Xinjiang Story: Former Xinjiang herder discovers prosperity and passion on the ski run

URUMQI, Feb. 4 (Xinhua) -- At a resort on the outskirts of Urumqi, capital of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, there is often less than an hour to spare between day and night skiing sessions.

For ski coach Huzar Tohtarhan, that means rushing into the lodge, grabbing a quick plate of noodles, and checking his phone for reminders of the next lesson or filming appointment.

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