2. Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar

The word bazaar means marketplace. The Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar is an Islamic bazaar in Urumqi. It is the largest bazaar in the world by scale, combining Islamic culture, architecture, ethnic commerce, tourism and entertainment. It is also one of the most famous landmarks in Urumqi. Here you can buy all kinds of local products and see people from different ethnic minorities.

 

Urumqi, a hub on the ancient Silk Road
Architecture with unique Islamic charisma. [Photo /Xia Baohe]

 

 

Urumqi, a hub on the ancient Silk Road
A view within the Grand Bazaar. [Photo /Xia Baohe]

 

 

Urumqi, a hub on the ancient Silk Road
Uygur musical instruments on display. [Photo /Xia Baohe]

 

 

Urumqi, a hub on the ancient Silk Road

A timbrel percussion instrument. [Photo /Xia Baohe]

 

 

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