Turpan City travel guide mainly includes attraction recommendations, food experiences, modes of transportation, and lodging suggestions.?
Recommended Attractions:?
Flaming Mountain: Famous for its unique red rocks and high temperatures, it is the prototype of Flaming Mountain in ‘Journey to the West’. It is recommended to visit in the morning or evening to avoid the high temperatures.?
Grape Valley: A national 5A-level scenic area famous for its grape production. You can taste fresh grapes, visit grape estates, and experience the joy of picking.?
Karez Wells: The crystallization of the wisdom of the ancient people of Turpan, an underground water conservancy facility. Suitable for escaping the midday heat. Visitors with children can intuitively learn about ancient water conservancy wisdom.?
Jiaohe Ancient City: An earthen architecture complex from 2,000 years ago, resembling a giant maze. It is recommended to hire a guide for a better understanding of its historical background.?
Kumtag Desert: You can experience desert off-road vehicles, camel riding, and other activities. Taking photos at sunset is absolutely stunning.?
Su Gong Pagoda and Junwang Mansion: The tallest ancient pagoda in Xinjiang and a mysterious Western Region mansion, a must-visit attraction. Junwang Mansion is also a filming location for popular variety shows.?
Food Experiences:?
Roasted Whole Sheep at Flaming Mountain: The meat is fragrant and tender, cooked to perfection.?
Fresh Grapes from Grape Valley: Full-bodied grains with high sweetness.?
Baked Buns and Mutton Skewers: Authentic Xinjiang snacks with unique flavors.?
Mutton Pilaf: Made with mutton, carrots, onions, and other main ingredients, it has an aromatic scent and delicious flavor.?
Modes of Transportation:?
Airplane: The nearest airport is Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, and then transfer by car or train to Turpan.?
. (Note: This information may change over time, so it is recommended to confirm again before departure).?
Train: Turpan North Station offers convenient transportation and is a good choice for traveling by train.?
Public Transport, Taxi, Self-drive: Turpan City has public transport connecting to major attractions, but some remote attractions require arranging transportation yourself; taxis are relatively convenient; self-driving is also a flexible option, with highways connecting various attractions within Turpan City.?
Lodging Suggestions:?
It is recommended to stay in Turpan City (Gaochang District) for easy access to various attractions and relatively reasonable prices.?
To experience local characteristics, you can choose the ‘Grape Valley Homestay’, but be aware of mosquito issues.?
The above guide is for reference only. Specific itineraries and choices need to be adjusted according to personal interests and actual circumstances.?