Ürümqi is the capital of Xinjiang Uyghur, in China. Ürümqi, which means "beautiful pasture”, is the largest city in China's western interior and the most 'inland' city in the world. Having a population of gaily-dressed ethnic inhabitants, the city is likened to a piece of emerald embedded at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains. It lies in the lofty ice-capped Bogda Peak and vast Salt Lake in the east; in the rolling pine-covered Southern hill, a well-known scenic district, and in the fields and sand dunes of Zunggar Basin. May to October is the golden season for travelling to Urumqi, when flowers are in full bloom and the fruits, like melons, are ripe with its fragrance. Coming to Urumqi will not let you return to your country empty-handed. FlightsFlights for the ultimate personalized touring. Tourist resources of Urumqi have its own advantages and distinctions, which are strategically important in the ancient Silk Road that assembles the cultures of both eastern and western countries. The most famous tourist spots among the numerous cultural relics and natural landscapes include the Heavenly Lake, the Southern Pastures, the Red Hill, the Southern Mosque, the Tartar Mosque, and the Xinjiang Regional Museum.

More choices for accommodation and dining, ranging from luxury hotels to budget hostels and from western restaurants to the local food street have been established. Nightlife in Urumqi provides multiple-range of choices such as watching the ethnic sing-and-dance show, tasting native delicacies in the night market, or simply hanging out in bars. Shopping in the International Grand Bazaar is a pleasant experience. Bargain hunting for handicraft souvenirs such as rugs, carpets, Uygur-style hats, and knitted sweaters, ethnic costumes, hand-made embroideries and jade carvings, will definitely draw your intense interest.

The International Grand Bazaar Xinjiang Uyghuris an Islamic bazaar located on South Jiefang Road. It is one of the most attractive tour sites in Xinjiang and Urumqi. Hong Shan Mountain is the symbolic scenic spot of Urumqi, located in the Hong Shan Park. The highest point of the park contains a three story temple like structure, which houses some spectacular photography of the surrounding area. The third floor contains a model of the city. See the Glacier No. 1, origin of Urumqi River, which is the largest glacier located near a city in China. Check out the People's Square and the Nanhu Square Explore the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum and the Ürümqi City Museums. Notable is the Xinjiang Silk Road Museum that is located right next to the Grand Bazaar Shengli Road. It is located on the fourth and fifth floor of a very large European style building which houses a shopping complex as well. Most of the exhibits have English names as well and some of their guides speak some English. Visit the Shuimugou Hot Springs, northeast of Urumqi.

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