Core Insights - The tourism industry in Xinjiang is expected to experience strong growth by 2025, with 323 million visitors and a spending of 370 billion yuan, representing year-on-year increases of 8% and 8.4% respectively, reaching historical highs [1] - The region is advancing its tourism strategy, focusing on deep integration of cultural and tourism consumption, and shifting from "flow tourism" to "experience tourism" [1] - Employment opportunities are being created, with over 1 million jobs generated as a result of the tourism growth [1] Industry Developments - The "most beautiful road" in Xinjiang, connecting Altay City and Burqin County, will officially open in 2025, enhancing local employment through initiatives like non-heritage workshops and themed post offices [1] - Kashgar is developing unique boutique homestays and "home visit points," allowing residents to increase their income without leaving their homes [1] - In 2026, Xinjiang plans to introduce new tourism formats, routes, and scenarios, focusing on ice and snow tourism, specialty tourism, and border tourism [1] Future Plans - The region aims to create national 5A-level tourist attractions, such as Kunlun Mountain and Rob People Village, while leveraging digital technology to enhance tourism service quality [1] - There will be efforts to improve market order and promote employment through tourism, fostering interaction and integration among various ethnic groups [1]
新疆文旅产业全年带动就业超百万人次
Ren Min Ri Bao·2026-02-04 22:06