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Shawan
City in Xinjiang, China
Overview
Shawan, located in northern Xinjiang, is a mid-sized city known for its blend of Han and Uighur cultures, lively markets, and proximity to the region's natural beauty. Its manageable size and strong local character make it an authentic stop for travelers exploring China's far west.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
China
Autonomous Region
Xinjiang
Population
301,046
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
44.42°, 85.54°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
56
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
28
Traffic Safety
67
Food Safety
76
Monthly Cost
$685
Local Cost
$330
Local Income
$410
Cashless
78
English
23
Temperature
10.7°C
Summer Avg
26.9°C
Winter Avg
-7.4°C
Record High
46.8°C
Record Low
-27.1°C
Humidity
48%
Precipitation
206 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SHF
Distance
34 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 62/100.
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