Visiting Kashgar in October is an excellent choice, allowing you to experience rich natural landscapes and unique ethnic cultures.
In October, Kashgar has pleasant weather and is a great time to travel. Here are some recommended tourist destinations and activities:
Kashgar Old Town:
Kashgar Old Town is a must-visit destination, with winding streets and a strong ethnic flavor. It is the intersection of three major religions. In autumn, you can encounter many interesting folk activities and feel the charm of exotic cultures.
Journey to the Pamir Plateau:
Starting from Kashgar, you can head to Tajikistan County, enjoying the continuous snow-capped mountains along the way, exploring the Muji Volcano, and feeling the magnificent scenery of the plateau. Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake are also must-see attractions, with clear lake water reflecting the snow-capped mountains, creating a breathtaking view.
Panlong Ancient Road:
The盘龙古道 (Panlong Ancient Road) is located in Waxia Township, Tashikurgan Tajik Autonomous County, Kashgar Prefecture, Xinjiang. It is an Internet-famous highway. With 639 turns, and an altitude ranging from 3,000 meters to over 4,100 meters, it poses a challenge for drivers. However, the scenery along the way is definitely worth experiencing. After walking along the Panlong Ancient Road, it feels like you’ve traversed all the twists and turns in life, leaving only smooth roads ahead.
Other recommended attractions:
Lop Nur Village: It integrates deserts, the Tarim River, Populus euphratica forests, lakes, entertainment, and folk customs, making it highly enjoyable and entertaining to visit.
Wensu Grand Canyon: With its Tianshan Danxia landform, it is known as the City of Ten Thousand Mountains and the King of Canyons, offering magnificent scenery.
Dawakun Desert Tourist Scenic Area: Riding camels and desert off-road vehicles is particularly exciting, and the desert scenery is spectacular.
During your travel, please pay attention to the following points:
Tajikistan County requires a border defense certificate, so remember to apply for it in advance.
Southern Xinjiang has strong winds and intense UV rays, so be sure to protect against sunburn and stay hydrated.
Carry your ID card or discount tickets with you at all times.
Southern Xinjiang has little rainfall and strong winds and sandstorms, so pack thick clothes.
In short, Kashgar’s tourism in October is rich and colorful, whether it’s natural landscapes or ethnic culture, both will make you reluctant to leave.