Pomegranates
( 2005-09-13 )

Pomegranates -- mainly produced in theKashgarand Hotan areas of Northwest China'sXinjiangUygur Autonomous Region -- are big in size, with thin skin and beautiful colors, and are also easy to store.

Xinjiang pomegranates contain liquid (79 percent), carbohydrate (17 percent), and sugar (12 percent). They are rich in vitamin C, delicious, cool, and refreshing, and are regarded as an exceptional delicacy by people.