Shopping in Xinjiang’s Bazaars: Bargaining, Etiquette, and What to Buy
Master bargaining in Xinjiang’s bazaars. Learn what to buy, fair prices, etiquette, and how to avoid common tourist traps.
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Xinjiang’s Weekly Bazaars: The Market-Day Calendar That Shapes Town Life
Xinjiang’s weekly bazaars run on a market-day calendar. Here is which day each town’s bazaar happens, what to buy, and how to time your trip around them.
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Buying Hetian Jade in Xinjiang: A Traveler’s Guide to the Real Thing
A practical guide to buying Hetian (Hetian) jade in Xinjiang — where to shop, how to spot fakes, what prices to expect, and how to bring it home.
