Hami is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, located in the eastern part of Xinjiang, which is the main road from Xinjiang to the mainland of China and has been the throat of the Silk Road since ancient times.
Known as "the throat of the western regions, the treasury of China" and "the gateway to Xinjiang". It is adjacent to Jiuquan City in Gansu Province in the east, Bayinguoleng Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture in the south, Turpan City and Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture in the west, and Mongolia in the north.
Laoyemiao Port is a national first-class seasonal open port and one of the important open ports for developing border trade between Xinjiang and Mongolia.
As of 20 13, Hami has a vast territory, a small population (about 580,000) and a high level of urbanization, covering Yizhou District, Barkun Kazak Autonomous County and Yiwu County.
In 20 13, Hami achieved a regional GDP of 334 10 billion yuan, which was 22.3% higher than that in 20 12 at comparable prices.
In 20/0/6, Kloc administered Yizhou District, Yiwu County and Barkun Kazak Autonomous County, covering an area of 1389 19 square kilometers.
2016 February 18 the State Council, China has approved the cancellation of Hami area and the establishment of prefecture-level Hami city.