Tuyugou Canyon is in Shanshan County which is 55 kilometers to the east of Turpan. Tuyugou Canyon was once the holy land of Buddhism and Islam. The Thousand-Buddha Cave in Tuyugou Canyon is 15 kilometers to the east of the south slope of Huoyan Mountain. There were ninety-four caves there. Now there are 45 caves. 21 caves are in the east side of the canyon and 24 caves are in the west side of the canyon. The tuyugou Cranyon is the most mysterious place in the west China. It is a land with mingling civilizations of religions and histories. The Thousand-Buddha Cave is a perfect prove of that. Mazha Village has been named the historical and cultural village in China. It is the oldest Uygur ethnic group with over 1700 years of history. Up till now, Uygur customs and habits are still well preserved and kept among villagers. In the village, the old earthen architectures are still bright and gorgeous. The Tuyugou Canyon is a holy land for Muslims from home and abroad. It is also an attraction for scholars in the fields of religion, history, culture and art as well as for artists of painting and photographing. Dinggu Valley is the folk custom and culture zone in the Tuyugou Canyon. The landscape there is special and beautiful. Dinggu Valley, Thousand-Buddha Cave, Mazha Tomb and Ancient Village are the four main attractions in the Tuyugou Canyon. In the north side of the canyon is Subeixi Village which is along the NO.312 National Express. Subeixi Cultural Relic is one of three ancient cultures. It is to the north mouth of the crayon. In the south side of the canyon is the Mazha Village which covers an area of one kilometer wide and eight kilometers long. The highest mountain in the canyon is Huoyan Mountain which is 831.7 meters above the sea level. The canyon cuts the Huoyan Mountain from north to south. That is an amazing natural work. Along the road, you can appreciate the beautiful scenery in the Tuyugou Canyon which is magnificent and gorgeous. Water in the canyon is clear and fruits there are very sweet.
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