Urumqi one-day tour guide:?
Recommended route:?
Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region Museum: It is the largest institution for the collection, preservation, scientific research, publicity, and education of cultural relics and specimens in Xinjiang, housing over 40,000 artifacts and specimens, including many treasures from the Silk Road. It is recommended to allocate 2-3 hours here to immerse yourself in this cultural journey.?
Xinjiang People’s Theatre: A classic building with Central Asian style and luxurious European decoration, featuring yellow walls and various crystal chandeliers. It is very suitable for taking photos. It is also a magnificent cultural building with Eurasian ethnic characteristics.?
Khan Tengri Mosque: The Uyghur name means ‘King of Kings’. It was expanded on the site of the former Nanguan Mosque and has a rare Baroque-style tower top, making it a great spot for exterior photos.?
Shaanxi Mosque: Also known as the East Mosque, the construction date of its main hall is unknown. Architectural experts believe it was built during the Qianlong and Jiaqing reigns of the Qing Dynasty and was rebuilt in 1906. It is the largest Hui Muslim mosque in Urumqi, and you can take a photo at its entrance.?
Xinjiang Folk Street: With its double-story attic architecture filled with Xinjiang characteristics, it is definitely a beautiful spot for photos. Every casual snapshot taken here will have a cinematic feel.?
International Bazaar: It is a shopping paradise and a great place to taste Xinjiang cuisine and purchase local specialties and handicrafts. It is recommended to allocate 1-2 hours here, as one afternoon is not enough to explore it all.?
Hongshan Park: It offers a panoramic view from a high vantage point and is lush with greenery, making it an excellent place to enjoy the beauty of nature. It is recommended to allocate 1-2 hours here to fully immerse yourself in the tranquility and beauty of nature.?
Lunch recommendation:?
You can choose nearby Xinjiang-style restaurants, such as Silk Road Impression, Xiaogasi, and No. 22 Spicy Chicken, to taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine.?
Afternoon activities:?
Continue shopping near the International Bazaar or head to Tianshan Vanke Plaza, which is a shopping mall with extremely high aesthetic value in Urumqi. Shoppers here, from elders to children, are all very good-looking, so it’s easy to encounter beautiful people.?
Evening activities:?
You can choose to go to Yashan Park or Hongshan Park to watch the sunset, which are great places to do so in Urumqi. After watching the sunset, you can experience the nightlife of Urumqi, such as Mojie Cultural Tourism Park, Erbu Folk Song Restaurant and Bar, etc.?
Following this route, you can fully experience the culture, cuisine, and shopping pleasures of Urumqi, enjoying a fulfilling and enjoyable one-day tour.?