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Xinjiang Regional Museum
Introducing Xinjiang Regional Museum
Xinjiang Regional Museum is also known as Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region Museum. Xinjiang Regional Museum is a prominent institution in Urumqi city dedicated to showcasing the region’s rich cultural heritage.
Originally established in 1959, the museum has undergone several transformations, culminating in its current form with two distinct buildings. The striking 2005 structure, a symmetrical “一” shape spanning 17,300 square meters (4.28 acres), features a soaring 30-meter-high (98 ft) glass dome and an entrance framed by a curved glass curtain wall. This building symbolizes history as a mirror. Six pillars, showcasing styles ranging from ancient Greek columns to traditional Uyghur timber framing, flank the entrance. The newer 2022 building, a 12,200 square meter (3 acre) square structure, complements the older building to form the Chinese character “合,” symbolizing Xinjiang’s harmonious development within China.
Within its walls, the museum safeguards a remarkable collection of over 40,000 cultural relics, representing approximately 60% of present artifacts unearthed in Xinjiang. The museum attracts both casual visitors and seasoned academics, all captivated by the opportunity to explore the tangible remnants of civilizations that once thrived along the Silk Road.
Xinjiang Regional Museum Fast Facts
• AKA: Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region Museum
• Chinese Name: Xin Jiang Wei Wu Er Zi Zhi Qu Bo Wu Guan 新疆维吾尔自治区博物馆
• Best Time to Visit: All year around
• Recommended Visiting Hours: 2-3 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, Uighur History and Culture, Mummies
• Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00 from Apr 15 to Oct 15; 10:30 to 18:00 from Oct 16 to Apr 14
• Entrance Fee: Free
• Address: 581 Xibei Road, Shayibake District, Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
What to Expect at Xinjiang Regional Museum
Xinjiang Museum doesn’t just showcase the region’s vibrant history and diverse cultures — it transports you there. From ancient mummies to ethnic customs, every exhibition is a new path to explore, cementing its place as a premier museum.
Treasures of Ancient Xinjiang
This exhibition chronologically traces the rich history of Xinjiang, using over 700 relics. These artifacts range from objects of primitive society through the end of the feudal period and are organized across 12 sections representing major Chinese dynasties. The collection includes a wide range of categories including stone, jade, sculptures, silk, paintings, and ethnic documents, providing compelling evidence of the region’s complex cultural exchange with Central Asia and beyond over centuries, all while systematically highlighting its geographical environment and historical development.
Cultures of Xinjiang: A Celebration of Diversity
Step into a living tapestry of cultures, where twelve ethnicities – Uyghur, Kazakh, Hui, Kyrgyz, Mongolian, Xibo, Tajik, Uzbek, Daur, Manchu, Tatar, and Russian – intertwine. Over a thousand artifacts, from lifelike wax figures to intricately crafted vases and traditional garments, offer intimate glimpses into their daily lives and age-old customs. Hear the silent music of history resonating from each object, whispering tales of artistry, belief, and the enduring spirit of these fascinating cultures.
Mysteries of the Sands: Ancient Mummies of Xinjiang
Ever wonder about life and death in ancient times? This exhibition opens a door to the past with an unprecedented display of mummies unearthed in Xinjiang. Discovered across diverse locations—such as Lop Nur, Qiemo, and historical sites like Wubao (Hami), the Subeixi Cemetery (Shanshan), and the Astana Graves—these mummies represent diverse ancient civilizations.
Unlike the mummification practices of the ancient Egyptians, the preservation of Xinjiang’s mummies can be attributed to the region’s distinctive environmental conditions. Among these mummies, the Beauty of Loulan (楼兰美女) is particularly noteworthy. Having lived around 1800 BC, the arid climate of Xinjiang halted the process of decay, preserving even the most delicate features of her face, including her eyelashes. Her remarkable state of preservation has made her one of the most famous Tarim mummies.
How to Get to Xinjiang Regional Museum
• By Bus: Take bus 7, 51, 303, 311, 906, 910, 3202 to Bowuguan Station.
• Charter a car/bus from GGC to enjoy a hassle free private transfer from hotels in Urumqi to Xinjiang Regional Museum.
Additional Travel Advice on Xinjiang Regional Museum
• Only 2, 000 visitors are allowed to visit the museum for one day.
• The Musuem is closed on Monday (postponed when meeting a legal national holiday), on the New Year's Eve, the first and second days of the lunar new year.
• It is not allowed to take water into the museum.
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