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Charming Oasis Under the Snowy Mountains

🏜️Urumqi Walking Guide|A Soulful Journey to the Ancient City of Fire in Xinjiang🔥 🌟Top spot at the Grand Bazaar! The real-life version of 1001 Nights is here! 📍Address: No. 8 Jiefang South Road, Tianshan District, Urumqi 🚌Transport Tip: BRT Line 3, Erdaoqiao Station direct access 1️⃣ International Grand Bazaar A blast of Western Region vibes! Over 2000 stalls to explore until your legs give out 📸Tips: Edress silk backdrop wall + stunning light and shadow at the copperware stalls 2️⃣ Xinjiang Museum The mummy exhibition shocks the whole internet! The Loulan Beauty awaits your visit 🕒Recommended visit time: Opens at 10:30, head straight to the second floor 🍢 Food Highlights Hotan Roasted Baozi: Freshly baked in the south area of the Grand Bazaar, crispy skin sizzling with oil Hand-pulled Rice: The golden combo of yellow radish + lamb leg Yogurt Zongzi: Intangible cultural heritage snack in Lingguan Alley, sweet, sour, and refreshingly cold ⚠️Avoid Pitfalls Start bargaining at half price when shopping at the Grand Bazaar The museum is closed on Mondays, don’t go in vain Big temperature difference between day and night, bring a jacket
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Posted: Jul 9, 2025
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