A one-day tour in Kashgar can include visiting Kashgar Old Town, tasting local cuisine, and experiencing Uyghur culture. Here is a detailed one-day tour guide for Kashgar:?
Morning: Exploring Kashgar Old Town?
Opening Ceremony: At 10:30 am, the opening ceremony of Kashgar Old Town begins. You can enjoy authentic Xinjiang singing and dancing performances for free.?
Exploring the Old Town: Entering the inside of the old town, you can admire exotic architectural styles, such as carved hollow windows and earth-yellow houses. The design of the floor tiles in the old town also contains hidden secrets, which can help visitors avoid getting lost in the intricate lanes.?
Recommended Photo Spots: Gar Ancient City, Kashgar Grand Bazaar (a living fossil of the Silk Road), Aerial Garden (if open), Rainbow Alley, and Cloth Bag Alley are all worth visiting.?
Noon: Taste Local Cuisine?
Specialty Dining: You can enjoy afternoon tea at Guli’s Home in Kashgar Old Town, which includes tea, fruit, and snacks. You can also enjoy ethnic dance performances. In addition, local specialty foods such as Alizati’s hand-grabbed rice, pigeon soup, and pot meat are not to be missed.?
Afternoon: Continue Exploring the Old Town and Cultural Experiences?
Handicraft Shops: There are various small shops in the old town, especially handicraft shops. You can spend the whole morning slowly selecting and admiring them.?
Century-old Tea House: Along the "Thousand-year-old Street" Wutangboyi, you can reach the Century-old Tea House. Here, you can enjoy tea, appreciate singing and dancing performances, and feel the leisurely and peaceful time.?
Id Kah Mosque: As the largest mosque in Xinjiang, its minarets soar into the sky, and the mosque’s interior is beautifully decorated. It is a great place to learn about Islamic culture.?
Evening to Night: Night Market and Leisure?
Hambaza Night Market: In the evening, you can head to the Hambaza Night Market, where you can find various Xinjiang specialty foods such as skewers of red willow grilled mutton, grilled fish, and grilled eggs. The prices are affordable and the food is delicious.?
Oil Painting Street: In the evening, you can visit Oil Painting Street, where characteristic oil paintings and gourds hang everywhere. There are also many swings on both sides of the road, making it an ideal place for photos and adding an artistic touch to your trip.?
During your visit, please pay attention to the following points:?
The East Gate of Kashgar Old Town opens at 10:30. It is recommended to arrive early to avoid the peak hours.?
When visiting the Bazaar, it is recommended to bring enough cash, as many small stalls only accept cash.?
If you plan to visit attractions such as Xiangfei Tomb, please prepare tickets in advance and pay attention to the opening hours.?
With the above guide, you can enjoy a fulfilling and pleasant one-day tour in Kashgar.?