The Aizihan Fig Orchard is situated in Aizihan Village, Songtak Township, approximately 1 kilometer from the city center. The Uyghur word for fig is “Anjuer,” also known as “Ren Shen Guo” (Ginseng Fruit). Originally native to West Asia, it was introduced to China via the Silk Road during the Tang Dynasty, where it was called “Ayi” or “Fu Zhen,” and commonly referred to as “fig” by the public. The fig tree is a shrub or small tree, and its fruit is round, initially green in color and turning light yellow when ripe. It bears fruit three times a year, categorized into summer and autumn crops, available on the market around mid-July, mid-August, and early September respectively. The fruit contains 14–19% refractive sugar, has a sweet and fragrant taste, and is rich in nutrients, including various vitamins. It enjoys an excellent reputation, attracting many visitors.
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