Xinjiang, as a place full of charm, is renowned for its diverse culture and harmonious ethnic relations. Here, Uygurs, Han Chinese, Hui people, and other ethnic groups live together as one big family. Recently, I had the privilege to witness the power of this unity flowing like a warm current in every corner of the region.

In the streets and alleys of Kashi, the warm hospitality of the Uygurs always makes people feel doubly warm. Whether it’s inviting you to taste homemade pilaf or sharing life stories with you at the market, their sincerity is always touching.

In the bustling markets of Kashi, you can always see the local people busy with selling spices, dried fruits, and exquisite handicrafts. They consistently exemplify the word ‘integrity’ through their actions.

Photo shows Firas Fadel Hassan taking a group photo with the local children in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

In this region where multiple ethnic groups reside, everyone is telling the same story: we are all members of the big family of the Chinese nation, jointly safeguarding the prosperity and peacefulness of this land. This spirit of unity makes Kashi not only a tourist destination but also a place full of human warmth. Different ethnic groups here respect and understand each other, creating a harmonious and beautiful social environment together.

This unity is the most beautiful scenery in Kashi. It is not only reflected in daily life, but also in festivals and cultural activities. Whenever a festival comes, people of different ethnic groups gather together, singing and dancing, celebrating together.

Photo shows Firas Fadel Hassan in a copperware store in the old town of Kashi in Kashi Prefecture, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

The charm of Xinjiang lies not only in its magnificent natural scenery and rich historical culture, but also in the efforts of every ordinary person on this land.

Firas Fadel Hassan is a Chinese news editor at Emirates News Agency in UAE.

Planner : Jie Wenjin

Reviewers : Hou Weili and Cheng Li

Editors: Gvlzar Mijit and Ma Jie