Xinjiang Road Trip: Exploring Northern Xinjiang's Hidden Desert Oasis

What Lies Beyond Xinjiang's REMOTE Desert?

Destination:ChinaProvince:XinjiangCity:Urumqi
What Lies Beyond Xinjiang's REMOTE Desert?
Expat Natt2024-10-2610 min

Welcome to the MOST REMOTE land in the world, hidden in the vast desert of Northern Xinjiang. Join us on this epic roadtrip through Xinjiang's desert as we search for the secret oasis off the beaten path. In this China Travel Vlog we share with you the MUST EAT cuisines of Xinjiang, delicious handpulled noodles, and street food essentials. This video is the first in an incredible 2600+km drive around the province that most tourists never get to see. I felt like I had stepped into a Nat Geo documentary in the unique canyon near the town of Kuitun, found in the snow capped Tianshan mountains bordering Kazakhstan. S21 Desert Highway, Northern Xinjiang Beitun 北屯 Ulungur Hu Lake 乌伦古湖 Burqin 布尔津 Mo Gui Cheng 魔鬼城 Kuitun 奎屯

--- Expat Natt
October 26, 2024, Autumn in China

Video Chapters

  1. 0:00Why is Xinjiang So Remote?
  2. 00:41From Urumqi into the Desert
  3. 02:34What To Eat in Xinjiang
  4. 03:18Secret Desert Oasis
  5. 05:11Burqin Street Food
  6. 06:50Searching For Devil's City
  7. 08:39Xinjiang's Best Hidden Gem

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What Lies Beyond Xinjiang's REMOTE Desert?

Embark on an extraordinary road trip through Xinjiang's remote desert, a journey into the heart of China's hidden wonders. This epic adventure unveils stunning landscapes, from the unique canyons near Kuitun, nestled in the snow-capped Tianshan mountains, to a secret desert oasis. Savor the authentic flavors of Xinjiang's cuisine, indulging in hand-pulled noodles and street food delights. This is the first chapter of a 2600+km exploration of a region rarely seen by tourists, offering a glimpse into the captivating culture and breathtaking scenery of Northern Xinjiang.

Xinjiang Road Trip: Exploring Northern Xinjiang's Hidden Desert Oasis

Explore Xinjiang's remote desert, discovering hidden oases and delicious street food. An unforgettable journey through breathtaking landscapes!

Attractions in this video: Wulonggu Lake, Devil's City, Tianshan Mountains