In recent years, Turpan has attracted numerous tourists home and abroad not only because of its interesting weather and sweet grapes, but also because of the natural wonders and many historic and cultural sites. Turpan is a bright pearl along the Silk Road. The natural wonders include Lake Aydingkol (the second lowest-lying lake in the world, after only the Dead Sea), Flame Mountain (the hottest place in China), and so on. Other famous tourist spots are: Astana Ancient Tomb Complex, Turpan Museum, Shashan Park, Gaochang and Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez, and Grape Valley, etc.
