Urumqi, as the capital of Xinjiang province, has many attractions worthwhile visiting. Including:

Hongshan Park: Hongshan Park is one of the largest urban parks in Urumqi, covering an area of 440 hectares. The park has a large area of green space, flowers, lakes and peaks, among which Hongshan Peak is one of the landmarks of Urumqi.

Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar: Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar is one of the most famous tourist shopping areas in Xinjiang, where a variety of products from Xinjiang gathered here, including carpets, handicrafts, spices, jewelry, etc., as well as local specialties.

Tianshan Tianchi: Tianshan Tianchi, known as "Yao Chi" in ancient times, is a half-moon shaped lake located on the mountainside of the north slope of the Bogeda Peak in the Tianshan Mountains. It is a World Natural Heritage site and a national 5A scenic spot, and one of the most famous lakes in China.

Urumqi travel 3-day itinerary recommendation

Day 1: Urumqi city tour

In the morning, you could go to the Xinjiang Autonomous Region Museum to learn about the history and culture of Xinjiang. Then go to the Red Mountain Park, standing on the Red mountain could overlook the beauty of the whole city. In the afternoon, you ccould go to Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar to taste food and buy souvenirs. At night you could enjoy the local nightlife in the city.

Day 2: Tianshan Grand Canyon Tour

It is recommended to visit the Tianshan Grand Canyon in the southern suburbs, and the newly built alpine trestle road is particularly suitable for hiking. In the scenic area, you can visit Zhaobi Villa, walking by Swan Lake, experiencing Kazakh life, tasting national food, trying horseback riding on the alpine grassland, etc.

Day 3: Tianshan Tianchi Tour

It is highly recommended to visit Tianshan Tianchi, a scenic spot with mountains and lakes as its main scenery, which can be visited on foot or by boat. It is recommended to visit Tianchi, Shenxian Bay, Prince Ski Resort and other scenic spots to enjoy the facinating scenery of beautiful mountains, lakes and mountains.

Urumqi travel precautions

Safety: Xinjiang is a frontier region, so you need to pay attention to safety and abide by local laws and regulations when traveling.

Urumqi travel tips: It is recommended to choose air travel. There are many railway lines through Urumqi Railway Station, but because of the distance, it is recommended to choose air travel.

Climate: It is recommended to know the climate of Xinjiang in advance and choose the right season to travel.

Travel insurance: It is recommended to purchase travel insurance before traveling to avoid accidents.