The most representative tourist destination in Kashgar is Kashgar Old City. Located in the center of Kashgar, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Kashgar Old City is a traditional historic district with typical ancient Western Regions characteristics and is open for free?
. Within the scenic area, there are distinctive folk culture spots such as Impression Street, Iron Industry Commune, Uyghur Medicine Bazaar, Flower Hat Bazaar, and Aitigaer Square, as well as emerging businesses that blend modern civilization with ancient culture, such as corner cafes and guesthouses in Jiulongquan Commercial Street Area. Strolling through the alleys of the old city is like traveling through time, with ancient Uyghur houses, well-arranged adobe houses, exquisitely carved doors and windows, each revealing a strong national flavor and historical depth?
In addition, Kashgar has other attractions worth visiting, such as:?
Xiangfei Garden: A 4A scenic area with Xiangfei (Fragrant Concubine) as its thematic culture, where visitors can enjoy authentic Uyghur folk dances?
Gaotai Residential Area: The largest existing earth building complex in the world, with houses built from mud and poplar wood, showcasing unique characteristics?
Kashgar Museum: Open for free and no reservations required, it allows visitors to travel through time and witness the place where Chinese Eastern and Western cultures have blended for thousands of years?
Pamir Plateau: A necessary stop on the ancient Silk Road, featuring spectacular snow-capped mountains, vast grasslands, clear lakes, and other natural landscapes?
These attractions all showcase Kashgar’s unique human landscape and natural scenery, but as the landmark attraction of Kashgar, Kashgar Old City is the most representative and a must-visit destination for tourists.?