Xinjiang, [a] officially the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (XUAR), [11][12] is an autonomous region of the People's Republic of China (PRC), in the northwest of the country at the …

Dec 3, 2025 · Xinjiang, autonomous region of China, occupying the northwestern corner of the country. It is bordered by the Chinese provinces of Qinghai and Gansu to the east, the Tibet …

Xinjiang is an autonomous region of the People's Republic of China, officially the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (XUAR). It is a large, sparsely populated area which takes up about one …

3 days ago · China has been hit by sanctions from the US and other countries over alleged suppression of ethnic minorities in Xinjiang, its far-west frontier region. It says these claims are …

4 days ago · Authorities in China's Xinjiang region are threatening to detain residents over downloading, listening to and sharing Uyghur-language songs they consider sensitive.

Sep 30, 2025 · Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region travel information about location in China, climate, history and attractions in cities like Urumqi, Turpan, Kashgar, Hotan, Korla, Ili and …

Dec 24, 2025 · Embark on a cultural journey through Xinjiang, exploring its rich history, vibrant markets, and warm connections along the Silk Road.

Xinjiang, [a] officially the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (XUAR), [11][12] is an autonomous region of the People's Republic of China (PRC), in the northwest of the country at the …

Dec 23, 2025 · From its strategic location on the Xinjiang map to its vibrant culture and mouthwatering food, Xinjiang is a must-visit destination. If you’re looking for a personalized …

Explore Xinjiang Province in China including Urumqi and Kashgar. Discover top attractions, local food and travel tips for your trip.

Xinjiang is a fascinating region of China: see the Silk Road, deserts, high mountains, ancient sites, and enjoy Uyghur food and entertainment.

Xinjiang (pronounced SHEEN-jee-hang) means "new frontier." The two Chinese characters that form the word are pictograms that represent "bow," "land," "field" and "border." Like Tibet and …

Aug 25, 2023 · Provides an overview of Xinjiang, including key dates and facts about this autonomous region of China.

Although historically distinct from China, the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (Xinjiang), also known as Eastern Turkestan, comprises approximately one-sixth of the land area of the …

Xinjiang, as a province of China, was set up by the Qing Imperial Government in 1884. After Chinese Communist Party took over China (1949), Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region was …

6 days ago · China on Friday opened to traffic a 22.13-km-long tunnel, which it claimed to be the "world's longest", in Xinjiang province.

Xinjiang, short for Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, is China’s largest provincial region (nearly 1/6 of China's total territory) and one of the five autonomous regions for ethnic minorities.

Dec 19, 2025 · The chief Uyghur cities are Ürümqi, the capital of Xinjiang, and Kashgar (Kashi), an ancient center of trade on the historic Silk Road near the border between Russia and China.

6 days ago · Xinjiang Expressway: World's longest tunnel opens, cutting travel time across Tianshan Mountains to 20 minutes.

Xinjiang is often overlooked by foreigners, but the region has a great number of tourist and travel opportunities. It is a popular destination for domestic Chinese tourists, who come here to …

Xinjiang is China’s most western most region, and borders Russia and Mongolia to its north, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan and India to its west, Tibet to its …

Xinjiang consists of two main regions, geographically separated by the Tianshan Mountains, which are historically and ethnically distinct: Dzungaria to the north, and the Tarim Basin …

Dec 26, 2025 · The world’s longest expressway tunnel has opened to traffic in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, capping five years of construction on a project designed to increase …

Ürümqi, city and capital of the Uygur Autonomous Region of Xinjiang, northwestern China. The city (whose name in Uyghur means “fine pasture”) is situated in a fertile belt of oases along the …

Apr 1, 2025 · The northwestern border province of Xinjiang, lauded variously as a land of song and dance, melons and fruits, precious stones, and carpets, is situated in the heart of the …

The Xinjiang internment camps, [note 1] officially called vocational education and training centers[note 2] by the government of the People's Republic of China, [10][11][12][13] are …