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[nanny]

I am thinking of visiting Urumqi during this coming Christmas. I wish to find out information related to the following things.

1. what is the weather like in Urumqi during Christmas?

2. What should I bring given that I depart from Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur (tropical country, summer all year round) ?

3. How much money should I bring? Does credit card help to get around in Urumqi?

4. How do I get to travel to Tian mountain and Tian "Pond" from Urumqi?

5. I will be travelling alone. Is it safe to travel alone?

6. If I depart from KL, in which city I should land in China that enables me to get a connecting flight the easiest way?

Sorry for whole bundle of questions, would appreaciate if all experienced travellers could advise me on the above mentioned areas.

Thanks & look forward to hearing your reply!

Cheers,
CT

[yagmur]

hi there,

1. It gonna be very cold, it's freezing.
2. Bring enough winter coat. since you come from Malyasia, I'm not sure how much cold you can stand. Anyway, if you don't bring enough cloth, it's easy to get some in Urumqi.
3. As for the expense, it depends. Where do you plan to stay,a 5 star hotel or hostel? For most of the time, you can use credit card to withdraw money from ATM only.
4. For Tian mountain and pond, it gonna be nippy and windy. there is day trip arranged by tour agency.
5. You're safe. but be aware of the pick pocket. And if you don't want to buy sth., don't bargain with the shop owner.
6. As for the flight, you may check www.ctrip.com

How long will you plan to stay there ? Personally, I don't think it's an good idea to travel around Xingjiang in winter. If you want, you can try for ski close to Urumqi. Autumn is the best season.