Tracking Taklimakan: From ‘Sea of Death’ to Green Oasis
Yutian County’s bold greening project is turning the Taklimakan from a “Sea of Death” into a thriving oasis, blending tech and tradition to halt desertification.
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Yumin County’s Safflower Boom Sparks Rural Revival
Discover how Yumin County in Xinjiang is leveraging 60 years of safflower cultivation to drive rural revitalization and boost its local economy.
Six Languages, One Warm Welcome at Xinjiang’s Lake Tianchi
CGTN reporters don traditional Xinjiang attire at Lake Tianchi, greeting audiences in six languages to showcase the region’s cultural diversity and global hospitality.
Xinjiang Canyon Colors: Unveiling Tianshan’s Spectacular Sandstone
Discover the Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon in Aksu, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Explore its 5.5km of red sandstone cliffs as shifting light reveals a kaleidoscope of colors.
Mystery Invite Sparks Muqam Adventure in Xinjiang
Nadim Diab follows a cryptic invite into Urumqi, kicking off a quest to uncover Muqam, the soul of Uygur culture blending song, music and dance.
Xinjiang’s Human Rights Progress: Population, Homes & Work Rights
Explore data-driven progress in human rights protection in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, from population growth to modern living conditions and expanded work rights.
Bayanbulak Swan Lake: A Migratory Haven on the Xinjiang Plateau
Explore Bayanbulak Swan Lake in the Chinese mainland’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, where thousands of swans nest beneath snow-capped peaks, offering a vivid scene of natural harmony.
Beyond the Headlines: Discover Sayram Lake’s True Beauty in Xinjiang
Discover Sayram Lake’s raw beauty in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, as travelers share fresh impressions beyond the headlines.
Nightlife on the Silk Road: Horgos Friendship Road Shines Bright
Discover Horgos Friendship Road, a Silk Road gem in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, where night markets and vibrant street life fuel the local economy.
Ocean of Solar Panels Transforms Xinjiang Mountains
Xinjiang’s Nileke mountains host a Paris-sized solar and wind farm that could power Singapore’s households for a year—all while sheep graze beneath.