1 / 5   A giant "Nang," a kind of Xinjiang-style baked pancake, weighing over 150 kilograms wowed visitors during the traditional Xinjiang Uygur food festival held in Kashgar, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, on Thursday. /VCG Photo  

2 / 5   The festival showcased all kinds of traditional Xinjiang delicacies, ranging from roasted mutton, kebab and baked buns to Uygur Pilaf. /VCG Photo

3 / 5   The festival attracted food lovers from both the local city and other regions of the country, offering them the chance to taste some of the most authentic Xinjiang cuisine. /VCG Photo

4 / 5   Other iconic produce items from Xinjiang, such as dried dates, walnuts, Hami melons and honey, were also on display during the food festival. /VCG Photo

5 / 5   The head of Shule County said that he hopes the food festival will boost local tourism and promote local economic growth. /VCG Photo