Visitors will find a lot of local specialties in Urumqi
What to buy:
Fruits and Melons
Xinjiang is famed as the ‘Home of Fruits and Melons' in China, thanks to its temperature differences from morning to evening, long hours of sunshine and mature irrigation system. High quality grapes, muskmelons, watermelons, apples, pears, apricots, peaches, pomegranates, cherries, figs, walnuts, etc., are supplied to the whole of China.
Carpet
The Uygur people are good at making carpets and rugs from wool. The carpets and rugs have high quality and vivid designs. For the exquisite craftsmanship and brilliant artistic style, the carpets and rugs from Xinjiang are famous all over China, and also welcomed by foreigners.
Atlas Silk
Atlas silk is a kind of silk fabric favored by Uygur women very much. It is famous for its intricate patterns, and multiple and resplendent colors. The silk is used for traditional costumes as well as for house interior ornament by local people.
Handicrafts
On the ethnic market, the Uygur-style hats, knitted sweaters, ethnic costumes, hand-made embroideries, jade carvings and carpets are sold. They are popular souvenirs for visitors.
Where to Buy:
The International Grand Bazaar in Er Dao Qiao is a good place to experience the local life in Urumqi. It is a magnificent commercial complex, with a strong flavor of Islam. A Banquet Hall, Gourmet Square, Sightseeing Tower, Open-air Stage and Islam Mosque are included. The total space is 100,000 square meters.
Century Ginwa Shopping Center
Address: NO.35 North Youhao Road, Urumqi
Parkson Shopping Center
Address: NO.30 South Youhao Road, Urumqi
Tianshan Department Building
Address: NO.70 North Heping Road, Urumqi
Friendly Emporium
Address: NO.14, North Youhao Road, Urumqi
Urumqi Shopping Center
Address: NO. 21, South Beijing Nan Road, Urumqi