Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum
Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum
- Chinese Name: 新疆维吾尔自治区博物馆
- Add: :No. 581, Northwest Road, Shayibak District, Urumqi 乌鲁木齐市沙依巴克区西北路581号
- Opening Hours :Tuesday through Sunday, 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Tickets: free
- Paid service: Chinese-language guided tour, 50 RMB per person
- Area: 17299 km²
- Established in : 1953
- The total collection comprises: 24,606 items (sets)
- Museum Collection Masterpiece: The Loulan Female Mummy
- Official Website:
- Contact: (+86)
Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum
Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum
Xinjiang Regional Museum: Gateway to the Silk Road Civilizations
Why Visit the Museum
Located in Urumqi, the Xinjiang Regional Museum is one of the most fascinating cultural institutions in China. It offers a deep dive into the region’s role as a crossroads of the ancient Silk Road, where East and West met, traded, and influenced each other for centuries.
For Western travelers, this museum provides essential context before exploring Xinjiang’s landscapes. It brings history to life through remarkably well-preserved artifacts, multicultural narratives, and exhibitions that reveal the diversity of ethnic groups, traditions, and religions in the region.
Top Experiences You Can’t Miss
1. The Famous Tarim Basin Mummies
Discover naturally preserved mummies over 3,000 years old, offering rare insights into early human life along the Silk Road.
2. Silk Road Artifacts & Textiles
Admire ancient fabrics, tools, and trade goods that highlight Xinjiang’s importance as a global exchange hub.
3. Ethnic Culture Exhibits
Explore displays of traditional clothing, musical instruments, and daily life from Uyghur, Kazakh, and other ethnic communities.
4. Modern, Easy-to-Navigate Galleries
Clear layouts and bilingual explanations make the museum accessible and engaging for international visitors.
A Cultural Foundation for Your Journey
The Xinjiang Regional Museum is more than a museum—it’s the key to understanding everything you will see across the region. Ideal for culture lovers and curious travelers, it transforms your trip into a richer, more meaningful Silk Road experience.
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