Urumqi Pictures
Urumqi Photos
Urumqi is the capital of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region and the most 'inland' city in the world. With a population of two million gaily-dressed ethnic inhabitants, the city is likened to a piece of emerald embedded at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains. Detailed information about Urumqi Travel Guide
Urumqi Downtown Area (26)
In recent years, Urumqi Ciy has developed its economy, industry, culture as well as tourism and transportation rapidly. The downtown area of the city has also become more and more prosperous.
Red Hill (13)
Situated inside the Red Hill Park, the Red Hill is considered as a landmark of Urumqi. Since the mountain is made up of aubergine rock, it looks reddish brown, hence the name Red Hill.
As the biggest Islamic mosque in Urumqi, Shaanxi Grand Mosque is situated in the northern end of Jianzhong Road.
Southern Pastures (18)
In Mongolian 'Urumqi' means 'beautiful pastures'. The Southern Pastures just lies in the suburb area of Urumqi, about 75 kilometers (about 46 miles) away from the city.
Heavenly Lake (19)
The well-known Tianchi Lake of Xinjiang is located in the middle of Bogda Peak, which is 110 kilometers (68 miles) east of Urumqi City. In summer, the beautiful lake is an ideal cool resort, where visitors can enjoy boating on the lake.
Tianshan Mountains (12)
Tianshan Mountain is a huge mountain located in the central area of Asia, stretching through the middle part of Xinjiang and reaching to Kazakhstan in the west.
There are more than 50,000 items in Xinjiang Region Museum, displaying the local culture including costumes, religion, marriage customs and festivals.
It is the largest bazaar in the world gathering Islamic culture, building, ethnic trade, entertainment and catering. It is the assembly place and exhibition center of Xinjiang tourist products.
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Travelers' Voices on Urumqi Photos
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Aug. 21,2009 16:15 Reply
Mr.Phuddi(Yaoon DA) said:
Almost 5000 Rupees Pakistan is China Visa Fee for visiting Urumqi you can go through Karakorum Highway Islamabad to Urumchi its almost 5 days travel with easy stays. You will enjoy alot. when you reach Urumqi then don't get Train to Shanghai its 2 nights Distence and enjoy again Bullet Train. and Then from shanghai take your Flight to Dubai
I visit Urumqi once in 60 days
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Jul. 20,2009 10:32 Reply
Mr.ali raza(United arab emirates) said:
i m working in United Arab Emirates.i want to visit urumqi for one week.i m pakistani nationality holder.how is the visit visa process from UAE.thenks and reguards Ali Raza
Jul. 20,2009 21:08
Mr.pergf (uh) replied:
Hi, you can find whatever you want here: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/embassy/visa.htm
Jul. 24,2009 13:31
Mr.ali raza(united arab emirats) replied:
my fiancy studying there in urumqi xin jiang madical university.so i want to visit urumqi to meet my fiancy thanks
Jul. 25,2009 21:30
Mr.sally(usa) replied:
Really, so you should not tell her in advance and then give she a big surprise and i think she must be quite happy.
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May. 17,2009 14:29 Reply
Mr.kelly(south africa) said:
who do I ask to help me with a 1-2 day tour accomadation in urumqi staying near heavenly lake seeing pasture fields / dersert
thanks
Kelly
May. 24,2009 20:00
Ms.Ruth(China) replied:
As I know, near the Heavenly Lake, there are no nice hotels for your accommodation. You can stay in the downtown of Urumqi.