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The second-lowest depression on Earth—a sun-drenched oasis famous for its world-class grapes, subterranean canals, and 2,000 years of Silk Road history.
Turpan is a place of dramatic extremes and ancient survival. Located in a deep basin far below sea level, it is the hottest and driest spot in China. Yet, it has flourished for centuries as a vital Silk Road crossroads. The secret lies in its Karez engineering, which turns the scorching desert into a lush vineyard. Turpan is a living museum of History & Archaeology, home to the ancient cities of Jiaohe and Gaochang. Whether you are tasting over 100 varieties of grapes in a shaded garden or exploring red-sandstone canyons, Turpan offers a profound look at how human ingenuity (the Science & Future Tech of the past) mastered one of the most challenging environments on the planet.
The second-lowest depression on Earth—a sun-drenched oasis famous for its world-class grapes, subterranean canals, and 2,000 years of Silk Road history.