Turpan

Turpan is the "Isle of Fire," China's hottest place, yet it is shaded by the grapes of the Kan'er Well. The ancient cities of Jiaohe and Gaochang, major cities on the Silk Road, have buried the history of the Western Regions into the loess

Suggested stay1-2 nights

Best monthsSummer and autumn

Travel rhythmCompact

In depth

The drying houses and green shade of Grape Valley are cool, and the sweetness under the grape trellis is enticing; The crimson body of Flaming Mountain burns like fire under the scorching sun. Kan'er Well is a miracle of underground water conservancy engineering; The ruins of Jiaohe Old Che and Gaochang Old City tell stories of prosperity. A bite of grapes, a tooth of Hami melon—this is the sweetness of Turpan

Sample route

Turpan: 1-2 nights

Day 1 Grape Valley and Kar Well
Day 2: Flame Mountain, Jiaohe Ancient City

Turpan

In depth

Turpan: 1-2 nights

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