Gongyue City Folk Custom Park

　　    Gongyue City Folk Custom Park, situated in Tulufan Yuzi Township, Yining County, just 3 kilometers from the county seat, is a regional-level cultural heritage site. Known to local Uyghur people as the “Golden City,” it was an important trade hub along the Central Asian trade routes during the Sui and Tang dynasties and a key town on the northern route of the Silk Road, playing a significant role in cultural exchanges between China and the West. A large number of historical relics have been unearthed here. More than 1,300 years later, during the rule of warlord Sheng Shicai in Xinjiang, efforts were made to search for gold treasures in Gongyue City over a two-year period, resulting in devastating destruction that erased much of the original city’s appearance. However, through later development, it has now become a widely renowned production area for Yili’s large white apricots. In early spring, blooming apricot blossoms create a delightful sight, while in early summer, the area is filled with fruitful trees and shaded greenery, making it an ideal destination for visitors. Moreover, since Tulufan Yuzi Township is the birthplace of standard Uyghur language, it attracts numerous linguists and scholars each year for cultural exchange activities.

　　    Address: Shangtulufan Yuzi Village, Tulufan Yuzi Township, Yining County