Grand Bazaar of Urumchi: Culture, Unity and Affairs of Shinchyang
Beijing, April 17 (IANS). ‘Grand Bazar’ is not only a place of purchase in China’s Shinchyang Uygur autonomous region, but is a vibrant symbol of cultural diversity, traditional heritage and social unit of the region. This great market, located in Urumchi, the capital of Shinachyang, is also the center of people’s feelings and communities. Currently, this large market, spread over 1 lakh square meters, has become a major attraction for tourists. The unique architecture, traditional customs, local delicious dishes, drought and fresh fruits, traditional folk music, dance and abstract cultural heritage make this place like a cultural festival. The Grand Bazaar also contains several abstract cultural heritage projects, such as construction of folk instruments, fur paints (in which animal fur is used as painting paper) and carving on leather. Cultural interactive markets were created here to see and experience these arts, where the local culture is offered alive through singing, dancing and food. This market is not only known for shopping, but also for tourists from all over the world for the different cultures of Shinachyang and the warm hospitality of the locals. Last year, the Urumchi Grand Bazar Wide Service Center of the picturesque sector awarded the “National Adarsh Group for Ethnic and Progress”. This honor not only reflects its social importance, but also makes it a model of unity and co-existence. In recent years, entrepreneurs from all cabinets in this market area have received policy support, rental discounts, micro -loan facility and a shared direct broadcast room. By improving the commercial structure and adapting the business environment, the administrative unit here has promoted the energy of the market and the income of the locals. (Sincer- China Media Group, Beijing) -ians ABM/