Hand-painted Postcards | Follow China's Tang Niu to amazing Central Asian cities

Tang Niu, a cartoon character featuring an adorably chubby girl image inspired by Tang Dynasty figurines, is a new cultural symbol of Shaanxi, China. Let her lead us, starting from Xi'an, on a tour to some amazing Central Asian cities.

Xi'an, China

It's the starting point of the ancient Silk Road and an important witness to the mutual learning between civilizations along the trade route. Nowadays, the China-Europe Railway Express (Xi'an) has become the "steel camel" caravan on the Silk Road Economic Belt.

Almaty, Kazakhstan

It is one of the largest cities in Kazakhstan. China-Kazakhstan cooperation has achieved fruitful results here.

Astana, Kazakhstan

Astana is the capital of Kazakhstan. The city has many landmarks, including the Palace of Independence, Independence Square, etc.

Samarkand, Uzbekistan

Known as the pearl on the Silk Road, Samarkand has been inscribed on the World Heritage List.

Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

It is an important town on the ancient Silk Road. The Ala-Too Square is one of the iconic landscapes of Bishkek. The standing Burana Tower is also a must-visit spot for visitors.

Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

It has numerous white marble-clad buildings and is also known as the "city of white marble." Famous tourist destinations here include a giant "indoor" ferris wheel in the city center.

Dushanbe, Tajikistan

The Independence and Freedom Tower is a new landmark in Dushanbe. Famous scenic spots also include the Rudaki Park.