Turpan is the second-lowest place on Planet Earth - only the Dead Sea is lower.
This is a true oasis in the desert, where countless varieties of grapes are grown, along with figs, dates, pomegranates, and melons.
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| One of the grape-drying houses that cover the countryside in Turpan. |
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| Raisins on the vine |
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| Turpan's most famous grape is the Sultana - the sweetest, most delicious grapes (and raisins!) I've ever tasted! |
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Different varieties of raisin at one of of the marketplaces
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| Dried apricots, raisins, dates, and nuts. Nom nom! |
Betcey, these are beautiful images and great background info! I love that you are sharing your recent journey with us here :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Drea!
ReplyDeleteWe did so much, and saw so much that I can't even begin to touch on it all. I still have hundreds and hundreds of pictures I haven't gone thru . . . hence, the very sporadic postings!
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