guide is…
If you’ve seen a photo of Xinjiang and thought “that can’t be real,” it was probably Heavenly Lake. This guide is part of our complete Xinjiang Travel Guide series for foreign travelers. I remember the first time I rounded the…
Old City Youth Hostel: Budget, social, and in the heart of the Old City. Silk Road Hotel: Mid-range, comfortable, and accepts foreigners without hassle. Luxury options: There are a few high-end hotels near the city center, but they feel disconnected…
If Urumqi is just your transit point on the way to somewhere else, you’re making a mistake. I thought the same before my first trip — and then spent two unplanned days there that changed how I think about the…
