Urumqi Shopping

Where to Buy

International Grand Bazaar
Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar
As the economic center, Urumqi plays a leading role in Xinjiang autonomous region. During recent years, big shopping centers, department stores and supermarkets have started springing up all over Urumqi. These large stores bring great convenience to the public as well as speed up the economic growth of the city.

To experience the life of the minority region, the International Grand Bazaar in Er Dao Qiao is an essential place to visit. It is a magnificent commercial architectural complex embodied with a strong flavor of Islam. It consists of a Banquet Hall, Gourmet Square, Sightseeing Tower, Open-air Stage and Islam Mosque, and encompasses a total space of 100,000 square meters. The Bazaar furnishes different kinds of goods made in Xinjiang as well as other neighboring countries, and offers all the ethnic food and souvenirs you would anticipate. Sometimes pleasant negotiation with venders is required.

Like any other big city in China, the downtown streets in Urumqi are lined with multi-story buildings including department stores and shopping malls. The following information is for your reference:

International Grand Bazaar in Er Dao Qiao
Er Dao Qiao International Grand Bazaar
 Century Ginwa Shopping Center
Address: No.35 Youhao Bei Lu

 Parkson Shopping Center
Address: No.30 Youhao Nan Lu

 Tianshan Department Building
Address: No.70 Heping Bei Lu

 Friendly Emporium
Address: No. 14, Youhao Bei Lu

 Urumqi Shopping Center
Address: No. 21, Beijing Nan Lu

 Carrefour Supermarket
Nanhu Branch: No.137 Nanhu Nan Lu
International Bazaar Branch: No.8 Jiefang Nan Lu
 

Specialties

 Fruits and Melons

Fruits and Melons
Fruits and Melons
Xinjiang is not only recognized as being a station on the Silk Road, but is also known as the 'Home of Fruits and Melons' Changes in temperature from morning to evening, long hours of sunshine and careful irrigation all work together to give the fruits of Xingjian bright color and sweet pulp. There are hundreds of species of grapes, muskmelons, watermelons, apples, pears, apricots, peaches, pomegranates, cherries, figs, and walnuts, and large quantities of fruits and melons are transported to other parts of the country and abroad. To buy fruits and melons, you can simply go to the supermarkets or you can choose to go to a local agriculture market. The most famous market is the Bei Yuan Chun Market in No.7 Kelamayi Xi Lu where you can find the largest variety of fruits and other agriculture products and experience the warmth of the culture.

 Carpet
Xinjiang Carpets and Rugs are famous for their exquisite craftsmanship and brilliant artistic style. The design and color vividly reflect both national and regional features. They are all woven manually by the Uygur people, and are generally made of wool.
 

Handicrafts
Handicrafts

 Atlas Silk
Atlas is a kind of silk fabric with fine intricate patterns that Uygur women like very much, and is renowned for its multiple and resplendent colors. Usually the colors include sharp contrasts such as viridis, sapphire, indigo, yellow, peach, orange, gold, mauve, black, white, etc. The patterns are well-knit and lifelike, representing the light and color of nature. Atlas silk is soft, flexible, beautiful in patterns and excellent in quality. It is used by the local people not only for costuming but also as an interior ornament.

 Handicrafts
Full of rich history and unique ethnic character, folk handicrafts have a high place in today's exports of Xinjiang and can be found in the ethnic market. The Uygur-style hats, knitted sweaters, ethnic costumes, hand-made embroideries, jade carvings and carpets are all popular souvenirs bought by visitors.

- Last updated on Aug. 29, 2024 -
Questions & Answers on Shopping in Urumqi
Asked by Thepdhat from THAILAND | Aug. 29, 2024 12:34Reply
Bus or metro from Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar
Hello!
Any public transportations from Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar to Urumqi railway station? By bus or metro?
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Answered by Keith | Aug. 29, 2024 20:50
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You can take bus 301 on Tuanjie Road on the west of the Bazaar to the south square of Urimqi Railway Station.
Asked by Hugo from USA | Jun. 10, 2024 18:51Reply
Any reputable jade stores in Ulumqi
Hello all, does anyone know a reputable shop that caters to carved jade pendants in Ulumqi?
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Answered by Marcy | Jun. 11, 2024 18:31
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Don't know the reputable shops as I'm not a jade expert and local there. But there is a pretty famous wholesale market where you can find the things: 华凌国际珠宝玉器城 at No. 2, Kunlun East Road in Shuimogou District. You'd better find someone professional to help you, because there are many fake jadewares.
Asked by Gio from GEORGIA | May. 18, 2024 12:43Reply
Are there global clothing brands presented in Urumqi?
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Answered by Joshua | May. 21, 2024 19:32
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Yes, you can find in some shopping malls like Hongshan Mall at No. 668 on Youhao South Road and Dehui Wanda Plaza at Nianzigou Changjiang Road in Saybagh District.
Asked by Fong Chee Khiong from SINGAPORE | Feb. 12, 2024 06:42Reply
Private Tour using private driver
Where can I hire experienced and reliable private driver for me and my wife to tour Northern Xinjiang in June 2024 for around 23 days? What is the total cost per day?
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Answered by Olivia | Feb. 19, 2024 00:21
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Try your luck in the car-hailing apps popular in China.
Answered by Jai Tan | May. 16, 2024 09:46
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saw your posting, I am going to tour Northern Xinjiang with my wife for 12 days, 25/06 - 07/07/24.
already fixed the itinerary. Flying to Urumqi from SG on 24/06 to meet the driver/tour guild on 25/06. So far only 2 of us, if interested message me. We are paying Rmb11,600 each, if can have another 2 buddies to from a group of 4, the cost for each person is Rmb9,800. The price exclude airfare, lunch and dinner, breadfast provided
Asked by momoko maw from CANADA | Feb. 07, 2024 16:34Reply
Antique Store, where can i find it in Urumqi?
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Answered by Gloria | Feb. 07, 2024 23:17
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There are many antique shops at the International Grand Bazaar.
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