About Kurban Tulum
Lived 1883 – 1975 (aged 91–92). Kurban Tulum was a Chinese politician and farmer.
Kurban Tulum (; ; 1883 – 26 May 1975), also known as Uncle Kurban , was a Uyghur farmer and electrician who lived in the oasis town of Keriya, in Xinjiang, China. The government of the People's Republic of China promotes him as a symbol of ethnic unity.
Biography
According to a local cadre, prior to the arrival of the Chinese Communist Party, Kurban was a serf who worked as a seasonal labourer for Uyghur landlords. During the land reforms of 1952, Kurban received land and various other properties. He is said to have visited Ürümqi, the capital of Xinjiang, by riding a donkey, to show his appreciation for the People's Liberation Army's role in liberating his area.
Legacy Monuments of Kurban's handshake with Mao stand in the town centres of Keriya and Hotan (Tuanjie Square), the birth and death places of Kurban, respectively.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Kurban Tulum?
Chinese politician
When was Kurban Tulum born?
Kurban Tulum was born in 1883 in Yutian County.
When did Kurban Tulum die?
Kurban Tulum died on 26 May 1975 in Hotan.
What was Kurban Tulum's occupation?
Kurban Tulum was a politician and farmer.
What nationality was Kurban Tulum?
Kurban Tulum was Chinese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Kurban Tulum. https://biography.guide/kurban-tulum/
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