Belgrade Cultural Association
At the Tianch with Mr. Wnag Xudong
Deputy Division Director of the Information Office of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
As a visitor from Serbia, the Xinjiang Regional Museum in Urumqi felt like stepping into a living chapter of the Silk Road. The exhibits beautifully reveal how many cultures have shaped this region—Uyghur, Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajik, and others—each with its own colors, music, and traditions.
The most unforgettable part for me were the Tarim mummies. They are incredibly well preserved, almost unsettlingly real, and they show how advanced and diverse ancient civilizations here once were.
The museum is modern, well organized, and easy to explore. It gives a deep sense of Xinjiang’s layered history and its unique blend of East and West.
I left with the impression that Xinjiang is a world of its own—full of stories, identities, and beauty that you don’t encounter often, even when you travel a lot.
Souvenirs at the Urumqi Bazaar
At the Urumqi bazaar, choosing a souvenir feels like stepping into a kaleidoscope. As a visitor, you’re surrounded by vibrant Uyghur embroidery, hand-woven carpets, colorful scarves, carved jade pieces, and traditional instruments that seem to carry the sound of the desert.
Vendors are warm and welcoming—they often explain the meaning behind a pattern or show how something is made. Even in the lively chaos, there’s a sense of authenticity and tradition.
In the end, souvenirs from Urumqi aren’t just objects; they feel like small pieces of history you bring home with you.
Xinjiang is a region of contrasts—intense, vast, mysterious, and deeply beautiful. From the earthy warmth of Kashi, through the urban pulse of Urumqi, to the ethereal calm of Heavenly Lake.
It is a place that stays with you long after you leave—through colors.
Tianchi - Heavenly Lake of Tian Shan
And then—complete silence.
The Heavenly Lake lives up to its name. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains of the Tianshan range, the lake glows with shades of turquoise and deep blue that change with the light. The air is fresh and crisp.
Standing above the water, watching the reflection of the peaks, I felt a sense of clarity and stillness that’s hard to describe
Travel Impressions from Xinjiang: Kashi, Urumqi & the Heavenly Lake
Visiting China’s Xinjiang region feels like stepping into a different world—one where cultures, landscapes, and histories intertwine in ways I had never experienced before.
My journey took me through Kashi, Urumqi, and finally to the breathtaking Heavenly Lake, each place leaving a distinct and unforgettable impression.
Kashi (Kashgar)
Kashi welcomed me with warm, golden light and the unmistakable scent of spices drifting through its narrow streets. The Old Town feels ancient and alive at the same time—carved wooden balconies, colorful markets, craftsmen shaping metal and wood by hand, and the gentle rhythm of everyday life.
The people were warm, curious, and open. The architecture carries a deep sense of history, and the blend of Uyghur culture with the broader Silk Road heritage gives the city a unique, almost mythical character.
At the Tianch with Mr. An Le
Director of Brant Managment Department of the CICC.
"In front of the Belgrade Cultural Association I want to thank Mr. Wnag Xudong & Mr. An Le and his team for perfect organization of the visit to Xinjiang, China. Dear friends, looking forward to see you again!"
Milinko Jelovac, Chairman of the Board
Urumqi is a different world—vast, modern, energetic. Wide avenues, bright city lights, and a multicultural atmosphere shape the city’s pulse.
Despite its size and modernity, the city surprised me with its warmth and accessibility. Markets are vibrant, full of flavors and colors I had never seen before. The contrast between traditional Uyghur influences and contemporary Chinese architecture creates a dynamic visual mosaic.
Urumqi feels like a meeting point of everything: East and West, mountains and desert, tradition and futurism
Xinjiang Grand Theatre (新疆大剧院)
Visiting the Xinjiang Grand Theatre (新疆大剧院) was one of the most impressive cultural experiences of my trip. The diversity of performances is remarkable—traditional Uyghur dance, modern stage pieces, historical reenactments, and musical numbers that blend ancient rhythms with contemporary choreography.
What stood out the most were the spectacular costumes: rich colors, intricate embroidery, traditional headpieces, and fabrics that move like part of the story. The stage often comes alive not only with dancers, but with horses and even camels, creating a sense of authenticity and grandeur you rarely see in modern theaters.
A brilliant addition is the 3D computer-generated screens that transform the entire stage—mountains, deserts, old Silk Road cities—everything appears so real that you feel pulled into the scene. For visitors, the bilingual subtitles (Chinese and English) make the entire experience easy to follow.
As a traveler, I left the theatre feeling as if I had witnessed centuries of Xinjiang’s history and creativity in a single evening. It’s a show that stays with you.