Ürümqi
Ürümqi is the capital of the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in northwest China. Located in the northern foothills of the Tianshan mountains, the city lies along the Ürümqi River near the Junggar Basin. It has a semi-arid climate, characterized by cold, dry winters and hot summers, with relatively low annual precipitation.
Historically a key stop on the Silk Road, Ürümqi developed as a commercial and administrative center in
Ürümqi is Xinjiang's largest city and a major regional economic and transportation hub. Its economy includes
In addition to its economic role, Ürümqi hosts cultural institutions such as the Xinjiang Museum and several