Essential Travel Guide for Southern Xinjiang Tourism Southern Xinjiang Tourism

　　Essential Travel Guide for Southern Xinjiang Tourism Southern Xinjiang Tourism​

　　Southern Xinjiang Tourism​

　　1. Kashgar​

　　It is said that ‘you haven’t been to Xinjiang until you’ve been to Kashgar.’ Kashgar, as a city at the western tip of China, borders the Pamir Plateau, the ‘roof of the world,’ to the west and is close to the Taklamakan Desert to the east. Many ancient ethnic groups have thrived here. Walking on the streets of Kashgar, you will mostly bump into Uyghurs wearing flowered caps and scarves. The rhythm of the dhol and dongbula for weddings occasionally echoes on the streets, immersing people in exotic flavors. When visiting Kashgar, these places are a must-see:​

　　Kashgar Old Town​

　　Kashgar Old Town is the essence of Kashgar. From street to alley, you will see exquisite architecture, a dazzling array of goods, and exotic faces… There are endless scenery and humanistic themes to capture. Blacksmith shops, naan bakeries, steamed bun shops, if you have enough time, it is recommended to stay for two or three days to stroll and take photos in the old town.​

　　Kashgar Old Town​

　　2. Must-visit Attractions Around Kashgar​

　　Besides the Old Town, Kashgar also has places worth visiting such as Aitigal Mosque, Xiangfei Tomb, Kashgar Grand Bazaar, and Kashgar Night Market.​

　　Aitigal Mosque​

　　Aitigal Mosque is the largest mosque in China, with a grand mosque and sermon hall. You need to take off your shoes when entering the mosque. It’s empty inside during non-prayer hours. The square in front of Aitigal Mosque is a landmark building in Kashgar. There are many pigeons on the square, where children play with the pigeons and Uyghur elders chat, making it a great place for humanistic photography.​

　　Xiangfei Tomb​

　　The Xiangfei Tomb is another name for the Apahojia Tomb, a magnificent and exquisite tomb in Xinjiang. The entire tomb is solemn and respectful​

　　When traveling to Southern Xinjiang, be sure to try the cuisine of Southern Xinjiang​

　　Kashgar Night Market​

　　Kashgar Night Market is a place that gathers the cuisine of Southern Xinjiang. Accompanied by various fluctuating sales pitches, wander through the fragrant stalls, with grilled meat, sheep heads, sheep offal, Pilaf, Lagetian Noodles, Rice Sausage, and Flour Lung… Besides, Kashgar’s Sharang Dak (yogurt shaved ice) is quite spectacular. The stall owners shake the large bowls and then toss the ice cream inside high up into the air, catching it securely. During this flying process, the yogurt and crushed ice are fully blended together. Get your camera and cheers ready, as they are very willing to perform for you.​

　　Big Tray Chicken with Belt Noodles—As a delicacy created by working people in the mid-to-late 1980s, it was mainly created to satisfy the needs of large truck drivers in Xinjiang. Upon its debut, it instantly overshadowed other food options. Beer paired with Big Tray Chicken is a perfect match! Smooth and spicy chicken and soft and sweet potatoes, spicy with a hint of aroma, coarse yet delicate, and absolutely economical. Want to know its charm? Kashgar people don’t eat Big Tray Chicken every day, but someone is always eating it every day!​

　　Have you ever eaten a Nang as big as a wheel? In Kuqa, the Daughter Kingdom in Journey to the West, can satisfy your eyes and stomach. It’s called "Bijiake" Nang, generally with a diameter of 40 centimeters. It’s thin in the middle and slightly thick at the edges, topped with cumin, black sesame seeds, etc., and decorated with patterns. After baking, it’s crispy and delicious, finally fulfilling lazy people’s wish to hang a Nang around their necks!​

　　Heading south, don’t miss Wensu County in Aksu if you want to taste Pilaf! Wensu is known as the "Rice Town" of Southern Xinjiang. The Pilaf here has a pure and rich aroma, with grains resembling gold. Carrots, onions, and mutton are combined, resembling big and small pearls falling onto a jade plate.​

　　Upon entering the Kashgar border, the first thing to try is the Tanghu (a type of oven) Meat in Tumxuk. Unlike ordinary grilled meat, our Tanghu Meat is marinated and does not come into contact with open flames. If you are observant, you will surely see such an earth oven at the entrance of every Uyghur household along the road, half underground and half above ground. Lamb meat is slow-cooked over charcoal, and the crispy-outside and tender-inside Tanghu Meat is born! Pair it with a hot Nang (a type of Uyghur bread) and a bowl of hot tea, and you’ll be extremely content~​

　　Xinjiang Tourism Consultation: (Same) 0991-8585456​