Step into the rhythm of Xinjiang's Grand Bazaar

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A visitor dressed in local folk attire poses for a photo at the International Grand Bazaar in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, September 12, 2025. /IC

Visitors and local performers dance together at the International Grand Bazaar in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, September 12, 2025. /IC

A visitor poses for a photo at the International Grand Bazaar in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, September 12, 2025. /IC

A visitor goes shopping at the International Grand Bazaar in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, September 12, 2025. /IC

In the Uygur language, the word "bazaar" means "market" – and the Grand Bazaar in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, lives up to its name. As a lively local marketplace, it has grown into a must-visit destination where tradition meets energy. Blending distinctive architecture, vibrant folk traditions, and mouthwatering cuisine, the bustling place sets just the perfect stage for visitors to dress up in local costumes for unforgettable snapshots. Now, feel the rhythm of the music, watch the dancers' twirling dresses, and dive into the heartbeat of this cultural landmark!