• Grand Bazaar

    The Grand Bazaar in Urumqi is a popular tourist destination with a busy atmosphere, featuring food stalls, shops, and a mix of locals and tourists, but few Westerners. It offers local snacks, fruit, and cultural experiences, with heightened security measures in place.

  • Urho Ghost Town

    Urho Ghost Town in Karamay is known for its spectacular Yardang landforms with massive wind-carved stone pillars.

  • International Grand Bazaar

    The International Grand Bazaar in Urumqi is a popular tourist spot with beautiful architecture and numerous souvenir shops, although it can be a bit chaotic and feels like being in the Middle East.

  • Forbidden City

    The Forbidden City is mentioned in the context of a previous experience where the content creator was not allowed to take his drone into the area.

  • Jiaohe Ancient City

    Jiaohe Ancient City, near Turpan, is a well-preserved clay-built city over 2,000 years old, a UNESCO site that was once the capital of the Cheshi kingdom and a key military post.

    5 Best Landmarks in Urumqi (Map & Guide 2026) | Content2Map