Turpan, Ancient trade hub in Xinjiang, China
Located in the Turpan Depression at 154 meters below sea level, this prefecture-level city experiences temperatures reaching 50 degrees Celsius during summer months.
The region transformed from the Jushi Kingdom territory to a significant Silk Road commercial center, with the Tang Dynasty establishing Xi Prefecture in 640 AD.
The ancient karez irrigation system enables grape cultivation across the region, making Turpan the primary producer of grapes and raisins in China.
The Lanzhou-Xinjiang High-Speed Railway connects Turpan to major urban centers, while the Turpan Jiaohe Airport serves approximately 20 domestic destinations.
The Turpan Basin contains the Flaming Mountain formation, where surface temperatures can exceed 80 degrees Celsius during peak summer conditions.
Location: Xinjiang
Website: http://tlf.gov.cn
GPS coordinates: 42.95000,89.18222
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:17
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