This formerly animated Uyghur night market has now been closed for several years as part of the government's campaign against terrorism. It was well known for its shish kebabs and handmade noodles, so it's well worth checking to see if it reopens in the future, although locals seemed less that optimistic in 2016.
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Xinjiang Autonomous Region Museum
2.16 MILES
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1.37 MILES
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0.61 MILES
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A green oasis with manicured grounds and a ceremonial pagoda in its centre, around which visitors may paddle little boats in the summer months. Like most…
1.22 MILES
The Erdaoqiao Market and nearby International Bazaar (Guójì Dàbāzhá) have undergone extensive ‘redevelopment’ in recent years and are now aimed more at…
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More of an amusement park than a natural wonder, Hongshan Park is nevertheless a great place to stroll and enjoy the good city views, particularly from…
4. Xinjiang Autonomous Region Museum
2.16 MILES
Xinjiang’s massive provincial museum is a must for Silk Road aficionados. The highlight is the locally famous ‘Loulan Beauty’, the first of half a dozen…