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Surviving the Hottest Place in China: Turpan Summer Travel
Welcome to Turpan, the hottest place in China where temperatures can hit over 50 degrees in the summer! Well...we decided to come here during summer and it was perhaps the most stupid decision we have ever done. It was unbearable! However we tried to make the most of it to see how life was in this...
Welcome to Turpan, the hottest place in China, where summer temperatures can exceed 50 degrees. We chose to visit in the height of summer, and it was perhaps the most foolish decision we have ever made. The heat was unbearable, yet we kept going to learn how people live in this remote part of the country. Welcome back to China.
Backpacker Ben takes us to Turpan, claimed as the hottest place in China, where summer temperatures climb past 50 degrees. The video follows the pair as they decide to visit during the peak heat, a choice they admit might have been unwise, and they openly describe how unbearable the heat can be. Despite the challenge, they push through to glimpse daily life in this remote corner of Xinjiang, offering moments of curiosity, resilience, and a sense of discovery about an often overlooked part of the country. The journey is framed as a bold, if uncomfortable, exploration of Turpan’s landscapes, people, and everyday routines, all folded into a larger note of welcome back to China. The tone blends humor with grit, showing how travelers adapt when the mercury soars and the travel plans get tested.
Welcome to Turpan, the hottest place in China, where summer temperatures can exceed 50 degrees. We chose to visit in the height of summer, and it was perhaps the most foolish decision we have ever made. The heat was unbearable, yet we kept going to learn how people live in this remote part of the country. Welcome back to China.
This video drops you right into the scorching heart of Xinjiang, China, with Backpacker Ben. He starts in Urumqi, where the heat is already a character in the story, hitting 32°C at 8 PM. The first stop is a wild street food bazaar. Ben tries a mysterious, spicy bread and fatty meat that he calls 'banging,' but his stomach immediately starts protesting. They then hop on a high-speed train to Turpan, the main event, where temperatures reach a brutal 43°C. The journey is full of the chaos that defines their travel style—confusion over transport, hilarious interactions with locals, and the constant struggle against the sun. The highlight is a visit to the ancient city of Jiaohe, a 2,000-year-old cave city. The heat is so oppressive that Cat has to sit down, leaving Ben to explore alone, marveling at how anyone survived there without AC. The grand finale is a chaotic trip to the desert. After their pre-booked taxi fails to show up, three reception ladies from the hotel spontaneously drive them to the sand dunes. They climb the dunes in 42°C heat at 9:30 PM, a pure act of willpower, to watch an absolutely stunning sunset. The summary focuses on the unique blend of extreme climate, authentic local food, and the spontaneous, kind-hearted help from locals that makes the trip memorable. It captures the personal insight that even the most foolish ideas, like visiting the hottest place in China in summer, can lead to the most rewarding experiences.
Join Backpacker Ben as he braves the blistering heat of Turpan, China's hottest city, where summer temps can hit 50°C. From surviving spicy street food to exploring the ancient 2,000-year-old ruins of Jiaohe, this adventure is a sweaty, hilarious, and unforgettable ride through Xinjiang. Watch as he and Cat battle the elements for stunning desert sunsets.
Backpacker Ben risks the insane heat of Turpan, China, exploring ancient ruins and spicy street food before conquering the desert for a stunning sunset.
Surviving Turpan China Hottest City Xinjiang Desert Adventure
1:36 When trying street food in Xinjiang, be prepared for extreme spice. The mysterious 'Johnny Johnny' bread was surprisingly the spiciest item, so pace yourself.
7:14 Travel between cities in Xinjiang via high-speed train. The one-hour trip from Urumqi to Turpan cost only £5 per person, a fantastic deal for the speed and comfort.
15:34 Visit the Jiaohe Ancient City ruins early in the morning or late afternoon. The heat at midday is unbearable, with temperatures feeling like 43°C, making it hard to explore.
24:20 Always confirm your taxi or driver pickup time in writing. Ben's driver didn't show, but the hotel staff kindly drove them to the desert instead.
27:00 For desert sunset views, climb the sand dunes late in the evening. Even at 9:30 PM, the temperature was 42°C, so bring plenty of water and sunscreen.
1:36 When trying street food in Xinjiang, be prepared for extreme spice. The mysterious 'Johnny Johnny' bread was surprisingly the spiciest item, so pace yourself.
7:14 Travel between cities in Xinjiang via high-speed train. The one-hour trip from Urumqi to Turpan cost only £5 per person, a fantastic deal for the speed and comfort.
15:34 Visit the Jiaohe Ancient City ruins early in the morning or late afternoon. The heat at midday is unbearable, with temperatures feeling like 43°C, making it hard to explore.
24:20 Always confirm your taxi or driver pickup time in writing. Ben's driver didn't show, but the hotel staff kindly drove them to the desert instead.
27:00 For desert sunset views, climb the sand dunes late in the evening. Even at 9:30 PM, the temperature was 42°C, so bring plenty of water and sunscreen.
0:01 Arriving in the Hottest Place
1:36 Trying Mysterious Street Food
7:14 High-Speed Train to Turpan
15:34 Exploring Ancient City Jiaohe
24:20 Heading to the Desert
27:00 Climbing Dunes for Sunset
0:01 Arriving in the Hottest Place
1:36 Trying Mysterious Street Food
7:14 High-Speed Train to Turpan
15:34 Exploring Ancient City Jiaohe
24:20 Heading to the Desert
27:00 Climbing Dunes for Sunset
backpacker ben中國吐魯番新疆中國旅遊影片中國旅遊street food challengexinjiang travelchinese desertancient ruinshigh speed trainextreme heat travelbackpacking chinalocal foodWhat were the mysterious meat and bread like?
The bread was incredibly spicy, the spiciest I've ever had. The meat was very fatty, but it tasted banging.
Was it actually worth visiting the hottest place in China during summer?
It was a very stupid idea, but the experience of the ancient city and the desert sunset made it totally worth it.
How did you finally get to the desert when the taxi didn't show?
The hotel reception ladies ended up driving us there themselves. It worked out for the best in the end.
