Temperature Range: -40.0°C to 45.0°C (-40°F to 113°F)
Climate: Dry and desert-like with extreme temperature fluctuations.
Population: 158593
Language: Uyghur
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Important Landmarks
There are not many famous landmarks or tourist attractions in Aral, a small county located in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China.
However, visitors can explore some notable places around Aral such as:
The Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves known for their ancient Buddhist art
The Tarim River which is one of the longest rivers in China and runs through southern Xinjiang
Taklamakan Desert which covers a vast area in Xinjiang and is known for its unique sand dunes, oasis towns, and Silk Road history
Bayinbuluk Grassland offers stunning views of snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands and nomadic culture
Kumtag Desert provides visitors with an opportunity to explore sand dunes, camel riding tours or camping under stars
It’s important to note that due to ongoing political tensions between Chinese authorities & Uighur Muslims living in Xinjiang region (which includes Aksu), tourists should plan their trip carefully by keeping themselves updated with current travel advisories issued by their respective governments before making any plans to visit this region.
Noteable History
The Aral Rebellion: In 1864-65, a rebellion emerged in Aral against the Qing dynasty’s rule. The uprising was led by local leaders such as Ma Zhanao and Ma Haiyan but eventually suppressed by government forces.
The Silk Road: Aral played a crucial role as a stop on the ancient Silk Road trade route that connected China with Central Asia and Europe.
Wu Zetian: Wu Zetian (624-705) was an empress of the Tang dynasty who reportedly visited Aral during her reign.
Buddhism: During its peak as a trading hub on the Silk Road, Buddhism had a strong presence in Aral.
Genghis Khan: It is believed that Genghis Khan passed through Aral during his military campaigns in Central Asia.
Islamization: In later centuries, many people of Aral converted to Islam as it spread across Central Asia.
Sino-Russian War: Fighting occurred near Aral between Chinese and Russian forces during the late 19th century Sino-Russian War (1899-1902).
Oil Industry: Due to its rich petroleum reserves, oil exploration has become a major industry in recent years in the region surrounding Aral.
Please note that this list does not include all significant events or individuals associated with this area throughout history but rather highlights some noteworthy ones.
Sports Teams
Aral is a small county located in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China.
There isn’t much information available about sports teams and their histories in Aral.
It is possible that the county has local sports teams competing at the amateur level or school level.
However, there hasn’t been any notable professional sports team from this region that has achieved national or international recognition.
Cultural Events
The Aral Horse Racing Festival is held annually and features horse racing competitions.
The Grape Festival is celebrated in September when grapes are harvested. It features grape picking contests, wine tasting sessions, and other cultural activities.
The Silk Road International Tourism Festival promotes tourism along the ancient Silk Road trade route that passed through Aral.
The Uyghur Cultural Festival celebrates the unique culture and traditions of the Uyghur people who live in Aral.
Chinese New Year Celebration is a traditional festival celebrated with fireworks displays, dragon dances, and other activities throughout China including Aral.
The Water Splashing Festival is a three-day event marking New Year celebrations according to their lunar calendar (usually falls between April 13-15) by Dai people living in southern Yunnan Province near to Myanmar border; People splash water on each other as a symbol of cleansing away bad luck from last year while wishing for good luck for upcoming year; they also engage in dragon boat races and elephant parades during this time period as well!
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