When traveling to Kashgar, you can experience rich natural scenery, historical culture, and unique folk customs. Here are some specific recommendations:?
Must-visit attractions:?
Kashgar Old City: This is the historical and cultural core of Kashgar City, with 13 main streets and 99 alleys. Every corner hides the secrets of the ancient Western Regions. The architectural style is full of Central Asian charm, as if it can take you back a thousand years.?
Xiangfei Garden: As the top attraction in Kashgar City, it is full of romantic legends of history. It is the tomb of a concubine of Emperor Qianlong in Xinjiang. The ticket price is reasonable, and it is worth visiting.?
Id Kah Mosque: This is an architectural marvel with a history of over 600 years and one of the largest mosques in China. Standing here, you will feel like traveling through a time tunnel.?
Natural scenery:?
Baisha Lake: Half of it is lake, and half is sand. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful. It is the location of the Flowing Sand River in ‘Journey to the West’ and is perfect for taking photos.?
Muztagh Ata Glacier Park: Here, you can touch the glacier at an altitude of 4,600 meters up close and feel the awe-inspiring power of nature.?
Karakul Lake: On a good day, you can see the reflection of Mount Muztagh Ata in the lake, with the lake and mountains complementing each other beautifully.?
Unique experiences:?
Muji Crater: Explore the mysterious volcanic landform. The snow-capped mountains, grasslands, wetlands, and plateaus along the way will all broaden your horizons.?
Panlong Ancient Road: After walking along this thrilling mountain road, you will marvel at the fact that ‘after taking all the detours, life is now smooth sailing’.?
Kashgar Grand Bazaar: This is a living fossil of the Silk Road, with over 5,000 stalls and 21 specialized markets. You can buy various dried fruits, specialties, and exotic goods here.?
Folk customs:?
Xinjiang Intangible Cultural Heritage Tour: In the ‘Chinese Xinjiang Ethnic Musical Instrument Village’ in Wukusake Town, Shufu County, Kashgar Prefecture, you can select and purchase traditional musical instruments or handicrafts to experience Xinjiang’s folk culture.?
Activities such as shehuo performances, intangible cultural heritage fairs, and folk custom exhibitions: These activities add cultural charm to spending the Chinese New Year in Xinjiang, allowing you to deeply experience the local folk culture while enjoying the beautiful scenery.?
Kashgar boasts diverse tourism resources. Whether you are fond of natural scenery, historical culture, or folk customs, you can find tourist attractions that meet your needs here.?