Shopping in Aksu Xinjiang | Markets in Aksu

<p>The city is famous not only for its landmarks, but also for the products manufactured there. As early as the time when the Great Silk Road was in operation, Aksu was notable for its products made of precious stones. And today, in Xinjiang, numerous tourists can purchase rare jewelries from the best masters-jewelers at a rather low price. Aksu is also known for its &quot;thin-shell&quot; walnuts and rice, items which were once sent to the royal palace as gifts in ancient times.</p>