Urumuqi shopping guide tells travelers where to shop, what to buy, and shopping tips at Urumqi Erdaoqiao markets, grand international bazaar, department stores,shopping mall, supermarkets are here.

The Grand Bazaar (aka Erdaoqiao) is a great place not only for regional specialty items, but also has many goods from nearby countries such as Russia and Mongolia. It is a popular tourist destination, the surrounding area of which is the heart of the Uyghur community and makes visiting worthwhile.
Imported delicacies can be found at the Youhao supermarket in the basement ofthe Tianshan Shopping Center, located across from the People's Square .A number of stores selling outdoor gear, camping supplies etc. can be found on Renmin Lu,east of Nanmen.

Hualin is a huge trade complex selling almost anything you may think of. Shangmao Cheng is a similar huge bazaar in the south of the city.
Please beware pickpockets and watch your possessions carefully.

Adlas Silk

Adlas silk is the great national characteristic satin in Xinjiang with unique patterns. Each Uyghur woman has been making clothes with Adlas Silk and wearing it at the time of the holidays.

Rewap

It is a kind of stringed instrument that is usually used by Uyghur and the Uzbek nationalities. It is made from wood, sheep skin and other materials.

Yengisar Knife

Yengisar knife is produced in Yingjisha County. It has a long history. The knives get 12 types and more than 30 colors.

Folk hats

The hat ,which is called “doppa” in Uyghur ,has many colors. It shows the culture of Uyghur nationality. You can also call it “multicolor hats”