Known as one of the three major construction projects in ancient China, the Karez Well is located in Turpan of Xinjiang The history of this ancient irrigation system dates back to over 2,000 years ago, and it…
Drum Tower is the largest and the best preserved tower ever preserved in China. It is of typical Ming Dynasty architectural style and has two uniquely inscribed horizontal boards hanging under the multiple…
Yanmenguan Pass has witnessed numerous big and small battles and was a hotly contested spot for any military forces. Today more and more tourists from home and abroad are attracted there to recall its past…
Datong Huayan Temple mainly consists of two parts: the upper monastery and the lower monastery, which exemplify high artistic value of architecture together with the lifelike statues, exquisite frescoes and…
Niya Ruins is located in the desert in northwest of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. It was famed as the Pompeii in the East and a fantastic ancient metropolis due to the large quantity and variety of…
Aydingkol Lake is the lowest lake in China and the second lowest lake in the world. Its special geological position and the colorful scenery presented by various kinds of thriving plants have attracted both…
The Desert Botanical Garden in Turpan is a place where you can find over 500 kinds of desert plants under national protection. It is an ideal place for you to experience life in the wild and get a true feeling…
108 Dagobas, as its name suggests, is one hundred and eight Lamaist dagobas scattered on a slope west of Qingtong Dam. It is distributed in a regular way, the unique layout of which remains to be a mystery…
Tonghu Grasslan is well known for its gorgeous landscapes formed by Tengger Desert, grassland, lakes and oasis. It is reputed as "Eden in the desert". You'll definitely be impressed by the life of the…