Galloping into Glory: Xinjiang Horse Race Wows Tourists

Hold onto your hats, adventurers! A thrilling horse race in Tacheng Prefecture, part of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, just became the highlight of a vibrant tourist festival. Over 2,000 visitors witnessed brave local herdsmen showcase their equestrian skills amid stunning mountain vistas – think ‘Mulan’ meets ‘Yellowstone’, but with way better noodles .

The festival blended adrenaline and culture: visitors cheered as riders dashed across meadows, then explored traditional craft markets and Uygur folk performances. Local organizers say events like this help ‘put Xinjiang’s beauty on the global map’, boosting regional tourism by 40% compared to last year’s event.

Pro tip for travelers: Autumn is prime time to visit Xinjiang’s golden poplar forests. Just don’t challenge the herdsmen to a rematch – those horses are fast.

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Horse race at Xinjiang tourist festival creates a sensation

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