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Top 10 attractions in Shanshan

Kumtag Desert
No. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Xinjiang

Kumtag Desert

6.8
4.7/5
Shanshan · 23.5km from downtown
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From AED 16.52
Mazar Village of Tuyuk Valley
Selected for Best Things to Do in Turpan

Mazar Village of Tuyuk Valley

5.6
4.3/5
Shanshan · 45.1km from downtown
Tuyugou
No. 6 of Best Things to Do in Turpan

Tuyugou

6.1
4.4/5
Shanshan · 43.7km from downtown
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From AED 16.52
Tuyugou Grottoes‌
No. 9 of Best Things to Do in Turpan

Tuyugou Grottoes‌

5.7
4.5/5
Shanshan · 44.7km from downtown
Free attraction
Flaming Mountain Scenic Area
No. 13 of Best Things to Do in Xinjiang

Flaming Mountain Scenic Area

7.1
4.2/5
Turpan · 59.4km from Shanshan
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From AED 22.02
Flaming Mountain Scenic Spot

Flaming Mountain Scenic Spot

5.3
3.9/5
Turpan · 59.7km from Shanshan
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Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves

Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves

5.2
4.2/5
Turpan · 57.4km from Shanshan
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From AED 22.02
Grape Valley
No. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Xinjiang

Grape Valley

7.4
4.2/5
Turpan · 81.5km from Shanshan
Free attraction
JIANGBULAKE
No. 12 of Best Things to Do in Northern Xinjiang

JIANGBULAKE

6.9
4.7/5
Qitai · 88.7km from Shanshan
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Karez Folklore Garden
No. 5 of Family-friendly Attractions in Xinjiang

Karez Folklore Garden

6.5
4.2/5
Turpan · 89.3km from Shanshan
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From AED 22.02

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Trip Moments in Shanshan

Spent three days in Turpan, and my views on spending completely changed

Spent three days in Turpan, and my views on spending completely changed

“🌵 The first stop in Xinjiang in July has to be Turpan!”@cortexezu6yn4xgma0 · 3 months ago
Live report from Flaming Mountain on July 15. Sisters planning to visit, please consider carefully

Live report from Flaming Mountain on July 15. Sisters planning to visit, please consider carefully

“Turpan 2 days 1 night quick text guide|Flaming land Silk Road desert oasis Basic travel information Highlights: Flaming Mountain, Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez irrigation system, Grape Valley, Kumtag Desert, Tuyugou Mazha ancient village.”@DogCakeRainPen · 3 months ago
Turpan's Hottest Cultural Attraction｜Travel Through the Millennia-Old Secret of the Western Regions

Turpan's Hottest Cultural Attraction｜Travel Through the Millennia-Old Secret of the Western Regions

“Hi, I’m your little brother Cheng Who would have thought that deep inside Flaming Mountains lies an over 2,000-year-old authentic Uyghur ancient village—Mazha Village.”@MANUEL BARBER · 4 months ago
The oldest village in Xinjiang, hidden for 1700 years

The oldest village in Xinjiang, hidden for 1700 years

“There is a place in Xinjiang, tucked at the foot of Flaming Mountain, with a history of 1700 years, yet few people know about it.”@R3v3n@nt_D@rkw1sp · 4 months ago
Tuyugou: An Ancient Earthen Village Forgotten by Time, A Millennial Reflection Under the Red Sandstone.

Tuyugou: An Ancient Earthen Village Forgotten by Time, A Millennial Reflection Under the Red Sandstone.

“Under the scorching Turpan sun, stepping into Tuyugou feels like flipping open a thick, yellowed history book.”@Chaminade · 5 months ago
Shanshan | Half desert, half oasis! This small Western Regions city is stunning

Shanshan | Half desert, half oasis! This small Western Regions city is stunning

“If there is one gentlest desert city in Xinjiang, it must be Shanshan!”@Nova321~Bell · 12 days ago
Just got back from Turpan and it was a struggle—I really don't recommend visiting in September

Just got back from Turpan and it was a struggle—I really don't recommend visiting in September

“Turpan is in eastern Xinjiang, the true "Land of Fire"🌋🍇.”@ScienceNerd101 · 18 days ago

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Frequently asked questions

What is Shanshan famous for?

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Shanshan is known for its wealth of attractions and things to do. Here are a few highlights: Kumtag Desert, Mazar Village of Tuyuk Valley, and Tuyugou.

What are the must-try activities in Shanshan?

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Consider Turpan flaming mountains + Karez wells + Tuyugou one-day tour - Red cliffs ablaze in the desert, Turpan Departure - Thousand Buddha Caves, Mazha Village, Kumtag Desert & Tuyugou Private Day Tour, and Urumqi Bullet Train Departure - Turpan: Karez Well, Flaming Mountain & Kumtag Desert Private Day Tour in Shanshan. Availability and itineraries change, so check the latest details before booking.