(250718) -- KUQA, July 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Tourists rest and chat at the Qiuci Alley in Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, on July 17, 2025. Kuqa City in recent years has continuously renovated and upgraded the Qiuci Alley ("Qiuci" is a Chinese pinyin form of Kuqa), which sits at the core area of the city. While retaining the original layout of the historical street, the renovation aimed to improve the habitat environment and enrich tourists' experience. (Xinhua/Meng Tao)
