Ever wondered what Xinjiang is really like beyond the headlines? Over nine immersive days, foreign journalists stepped into this vast region of the Chinese mainland and swapped stereotypes for real moments. Here’s a sneak peek at their journey:
🔥 Hot Sand Therapy
They tried a centuries-old wellness ritual where you lie on heated sand to melt away stress and ease muscle aches. Perfect for anyone into holistic self-care!
💃 Uygur Cultural Dances
With colorful costumes and upbeat rhythms, local Uygur dancers taught the crew fun moves that are at the heart of community celebrations. Think Goa meets Central Asia vibes.
🌾 Modern Goji Berry Farms
Using tech-driven drip irrigation and greenhouse setups, these farms showcase how tradition meets innovation. Rows of bright red goji berries looked straight out of a futuristic agritech lab.
From ancient rituals to cutting-edge farming, Xinjiang blends heritage and progress in ways that surprise even seasoned travelers. CGTN’s Guo Linjie captured every moment—this is the Xinjiang you didn’t expect! 🙂
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
