Overview

Places of interest in Xinjiang

Overview
1 Kashgar
Ancient Silk Road's living museum
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This ancient oasis city in Xinjiang's Tarim Basin features historic mosques, bustling bazaars and dramatic desert landscapes. Kashgar preserves Central Asian traditions within its fortified walls and vibrant markets that echo centuries of trade routes.
Highlights:
  • 🧿 Shop spices, rugs, and antiques at the bustling Sunday Bazaar
  • 🕌 Visit the grand Id Kah Mosque and listen to the call to prayer
  • 🏘️ Wander through the labyrinthine alleys of Kashgar Old Town
1 Old City (currently closed for repairs)
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1 Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport
Gateway to Central Asia’s Silk Road
The airport serves as a major hub for flights across Central Asia and China’s western regions. Modern terminals handle high passenger volumes, offering extensive connectivity to domestic and international destinations.
2 Hami Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s hidden oasis
Serving as a regional hub in western China, Hami Airport connects Xinjiang’s desert heart to major cities. The terminal offers modern amenities, while nearby dunes and historic Silk Road sites attract travelers.
3 Kashgar Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s ancient crossroads
Serving the Xinjiang region, this airport connects Kashgar to major Chinese cities and international destinations. Modern facilities accommodate regional flights, while its location near historic Silk Road sites offers travelers convenient access.
4 Korla Airport
Gateway to Xinjiang’s Silk Road heritage
Serving Korla city in western Xinjiang, this airport connects the region to major Chinese hubs. Modern facilities and a strategic location support both passenger travel and cargo operations across Central Asia.
5 Karamay Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s northern frontier
Serving the remote Xinjiang region, Karamay Airport connects Urumqi and surrounding areas via regular flights to major Chinese cities. The facility features a single runway, modern navigation aids and limited passenger services.
6 Aksu Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s hidden treasures
Serving the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, this airport connects Urumqi and other regional hubs via domestic flights. Modern facilities accommodate growing passenger traffic while supporting economic development in western China.
7 Hotan Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s desert oasis
Serving Urumqi and surrounding regions, Hotan Airport connects Xinjiang’s remote oasis towns to major Chinese cities via daily flights. The terminal offers basic amenities and a gateway to the Tarim Basin.
8 Turpan Jiaohe Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s ancient oasis
Serving the city of Turpan and surrounding oasis region, this airport connects to major Chinese hubs via daily flights. The runway accommodates medium‑sized aircraft, supporting tourism and local trade year‑round.
2 Grape Valley
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9 Altay Airport
Gateway to the Silk Road’s northern frontier
Serving the remote Altay region, this airport connects Urumqi and other cities via daily flights. The runway sits at high altitude, offering panoramic views of surrounding mountains and provides access to local tourism destinations.
10 Yining Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s Northern Oasis
Serving the city of Yining in western China’s Xinjiang region, this regional airport connects to major hubs via daily flights. Modern facilities and a single runway accommodate domestic traffic efficiently.
11 Kuqa Qiuci Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s scenic heartland
Serving the city of Kuqa in western China’s Xinjiang region, this airport connects to major domestic hubs and supports regional trade. Modern facilities accommodate both passenger flights and cargo operations amid a rugged desert landscape.
12 Aral Talim Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s hidden oasis
Located in Xinjiang's Aral Talim region, this airport serves as a regional hub for domestic flights. It features modern facilities and connects travelers to major Chinese cities while supporting local economic development.
13 Shihezi Huayuan Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s hidden treasures
Serving the city of Shihezi and surrounding regions, this modern airport connects to major Chinese hubs via daily flights. Facilities include a single terminal, cargo handling and efficient customs for business travelers.
14 Tumxuk Tangwangcheng Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s hidden oasis
Serving the western region of China, this airport connects Xinjiang's growing industrial hubs to major domestic cities. Modern facilities and a single runway accommodate regional flights, supporting local trade and tourism.
15 Tacheng Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s northern frontier
Serving as a regional hub in western China, this airport connects Tacheng to major cities via frequent flights. Modern facilities and convenient ground transport make it essential for business and tourism.
16 Shache Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s hidden oasis
Serving Urumqi and surrounding regions, this airport connects Xinjiang to major Chinese cities and international destinations. Modern facilities include a single runway, cargo terminals and passenger lounges and efficient operations.
17 Bole Alashankou Airport
Gateway to Xinjiang’s Silk Road heritage
Serving the border town of Alashankou on China’s western frontier, this airport connects Xinjiang to domestic hubs and supports trade across the Kazakhstan corridor. It handles passenger flights and cargo operations, facilitating regional economic growth.
18 Yutian Wanfang Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s hidden oasis
Serving the remote oasis town of Yutian, this airport connects the region to major Chinese cities via daily flights. Its modern terminal handles both passenger and cargo traffic, supporting local trade and tourism.
19 Fuyun Koktokay Airport
Gateway to Xinjiang’s scenic Silk Road wonders
A regional hub serving Urumqi and surrounding areas, the airport features a single runway and modern terminal facilities. It connects Xinjiang’s remote communities to major Chinese cities via scheduled domestic flights.
20 Kanas Airport
Gateway to Xinjiang’s Silk Road wonders
Serving Urumqi and surrounding regions, Kanas Airport connects Xinjiang’s remote areas to major Chinese cities. The terminal offers basic amenities, while nearby scenic valleys attract adventure travelers and tourists for winter skiing.
3 Kanas Lake
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21 Tianma Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s northern horizons
Serving Urumqi and surrounding regions, Tianma International Airport connects China’s northwest to major domestic hubs. Modern facilities handle high passenger volumes, while nearby scenic landscapes offer cultural and natural exploration.
22 Tashkurgan Khunjerab Airport
Gateway to the Karakoram’s majestic peaks
High‑altitude airport near the China–Pakistan border serves as a gateway to the Karakoram Highway and the Khunjerab Pass, offering limited flights and challenging terrain for pilots and tourists in the region.
23 Jiangbulake Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s northern wonders
Serving Urumqi and surrounding regions, Jiangbulake Airport offers modern facilities and connects to major Chinese cities. Its runway accommodates large aircraft, supporting both passenger travel and cargo operations in Xinjiang.
24 Qiemo Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s hidden oasis
Serving the remote Xinjiang region, Qiemo Airport connects Urumqi and other cities via daily flights. The terminal offers basic amenities, while the surrounding desert landscape provides a stark backdrop for travelers.
4 Taklamakan Desert
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25 Ruoqiang Loulan Airport
Gateway to Silk Road’s hidden oasis
Serving the remote Xinjiang region, this airport connects Urumqi and other cities to the historic oasis town of Loulan. It features a single runway and basic passenger facilities suitable for regional flights.
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