📜 Ancient city ruins, a natural fortress on the Silk Road.
🔍 One of the oldest and best-preserved earth building cities in the world.

Why Go

🏰 Explore well-preserved ancient residences and temples.
🚶 Wander through central and side avenues.
🌄 Experience a unique desert landscape with historical significance.
🍇 Buy local specialty raisins from Uighur merchants.

Why Avoid

🥵 Extremely hot in summer (temperatures up to 152°F).

Tips

🌅 Visit in late afternoon to avoid heat and catch sunset.
⏳ Recommended visiting time is 2 hours.

Cost

💰 CNY 95 (includes museum and tourist bus).

Hours

🕒 Daily, 9:00-20:00 (May to October recommended season).