The Xinjiang International Convention and Exhibition Center is a landmark of Urumqi and one of the largest and most comprehensive international convention and exhibition centers in western China serving Central Asia. As the permanent main venue for the “China-Eurasia Expo,” it plays a central role in promoting Xinjiang’s convention and exhibition economy and its opening up to the outside world.
Key Information
- Operator: Xinjiang International Convention and Exhibition Center Co., Ltd.
- Opening: Phase I opened in August 2011; Phase II was completed in 2016.
- Architectural Significance: Designed by the Wuhan Architectural Design Institute based on the concept of “The Moon Rising from the Tianshan Mountains,” the “moon-shaped” conference center and its streamlined roof have become a signature landmark of Urumqi.
- Center Address: No. 3 Hongguangshan Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
Venue Scale and Facilities
- Site Area: Approximately 200,000 square meters (Phase I); Phase II has a gross floor area of approximately 203,000 square meters.
- Total Gross Floor Area: Approximately 320,000 square meters.
- Exhibition Area: Approximately 100,000 square meters indoors and 60,000 square meters outdoors, capable of accommodating nearly 10,000 international standard booths.
- Exhibition Halls: A total of 15 column-free, single-level exhibition halls with open spaces, facilitating the installation of large equipment and the smooth flow of visitors.
- Conference Area: Features 26 meeting rooms and banquet halls, including a large multi-purpose hall and a column-free banquet hall capable of accommodating thousands of people, equipped with advanced facilities such as simultaneous interpretation systems.
- Supporting Facilities: Includes parking lots, landscaped plazas, and commercial service facilities.
Architectural Highlights
- “Moon Rising Over the Tianshan Mountains” Design: The overall layout forms a “二” shape, with a central “Chinese knot” crystal structure composed of elements such as “auspicious clouds, lilies, and Chinese knots,” symbolizing good fortune.
- Long-Span Structure: The Phase I exhibition hall features a cable-stayed truss structure with a 108-meter span, while Phase II employs a similar structure exceeding 121 meters, showcasing cutting-edge technology.
- “Bright Moon” Conference Center: This standalone ellipsoidal conference center, with its unique design, serves as the architectural masterpiece of the complex.
- Awards: Phase II and its supporting projects were awarded the 2016–2017 China Construction Engineering “Luban Prize.”
Major Exhibitions and Events
Since the inaugural “China-Eurasia Expo” was held here in 2011, this venue has become Xinjiang’s most important exhibition and conference platform.
- China-Eurasia Expo: As the permanent main venue, it serves as the premier platform for showcasing the achievements of economic and trade cooperation between China and Eurasian nations.
- Specialized Exhibitions: Year-round events include the Xinjiang Agricultural Machinery Expo, various commodity fairs, auto shows, and tea expos.
- Culture and Festivals: The venue hosts large-scale cultural performances, concerts, light shows, and New Year’s shopping festivals, enriching the cultural life of the local community.
Transportation Guide
- Distance from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport: Approximately 12 kilometers.
- Distance from Urumqi South Railway Station: Approximately 11 kilometers.
- Distance from Wenguang Freight Station: Approximately 4.5 kilometers.
- Public Transportation: Multiple bus routes provide direct service, or you can take the subway to a nearby station and walk or take a short shuttle.
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