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Urumqi's time-honored hand-pulled mutton After the first snow in Urumqi, the temperature dropped sharply to below zero. Eat some hand-pulled mutton to warm up. 🕌️Weijia Lamb is a time-honored halal brand that eats hand-pulled mutton. It is near Min Street. 🐑"Lamb" You can order at least half a kilogram of hand-pulled mutton, tender lamb, original flavor. Dip a little salt and it is delicious enough. 🥬"Spinach noodles" Spinach noodles are cold, and the noodles are added with spinach juice and noodles. They are chewy and very good with lamb. 🍵"Sanpaotai (tea)" Sanpaotai is a tea that is loved by people in the northwest. It is warm and paired with lamb to relieve greasiness and refresh the mouth. You can order a bowl or a pot. If you are in the city center, you might as well come and eat lamb.

When searching for local specialties, Weijia Lamb appeared too often. It really made me feel that if I didn't go there to eat, this trip to Urumqi would be in vain. I worked hard just to eat some meat. I got stuck in traffic for a long time on the bus and realized that I got on the wrong bus. I got off the bus and walked to the subway. Fortunately, the lamb was worth the trip. It was soft and tender without any smell, fat but not greasy, so fragrant.

If you want to eat more authentic local dishes, I recommend you to come to this restaurant. I ordered the most distinctive local milk tea, which tastes salty and sweet, and is super unique. The barbecue tastes good too.

Urumqi 2-Day, 1-Night Highlights Tour (Budget 1,000 RMB) Suitable for: Short Trips/Food Lovers/Nature Lovers Theme: Western Region Culture + Tianshan Mountain Scenic Spots + Grand Bazaar Dining 📅 Itinerary Overview Budget: Transportation 400 RMB + Accommodation 200 RMB + Food 200 RMB + Entrance Fees 200 RMB Transportation Recommendations: Bus/Taxi (Urumqi's attractions are scattered, starting taxi fare 10 RMB) Accommodation Recommendations: Hostels/Budget Hotels near the International Grand Bazaar (approximately 200 RMB/night) 🌄 Day 1: City Culture + Foodie Rush Morning Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar (Free) The world's largest bazaar, see iconic Silk Road architecture, and remember to bargain for dried fruit! Xinjiang Museum (Free, Reservations Required) Highlights include the Loulan Mummies and Western Region historical relics. The entire tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours. Lunch Lingguan Lane Snack Street (30 yuan per person) Locals' Eatery! Recommended: Meat Naan (8 yuan), Yogurt Zongzi (6 yuan), and Baked Buns (3 yuan each). Afternoon Hongshan Park (Free) Climb Hongshan Tower for a panoramic view of Urumqi; sunset is incredibly romantic. People's Park (Free) Experience the daily life of Uyghur residents and occasionally encounter impromptu folk dances. Dinner Weijia Lamb (60 yuan per person) Hand-pulled lamb with pi ya zi (onions), tender and flavorful. Order half a kilogram (approximately 50 yuan). Overnight: Hostel near the Grand Bazaar (200 RMB) 🏔️ Day 2: Tianshan Tianchi Day Trip Full Day Tianshan Tianchi (Ticket + Shuttle Bus 155 RMB) Transportation: Urumqi North Suburb Bus Station → Fukang City → Scenic Area Bus (Roundtrip approximately 50 RMB/person) How to: Walk along the lake to the West Queen Mother Temple or take the Maya Mountain Cableway (another 220 RMB, budget-friendly). Lunch Simple meal within the scenic area (30 RMB per person) Bring your own naan and yogurt, or try Kazakh milk tea or pilaf. Return Return to the city before 5:00 PM and head directly to the train station/airport (taxi approximately 50 RMB). 💰 Budget Details Transportation: City bus/taxi 100 RMB + round-trip Tianchi fare 50 RMB + return transportation 250 RMB = 400 RMB Accommodation: 200 RMB x 1 night = 200 RMB Food: 30 RMB + 60 RMB + 30 RMB = 120 RMB (the remaining 80 RMB can be used to add a roasted whole lamb leg!) Admission: Tianchi 155 RMB + Hongshan Park free = 155 RMB Total: Approximately 875 RMB (125 RMB left for flexible spending) 💡 Travel Tips Safety: Urumqi security is strict, so bring your ID. Time Difference: Xinjiang's sleep schedule is two hours later, and restaurants serve lunch after 2:00 PM. Souvenirs: Buying on the bus is a good value. Recommended: Dried figs (25 RMB/bag) and almonds (40 RMB/kg). Enjoy a short trip! Enjoy delicious food and visit Tianshan Mountain for just 1,000 RMB! 🐫 #UrumqiInternationalGrandBazaar #XinjiangMuseumJourneyXinjiangHumanitiesHistory #TianshanTianchi

