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Turfan

تۇرپان ۋىلايى Turfan is located about 150 km southeast of Ürümqi, Xinjiang's capital, in a mountain basin, on the northern side of the Turfan Depression, at an elevation of 98 feet above sea level.
Has long been the centre of a fertile oasis (with water provided by karez) and an important trade centre. It was historically located along the Silk Road's northern route, at which time it was adjacent to the kingdoms of Korla and Karashahr to the southwest and the town of Qarakhoja (Gaochang) to the southeast.
Amin Mosque
Amin Mosque
Amin Mosque
Amin Mosque
Amin Mosque
Amin Mosque
Amin Mosque
Amin Mosque
Amin Mosque
Amin Mosque
Old city
Old city
Grape drying off
Grape drying off
Old city
Old city