Urumqi, commonly known as Urumqi, formerly known as Dihua, is a prefecture-level city and capital under the jurisdiction of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is an important central city in northwest China and an international business center facing Central Asia and West Asia. It was established with the approval of the State Council. As of 20 19, the whole city governs 7 districts 1 county, with a total area of 13800 square kilometers.