Xinjiang boasts rich and diverse tourist resources. Landscapes here are both unique and beautiful. If you come here, you will be attracted by wild landscapes and particular combination of natural sights. Here, you can see snow-capped mountains stand in very hot land, and deserts neighbor on oases. Over 1000 kinds of wild animals and plants live in Xinjiang, including many unique grasses and trees, and animals. Here 23 natural reserves have been established,of which 4 ones are at the national level. Some famous scenic spots maybe have already been known to you, such as Tianchi Lake, Kanas Lake, Bosteng Lake and Bayanbulak Grassland. In Xinjiang there are many historical sites. Of them, well known both at home and abroad are Jiaohe Ancient City, Gaochang Ancient City, Loulan Ancient City, Kizil Thousand-Buddha Cave and Apak Hoja Tomb (commonly known as Xiangfei Tomb). Xinjiang is well known as the home of songs and dance, where folk custom is unique.
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