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Xinjiang in My Eyes

Japanese monk: Bury me in Xinjiang

"Xinjiang is my second home. I will very much like to have my ashes buried in the Taklimakan Desert."

Xinjiang: My Hometown

Xinjiang: My Hometown

I come from Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, but I'm a Han nationality.

religions

Xinjiang covers about 1.66 million square km, accounting for one sixth of the Chinese territory.

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China's Muslims celebrate Ramadan fast-breaking

Millions of Muslims across China Monday celebrated Eid al-Fitr, the festival signaling the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan -- a season of fasting and spiritual reflection.

Travel

As an important passage on the ancient Silk Road, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region has unique landscapes and customs, providing rich tourism resources.

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  • Xinjiang travel guide

    Xinjiang travel guide

    Xinjiang has a long history. The area was called Xiyu in ancient China which means "West Region".

  • Kashgar travel guide

    Kashgar travel guide

    Kashgar, located in the western part of China, has been the transportation hub in southern Xinjiang for thousands of years.

  • Turpan travel guide

    Turpan travel guide

    The transportation in Turpan is convenient. Visitors can get there by air, by train or by long-distance buses.

  • Urumqi travel guide

    Urumqi travel guide

    Urumqi situated on the northern slope of the Tianshan, is the furthest city in the world from the ocean, founded in 1763.