Lonely Planet Xinjiang, Urumqi & Northern China

Lonely Planet Xinjiang, Urumqi & Northern China is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you in this region. Follow the footprints of Marco Polo along the southern Silk Road in Xinjiang, turn the world's largest prayer wheel near the walled Old Town of Guide or mount a camel and set off across the dunes of the Badain Jaran Desert, all with your trusted travel companion. Begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet Xinjiang, Urumqi & Northern China:

Full-color maps and images throughout
Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - the history, the people, outside activities, the arts, the food, the architecture
Useful features - includes Need to Know, First Time, and more
Covers Turpan, Hotan, Zhangye, Yinchuan, Baotou, Shangdu, and more

eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones)

Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges
Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews
Add notes to personalize your guidebook experience
Seamlessly flip between pages
Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash
Embedded links to recommendations' websites
Zoom-in maps and images
Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Xinjiang, Urumqi & Northern China is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled in this particular region of China.

Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet China for a comprehensive look at all that the country has to offer.

Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet.
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