Aksu

Aksu is a city in and the seat of Aksu Prefecture, Xinjiang, lying at the northern edge of the Tarim Basin. The name Aksu literally means white water (in Turkic), and is used for both the oasis town and the river. The economy of Aksu is mostly agricultural, with cotton, in particular long-staple cotton, as the main product. Also produced are grain, fruits, oils, and beets. The industry mostly consists of weaving, cement, and chemical industries. The land currently under the administration of the Aksu City is divided in two parts, separated by the Aral City. The northern part hosts the city center, while the southern part is occupied by the Taklamakan Desert.

One of the most popular tourist routes is the one from Urumqi to Kashgar through the Takla-Makan Desert. In the course of this trip you can visit such cities as Kuchar and Aksu, famous for their landmarks and ruins of ancient temples. Aksu city is located in a picturesque place at the Tien Shan foothills on the border with the Takla-Makan Desert. The city’s suburbs are known for its developed agriculture, but Aksu is especially famous for its apple gardens, with the apples best in China