Taking a Break at Urumqi's International Grand Bazaar in Xinjiang, China 

I needed to get out of my office for a bit, so I decided to take a quick trip down the road to the well-known Urumqi International Grand Bazaar. The question is...is this a worthwhile place to visit?
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For travelers visiting Urumqi, the capital of China’s Xinjiang region, you’ll likely hear about a place known as the Urumqi International Grand Bazaar as well as the nearby Er Dao Qiao Market. Considering the fact that there aren’t many tourist attractions in Urumqi, it’s no wonder that you’ll find this place on every travel itinerary.
But is the Urumqi International Grand Bazaar worth your time to visit the Grand Bazaar? What’s inside and what can you buy? In this video Josh gives you a look inside the bazaar and what's worth doing.
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About FarWestChina
Hi! My name is Josh Summers and I've been living in China's remote western region of Xinjiang since 2006. During that time, I've fallen in love with Xinjiang's incredible scenery and the fascinating Uyghur culture.
My goal with FarWestChina is to bring you inside this mysterious and mostly misunderstood corner of the world. I hope you enjoy the journey with me!