Urumqi Rainbow World, a comprehensive guide is here!

✨In Urumqi, history, culture, and delicious food intertwine, creating the city's unique charm.🤙🤙🤙 When the morning sunlight shines on the ancient Shaanxi Grand Mosque, the cornices, brackets, carved beams, and painted rafters, the rich Chinese architectural style blends perfectly with Islamic cultural elements, silently telling the story of the diverse cultures brought by the Silk Road that have blended and coexisted here. Not far away, in Erdaoqiao, traditional Uyghur buildings are scattered, and behind the colorful doors and windows are centuries-old folk customs.❤️❤️ ✈️# An In-depth Urumqi Travel Guide I. Preparation 1. Documents: ID card, various discount certificates (such as student ID, senior citizen certificate, etc.). 2. Clothing: Urumqi has a large temperature difference between day and night, so even in summer, you need to bring a long-sleeved jacket; in spring and autumn, you can bring sweaters and windbreakers; in winter, be sure to bring thick down jackets, thermal pants, snow boots, etc. 3. Skincare and sun protection: The climate is dry, so bring highly moisturizing skincare products and lip balm; take sun protection measures, and prepare sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, and sun-protective clothing. 4. Medicine: Common medicines such as cold medicine, stomach medicine, motion sickness medicine, and mosquito repellent. 5. Others: Power bank, camera, and some cash (some small shops may only accept cash). 🚗## II. Transportation Guide 1. Airport: Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. There are airport buses to major locations in the city. You can also take Metro Line 1 or a taxi to the city center. 2. City transportation: The metro currently has Line 1, which can reach major attractions and business districts; buses are convenient, and some attractions have special tourist lines; taxis start at 10–13 CNY. It is recommended to use a ride-hailing app to estimate the price before traveling. 🏞️## III. Must-See Attractions 1. Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum: Free, reservations are required in advance on the official WeChat account. Closed on Mondays. You can see precious cultural relics and intangible cultural heritage collections, and learn about the history and culture of Xinjiang. 2. Urumqi Tianshan Grand Canyon: Tickets start at 44 CNY. It has a primeval Schrenk's Spruce forest. The canyon scenery is magnificent and suitable for hiking and photography. 3. Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar: Full of rich Islamic architectural style, the largest bazaar in the world. You can taste food, buy specialty products, and take photos, but pay attention to the price when shopping. 4. Hongshan Park: Free. The mountain is not high, and it takes 10 minutes to reach the top. You can overlook the panorama of Urumqi and enjoy the "Sunset over Hongshan Mountain". 5. Nanshan Pasture: Under the blue sky, the mountains are steep, and cattle and sheep roam in herds. You can experience the Kazakh customs. Both the summer grassland and the winter ski resort are very popular. 6. Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park Akhal-Teke Horse Base: You can see the rare Akhal-Teke horse and learn about horse culture. Tickets start at 99 CNY. 7. Shuimogou Scenic Area: A beautiful suburban leisure park, suitable for walking and relaxing. 🍜## IV. Food Recommendations 1. Local Flavors: - Pomegranate Red · Xinjiang Cuisine (Ruihao Branch): The restaurant has a unique design, and the award-winning Pigeon Noodles are very popular. - Nawa Xinjiang Music Restaurant (Yindu Branch): A well-known restaurant full of local flavor, with delicious ethnic dishes. - Xiaogazi · Xinjiang Cuisine (Mingyuan Branch): A popular chain restaurant with unique specialties. 2. Special snacks: - Kaidirei Polo (Hetian Street Branch): The minced meat polo is delicious and fragrant, passed down for two generations. - Baierkaite Special Meat Nang: Freshly baked lamb nang is crispy and fragrant. - Wusman Pearl Polo King: The baked buns are superb and highly rated. 3. Must-try foods: Lamb skewers, baked buns, polo, Xinjiang Big Plate Chicken, roasted nang, Spicy Chicken, etc. 🏨## V. Accommodation Recommendations 1. Luxury: - Conrad Urumqi: Rated 4.7, overlooking the Bogda Peak snow-capped mountains, with a great design and good service. - Wanda Vista Urumqi: Rated 4.8, a hotel with a Western-style Tianshan Snow Lotus theme. - Hilton Urumqi: Rated 4.7, a garden-style hotel backed by the Hongguangshan Scenic Area, with Xinjiang-style decorations. 2. Budget: You can choose youth hostels or budget hotels, such as JI Hotel, which are affordable and conveniently located. Some also offer laundry rooms, gyms, and other facilities. 3. Location selection: It is recommended to stay along Metro Line 1, such as near Erdaoqiao Station, close to the International Grand Bazaar; or near Zhongyinggong Station, which is convenient for travel and sightseeing. 📅## VI. Itinerary Planning 1. One-day tour: Xinjiang Museum (learn about history and culture) - International Grand Bazaar (experience exotic customs and taste food) - Consulate Lane or Hetian Er Street (continue to enjoy food) 2. Two-day tour: - Day 1: Nanshan Pasture (experience grassland scenery and folk customs) - Return to the city in the evening to taste food. - Day 2: Tianshan Grand Canyon (enjoy the natural scenery) - Hongshan Park (overlook the city night view) 3. Three-day tour: - Day 1: Xinjiang Museum - Hongshan Park - Hongshan Dried Fruit Market (buy souvenirs) - Day 2: International Grand Bazaar - Jinquan Mall (buy special small commodities) - Heping South Road (taste authentic food) - Day 3: Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park Akhal-Teke Horse Base - Shuimogou Scenic Area - Relax in a bar in the evening (such as IMMORTAL, Top Floor·Village, etc.) ⚠️## VII. Precautions 1. Respect local religious beliefs and customs. Pay attention to dress code and code of conduct when entering religious places such as mosques. 2. Xinjiang has a time difference of about 2 hours from inland China, so the schedule will be different. Pay attention to adjustments. 3. Pay attention to environmental protection when visiting scenic spots. Do not litter.