The book mainly introduces the following places of historic interest and scenic beauty in Xinjiang, China: Ancient Town of Gaochang, Protectorate Beiting, the Mausoleums of the Uygur Royal Family in Hami, Kanas Lake, Bayinbulak Grassland, Arjin Mountain Nature Reserve, Kezier Thousand-Buddha Grottoes, Etigar Mosque, Karez, and Bagua (Eight Diagrams) Town. The book is very absorbing for its excellent pictures and texts.