Urumqi

Urumqi 乌鲁木齐 β€” Most Inland City β€” Silk Road Hub

The world's most inland major city (furthest from any ocean) and gateway to Xinjiang. The Xinjiang Regional Museum houses Tarim mummies β€” ancient Caucasian-looking people found in the Taklamakan Desert, evidence of Silk Road cultural exchange.

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Xinjiang Regional Museum

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Home to the 'Beauty of Loulan' and other Tarim Basin mummies β€” 4,000-year-old naturally preserved bodies with Caucasian features. Evidence of ancient Silk Road cultural exchange.

Hours: 10:00–18:00 (closed Mon)
Admission: Free