Occupying 40,000 square meters, the International Grand Bazaar in Urumqi, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region is the largest bazaar in the world. Opened on June 26, 2003 as the center of Islamic culture, architecture, trade, entertainment and restaurants in the region, the bazaar is a major tourist destination in Xinjiang. Photos: NetEase blogger Jialuo Yan

Uyghur children pose for a photo at the International Grand Bazaar in Urumqi.

An ornate teapot on sale at the bazaar
 

A dombra, a traditional Uyghur musical instrument

Ornate tambourines

Tapestries

Dried gourds

 

The bazaar at night