Pictures of Ancient City of Gaochang

Gaochang City is another famed city on the Silk Road, Turpan, Xinjiang.

The Ancient City of Gaochang along with the ancient city of Jiaohe is the best-preserved ruins of the ancient cities in China. Situated at the foot of the Flaming Mountain, it is about about 47 kilometers (29 miles) southeast of Turpan. The ruins site covers an irregular square, occupying an area of about 220 hectares (2,631,178 square yards). Its layout resembles that of the Chang'an during the Tang Dynasty. Attraction Intro: Ancient City of Gaochang
  • Gaochang City is another famed city on the Silk Road, Turpan, Xinjiang.
  • Photo Credit: Mr. Lynn Hurst<br /><br />Today, the Gaochang Ruins are listed as a relic reservation showing the transmutation of the history.
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- Last updated on Dec. 13, 2017 by Gabby Li -