5A Tourism Area
Designated 2021
Aral Taklimakan–359 Brigade Cultural Tourism Area
兵团阿拉尔市塔克拉玛干•三五九旅文化旅游区
Xinjiang, Hotan★ --Designated 2021·43.9407°N, 87.5005°E
Ticket Price
Free
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Rating
-- / 5.0
Designated
2021
About Aral Taklimakan–359 Brigade Cultural Tourism Area
A significant religious and cultural site in Hotan, Xinjiang, featuring historic temples, shrines, and centuries of spiritual tradition. Red-army 359 Brigade heritage; the 359 Brigade memorial tower and military-reclamation museum on the desert-edge of Aral...
Highlights
Red-army 359 Brigade heritage; the 359 Brigade memorial tower and military-reclamation museum on the desert-edge of Aral by the Tarim and Taklamakan rim. (unverified)
Suggested Route
Visit the 359 Brigade memorial tower and reclamation museum, then the desert park; allow 2-3 hours. (unverified)
Food & Lodging
Try Aral and Xinjiang lamb
Facilities
naan and melon; stay in Aral city.
Travel Tips
Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.
Location
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Opening Hours
Peak season (April-October): 8:00-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-17:00.
Getting There
In Aral City (1st XPCC Division), south Xinjiang; ~130 km from Aksu; drive via S207; nearest airport Aksu Hongqipo (~150 km); no metro/HSR. Includes 359 Brigade Reclamation Memorial and Desert Gate.
Reservation
359 Brigade Memorial: free, advance reservation via official WeChat '三五九旅屯垦纪念馆'; Desert Gate ticketed, book online.
Ticket Price
Free
Address
Xinjiangalaer City
