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Flaming Mountain Scenic Area
No. 13 of Best Things to Do in Xinjiang

Flaming Mountain Scenic Area

7.1
4.2/5
Turpan · 26.8 km from downtown
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The Ancient City of Jiaohe
No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Turpan

The Ancient City of Jiaohe

6.4
4.6/5
Turpan · 9.9 km from downtown
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Tuyugou
No. 6 of Best Things to Do in Turpan

Tuyugou

6.1
4.4/5
Shanshan · 43.7 km from downtown
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Kumtag Desert
No. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Xinjiang

Kumtag Desert

6.8
4.7/5
Shanshan · 23.5 km from downtown
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Grape Valley
No. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Xinjiang

Grape Valley

7.4
4.2/5
Turpan · 7.5 km from downtown
Free attraction
Karez Folklore Garden
No. 5 of Family-friendly Attractions in Xinjiang

Karez Folklore Garden

6.5
4.2/5
Turpan · 3.2 km from downtown
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Turpan Karez Paradise
No. 13 of Family-friendly Attractions in Xinjiang

Turpan Karez Paradise

5.9
4.5/5
Turpan · 6.3 km from downtown
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Jiaohe Post Scenic Area—Source of Karez
No. 14 of Family-friendly Attractions in Xinjiang

Jiaohe Post Scenic Area—Source of Karez

5.8
4.4/5
Turpan · 7.9 km from downtown
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Tuyugou Grottoes‌
No. 9 of Best Things to Do in Turpan

Tuyugou Grottoes‌

5.7
4.5/5
Shanshan · 44.7 km from downtown
Free attraction
Mazar Village of Tuyuk Valley
Selected for Best Things to Do in Turpan

Mazar Village of Tuyuk Valley

5.6
4.3/5
Shanshan · 45.1 km from downtown

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Trip Moments in Turpan

Classic 12-Day Pure Leisure Tour of Southern Xinjiang

Classic 12-Day Pure Leisure Tour of Southern Xinjiang

“【Introduction】: Beautiful Xinjiang is a highly worthwhile travel destination.”@新疆向导-魏先文 · 2 months ago
Chronicles of Xinjiang.

Chronicles of Xinjiang.

“A journey through Urumqi, the Wild Horse Ecological Park, the Karez Wells, Grape Valley, the Flaming Mountains, the Kumtag Desert, the Caizigou Art Village in Mulei, the Jiangbulake Scenic Area, and the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar.”@快意人生 · 1 month ago
Urumqi is beautiful, but I won’t come back again July 30

Urumqi is beautiful, but I won’t come back again July 30

“🌞 Visiting Urumqi in July was the best decision I made this year!”@DOUGLAS KIM · 2 months ago
Spent three days in Turpan, and my views on spending completely changed

Spent three days in Turpan, and my views on spending completely changed

“🌵 The first stop in Xinjiang in July has to be Turpan!”@cortexezu6yn4xgma0 · 3 months ago
Live report from Flaming Mountain on July 15. Sisters planning to visit, please consider carefully

Live report from Flaming Mountain on July 15. Sisters planning to visit, please consider carefully

“Turpan 2 days 1 night quick text guide|Flaming land Silk Road desert oasis Basic travel information Highlights: Flaming Mountain, Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez irrigation system, Grape Valley, Kumtag Desert, Tuyugou Mazha ancient village.”@DogCakeRainPen · 3 months ago
Xinjiang Panoramic Travel Route Map

Xinjiang Panoramic Travel Route Map

“Illustration of traffic distances between scenic spots across Northern and Southern Xinjiang, clearly dividing the two major regions of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.”@新疆当地向导魏翼 · 4 months ago
The oldest village in Xinjiang, hidden for 1700 years

The oldest village in Xinjiang, hidden for 1700 years

“There is a place in Xinjiang, tucked at the foot of Flaming Mountain, with a history of 1700 years, yet few people know about it.”@R3v3n@nt_D@rkw1sp · 4 months ago
Tuyugou: An Ancient Earthen Village Forgotten by Time, A Millennial Reflection Under the Red Sandstone.

Tuyugou: An Ancient Earthen Village Forgotten by Time, A Millennial Reflection Under the Red Sandstone.

“Under the scorching Turpan sun, stepping into Tuyugou feels like flipping open a thick, yellowed history book.”@Chaminade · 5 months ago

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Frequently asked questions

What is Turpan famous for?

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Turpan is known for its wealth of attractions and things to do. Here are a few highlights: Flaming Mountain Scenic Area, The Ancient City of Jiaohe, and Tuyugou.

What are the must-try activities in Turpan?

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Consider Turpan/Urumqi Departure - Karez Well & Flaming Mountain Chinese Group Day Tour, Turpan Departure - Thousand Buddha Caves, Mazha Village, Kumtag Desert & Tuyugou Private Day Tour, and Turpan flaming mountains + Karez wells + Tuyugou one-day tour - Red cliffs ablaze in the desert in Turpan. Availability and itineraries change, so check the latest details before booking.