Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture

Changji

Located north of Tianshan Mountains, Changji is the capital city of Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture. With trees and flowers covering the neat streets in the downtown area, Changji is a commercial city with a flourishing economy. Most of the residents are Hui people characterized by a simple lifestyle. Major tourist destinations of the prefecture are the ancient cities of Changji and Beiting, Miao'er Gully Pastures, the Heavenly Lake Scenic Area, Bogda Mountain and Cliff Carvings at Shimenzi. Kangjia.

The Ancient City of Beiting

The Ancient City of Beiting is located in Beiting Township, 12 km north of Jimsar. It is the key relic site under state protection in north Xinjiang. First built in the Eastern Han Dynasty in the first century.

The Heavenly Lake Scenic Area

The Heavenly Lake Scenic Area is located in Fukang City of Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, 110 km east of Urumqi. Covering an area of 4.9 square km, it includes such tourist attractions as the Stone Gate, the Dragon Pool, Three Rocks Topping the Sky, the Magic Needles, and the Suspended Springs and Waterfalls.