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Situated along the ancient Silk Road, Urumqi has always had the distinction of connecting eastern and western countries and cultures. It is known to travelers for its role as the last stopover along the ancient Silk Road. With two million inhabitants, the capital city of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region lies at the base of the Tianshan Mountains. Some of Urumqi's fascinating attractions include Red Hill, Heavenly lake, the South Pasture, and Erdaoqiao Market, Xinjiang's largest ethnic minority market.
Perhaps the most distinct element of the city is the different local ethnic groups that all reside in Urumqi. Its cultural diversity is demonstrated with 43 ethnic groups such as Han, Uygur, Hui, Kazak, Manchu, Sala, and Mongoilian. Urumqi's long history and its role along the Ancient Silk Road cemented itself as an important stop for any visitor looking for a mix of different cultural representation in one city. Here, you can visit the Tartar Mosque that was built in by the local Tartar people in 1897. It can accommodate thousands of visitors and the interior is elaborate with carvings and paintings throughout. The Qinghai Mosque was first built in 1868 by the Qinghai Hui people and is made mostly of brick and wood, holding about 500 worshipers. For a more contemporary mosque, Hezhou Mosque was first built in 1988 and houses a glittering green dome with four smaller domes at each corner.
For more scenic views, you don't want to miss going to Red Hill. This spectacular landscape sits at the city center and is comprised of uniquely colored red rocks. The landscape stretches 1.5 kilometers and has impressive views of the city. It is regarded as a holy place and is a symbol of Urumqi.
The city of Urumqi continues to be an interesting place to witness the growing economy and cultural diversity. Most recently, tourism has flourished as more travelers venture to this unique region of China. Expanding food services, accommodations, and nightlife venues have all followed suit as the city develops further. Regardless of this, the local tradition continues to thrive, making it a fascinating traveler's destination.
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