Kashi tourism route designs can be diversified to meet the needs and interests of different tourists. Here are some recommended Kashi tourism routes:?
1. One-day tour of Kashi Ancient City and its surroundings?
Morning: Visit the Kashi Ancient City scenic area and explore popular attractions such as Geng Gong Temple, Maimaiti’s Home, and the Century-old Tea House. Feel the charm of the thousand-year-old city. The streets within the ancient city are maze-like and full of ethnic customs, making it a great place for photos.?
Afternoon: Visit the Xiangfei Garden scenic area, watch the Xiangfei welcoming ceremony, listen to the love story of Emperor Qianlong and Xiangfei, and visit attractions such as Xiangfei’s former residence and Baoyue Tower to understand Xiangfei’s legendary life.?
2. Two-day tour from Kashi to the Pamir Plateau?
Day 1: Depart from Kashi and head to the Pamir Plateau. Along the way, visit attractions such as Wupaer Town, Aotake Red Mountain, Baisha Lake, and Karakul Lake. Both Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake are plateau lakes with clear water and surrounded by snow-capped mountains, offering beautiful scenery. Stay overnight in the Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County.?
Day 2: Visit the Tashkurgan Stone City Ruins to feel the vicissitudes of history. Then head to the Mushtag Ata Glacier Park to view the spectacular glaciers up close. Return to Kashi in the afternoon.?
3. Three-day tour from Kashi to Yuepuhu and Zepu?
Day 1: Depart from Kashi and head to the Dawkun Desert Tourist Scenic Area in Yuepuhu County. Here, the desert and lake coexist, allowing you to experience camel rides and desert off-road adventures. Stay overnight in Zepu County.?
Day 2: Visit the Jinhuyang National Forest Park in Zepu County to admire the beautiful scenery of natural poplar forests. The park is surrounded by water on three sides and offers pleasant scenery, making it a great place for photos. Return to Kashi for accommodation in the afternoon.?
Day 3: Visit historical and cultural attractions such as the Kashi Museum and the Century-old Kashi Museum in downtown Kashi to deeply understand Kashi’s history and culture.?
4. Kashi Folk Customs Tourism?
Morning: Visit the Kashi Ancient City scenic area, watch the city entry ceremony, and visit attractions such as Maimaiti’s Old House, the Aidelais Museum, and the Iron Industry Commune to feel the charm of the thousand-year-old city.?
Afternoon: Visit the Gaotai Residential Area to experience intangible cultural heritage and feel a strong cultural atmosphere. Then go to Xiangfei Garden, Antique Street Jade Museum, and other attractions to understand Kashi’s folk culture and jade culture.?
Evening: Go to Qishi Grand View Garden to taste specialty foods and experience folk activities such as Uyghur weddings.?
5. Kashi Red Tourism Route?
Morning: Visit the Exhibition Hall for the Comprehensive Protection and Governance of Kashi Old City to understand the old appearance of the old city and its new look after comprehensive protection and governance.?
Afternoon: Visit Chairman Mao’s statue at Kashi People’s Square to feel patriotic sentiments. Then visit the Pantuocheng Ruins Park and the Century-old Kashi Museum to understand Kashi’s historical changes and development achievements.?
These route designs cover Kashi’s natural scenery, historical culture, folk customs, and other aspects. Tourists can choose suitable routes based on their interests and time. During the trip, they can also taste Kashi’s specialty foods, such as lamb kebabs and naan-baked meat, and experience Kashi’s food culture.?