Tuyoq Village

Two thousand six hundred years of continuous occupation in the heart of Xinjiang Province.

Tuyoq village is situated in a lush gully surrounded by the Flaming Mountain.

Visiting this place it’s a little bit like time travel. It’s an ancient Muslim pilgrimage place and a very well preserved ancient town, a truly special spot for the religious and traditional Uyghur lifestyle.

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How to get to Turpan, Xinjiang Province

By train

 

The Turpan Railway Station is actually 50 km to the Turpan. From the railway station to Turpan you can take a taxi, the taxi set out with four people, generally 15 Yuan a person.
There are hourly high speed trains from Urumqi - 1 hour ride, costs from 50 yuan

By car

Alternatively you can rent a car either in Urumqi or in Kashgar.

In order to get to Tuyoq village you need to rent a car with a driver. The whole day trip usually includes Jiaohe Ruins, the Village and drive around Turpan.


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