Travelling in Xinjiang is such a popular way to spend the Spring Festival holiday this year for visitors around China and foreigners who have a #Chinatravel trip. In Urumqi, the capital city of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar is a must-to-go place, for visitors to feel the most authentic customs of Xinjiang.
Avanti (阿凡提）is everywhere in the grand bazaar. Avanti is a legendary figure, the sign of wisdom. The story of Avanti is very popular in China.
Naan (馕), a kind of crusty pancake, is a basic food for Xinjiang people. There is a Naan-themed museum in the grand bazaar, where visitors can learn more about food culture of Xinjiang.
The photo shows visitors are walking in the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar.
Photos taken by Yetao Gu.
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