Khorgos, county-level city in Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, China
Khorgos is a county-level city in the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture located at the China-Kazakhstan border. It serves as a significant border crossing and trade hub connecting the two countries.
The city developed as a border settlement along a historic trade route connecting East and West. Its importance grew with modern infrastructure development and increased commerce between China and Kazakhstan.
The location sits at a major border crossing with customs procedures and document checks. Visitors should expect longer wait times during border processing and keep all required travel documents ready.
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