There are multiple tourist areas near Kashgar that are worth visiting. Here are some recommendations:?
Shule County: Located in the northwest of Kashgar Prefecture, it is a necessary passage for Kashgar City to reach Hotan, the Ali Region of Tibet, and the eight counties in the south of Kashgar Prefecture. It is known as the "Golden Corridor" and has a documented history of over 2,000 years, leaving a rich cultural heritage, such as the Zhang Qian Silk Road Cultural Scenic Area.?
Xiangfei Garden: A 4A-level scenic area and one of the must-visit attractions in Kashgar City, located about 3.8km from the city center. Visitors can appreciate the Uyghur-style decorations and the legendary story of Xiangfei.?
Kashgar Old City: A 5A-level scenic area located in the center of Kashgar, it is the historical and cultural core of Kashgar. Visitors can stroll through the alleys of the old city to experience the historical culture and daily life of the Uyghur people.?
Id Kah Mosque: An important landmark building in Kashgar City and the largest mosque in Xinjiang, its yellow walls, green domes, and luxurious interior decorations are breathtaking, making it an excellent place to understand Islamic culture.?
Pamir Tourist Area: Located in Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, it includes multiple scenic spots such as Kashgar Ancient Stone City and Golden Grass Beach, where visitors can enjoy magnificent natural scenery and rich historical culture.?
Oytag Glacier Park: Located in Oytag Town, Aktao County, it offers a spectacular view of snow-capped mountains, waterfalls, and red mountain valleys, making it a paradise for nature lovers.?
Karakul Lake: Located at the foot of Mount Mushtag in the east of the Pamir Plateau, the lake water is clean and azure, with glittering waves on the lake surface, giving people the feeling of being in a fairyland.?
Baisha Lake: Located in Aktao County, Kezhou, on the Pamir Plateau, beside National Highway 314, the unique combination of desert and lake forms an absolutely beautiful scene of half pale desert and half azure lake water.?
These tourist areas each have their own unique characteristics, whether it’s historical culture or natural scenery, they can all make tourists linger on with no thought of leaving.?