Ili, the Pearl of Xinjiang 🏞 Grasslands + snow-capped mountains + lakes = a paradise on earth! This super-budget 3-day, 2-night guide is proven to work! 💯 Explore stunning Ili without any setbacks! ✨ 🔴Day 1 | Grassland Rhapsody ☀Morning: Nalati Grassland 👉"China's Most Beautiful Grassland" confirmed! Endless greenery + herds of cattle and sheep 🐑Every photo is a masterpiece! 📸 📍Address: Nalati Town, Xinyuan County 🚗Transportation: Recommended: Charter a car or drive (approximately 3 hours from Yining) ⏰Hours: Open all day (morning is recommended for the best light) 💯Activities: Horseback riding/photography/vacation (100-200 RMB per person) 🍴Lunch: Grassland-style restaurant 🔥Xinjiang culinary wonderland! The pilaf and lamb skewers are so delicious they'll make you cry! 😭 50 yuan per person, you'll have to lean on the wall to eat! ✅ 📍Directions: Narat Nomadic Restaurant (right next to the scenic area) 🌅Afternoon: Kalajun Grassland 💃The "Human Grassland" is absolutely stunning! The naturally formed wavy lines are breathtaking! 📍Address: Kaladala Township, Tekes County 🚗Transportation: About 2 hours from Narat ⏰Time: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM 💡Tips: Save energy by buying a shuttle ticket (80 yuan per person) 🌙Evening: Accommodation in Yining City 🏨Recommended: Yili River Hotel (200 yuan per person/night) 🌃Evening: Explore and eat at the Han Street Night Market! 🔵Day 2｜Lake Adventure ☀Morning: Sayram Lake 💧The "Last Tear of the Atlantic Ocean"—a breathtaking blue! A paradise for cycling enthusiasts 🚴♀ 📍Address: Sailimu Lake Scenic Area, Bole City 🚗Transportation: Approximately 2 hours from Yining ⏰Open: All day (Arriving before 9:00 PM to avoid crowds) 💰Admission: 75 yuan/person 🍴Lunch: Picnic by the lake 🥪Bring your own food to save money! Recommended: BBQ, naan, and fruit.🍉 💢Note: Be sure to take your trash with you! 🌅Afternoon: Guozigou Bridge 🌉Xinjiang's coolest highway bridge! Drone photography is absolutely stunning! ✈ 📍Address: Guozigou Canyon, Huocheng County 🚗Transportation: 30 minutes from Sayram Lake 📸Best spot: Golden Summit Observation Deck 🌙Evening: Continue to Yining 🍗Must-try dinner: Weijia Lamb (locals always line up) 🟢Day 3 | Cultural Experience Day ☀Morning: Horgos Port 🛍Shop at the China-Kazakhstan Duty Free Shop! Russian chocolate is super cheap! 🍫 📍Address: Youyi Road, Horgos City ⏰Time: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM ⚠Reminder: Remember to bring your passport/get a pass 🍴Lunch: Port Specialty Restaurant 🥛Experience Kazakh flavors with horse meat naan and salty milk tea🥄 Recommended: "Port Food City" (40 yuan per person) 🌅Afternoon: Huiyuan Ancient City 🏯Travel back to the Qing Dynasty in a second! A Complete Look at the Ancient City from the Qing Dynasty 📍Address: Huiyuan Town, Huocheng County 🎫Admission: 40 yuan/person Must-see: Bell and Drum Tower/General's Mansion ✨Must-have Checklist✨ ✔ Windproof Jacket (The temperature difference is huge!) ✔ Sun Protection Three-Piece Set (Hat + Sunglasses + Sunscreen) ✔ Power Bank (The journey is long) ✔ Cash (Some places only accept cash) 💬Any questions? Leave a comment! Save this guide for your next trip! 🚗 #YiliTravel #XinjiangTravel #Budget-SavingGuides #UncommonTravelDestinations #SayramLake