Xinjiang Karamay District — core area of the petroleum industry, pearl of the Gobi. Explore the natural asphalt hill of Heiyoushan, visit the first oil well of New China Ke-1 Well, experience petroleum industry culture, and witness the miracle of Gobi transforming into an oil city.
Explore petroleum industry heritage, witness the miracle of Gobi transforming into an oil city, experience Xinjiang specialty cuisine
Arrive in Karamay District, check into hotel, then head to Heiyoushan Scenic Area to visit the world's rare natural asphalt hill. In the afternoon, visit the Petroleum Geology Exhibition Hall to learn about petroleum formation and extraction knowledge. Stroll through Heiyoushan Park in the evening and enjoy the oil city sunset.
In the morning, visit the Ke-1 Well petroleum heritage site to learn about the birth history of the first major oil field in New China. In the afternoon, tour the Petroleum Culture Museum to feel the spirit of oil workers. In the evening, explore the Cultural Creative Industry Park to experience the integration of industrial heritage and modern art.
In the morning, visit Century Park and see the iconic Big Oil Bubble sculpture. In the afternoon, stroll through the Riverside Scenic Area to experience the unique charm of the Gobi water city. In the evening, purchase oil-themed souvenirs and conclude the Karamay District tour.
A traditional Uyghur delicacy, crispy pastry wrapped around lamb filling, baked in a tandoor oven — golden and crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, rich but not greasy.
A classic Xinjiang dish, free-range chicken stewed with potatoes and chili peppers, served with handmade wide noodles — spicy and rich, embodying the bold northwestern culinary style.
Fresh local lake fish skewered on red willow branches and grilled — crispy on the outside and tender inside, with a unique plant fragrance, a Karamay specialty.
A Karamay signature innovative dish, braised lamb stuffed into baked naan bread — tender meat, naan soaked in rich broth, with a unique flavor.