Grape Festival
Since 1990, between April 20th and 26th each year, the Xinjiang people in Turpan have held their Xinjiang Grape Festival. Grape cultivation there dates back more than 2000 years there and the raisins and wine produced in Turpan are known for their lingering good taste.
Major activities at the Festival are: weddings in the Uygur style, mashlap (lively and humorous folk dancing), nazkum (witty performances), Koco-style song and dance, Hami-melon competition, and camel caravans reminiscent of the Silk Road more than 2,000 years ago.
Emergency Numbers
Fire: 119
Police: 110
Ambulance: 120
Traffic: 122
Useful Numbers
Time of Day: 117
Telephone Number Directory: 114
Weather Forecast: 121
Banks
The Bank of China provides currency exchange services.
Bank of China Turpan Branch
Address: 18 Old City Road
Useful Tips
When traveling in Turpan, you should pay attention to Muslim customs and taboos in particular.
Never eat pork or talk about pigs when a Muslim is present.
When being given something, you should receive it with both hands to show your thanks and respect to the host.
Do not wear clothing that is short or too revealing. |
