Kashgar autumn tourism is a feast full of history, nature, and cuisine. Autumn is the most charming season in Kashgar, neither as sweltering as summer nor as dry and cold as winter, making it very suitable for traveling.
1. Best Travel Time
Kashgar’s autumn generally starts in September and lasts until November. The average temperature in September is 13-23℃, and in October, it is 5-14℃. The weather is mainly sunny and cloudy.
During this period, the weather in Kashgar is moderate and very suitable for outdoor activities.
2. Recommended Attractions
Kashgar Old Town: In autumn, Kashgar Old Town is colorful, with unique scenery hidden in its streets and alleys. You can stroll around and feel the tranquility and beauty of the old town.
Pantuocheng Ban Chao Memorial Park: Centered around the statue of Ban Chao, it reproduces the heroic deeds of the famous general of the Eastern Han Dynasty and is a good place to learn about history.
Desert Oasis Ecological Park: Located in the center of Uyghur settlements, the oasis has a beautiful environment where you can sing and dance around a bonfire and enjoy the unique ethnic customs.
Dawakun Desert Tourist Scenic Area: A charming desert landmark where you can ride camels, take desert off-road vehicles, and experience an exciting desert journey.
Jinhuyang National Forest Park: It has a vast natural胡杨林 (Populus euphratica forest). In autumn, the leaves of the胡杨林 turn yellow, creating a spectacular scenery.
Xiangfei Garden: A tourist attraction with Xiangfei as its theme culture, where you can enjoy authentic Uyghur folk dances.
3. Food Recommendations
Kashgar’s cuisine is an indispensable part of the trip. It is recommended to try the grilled meat and various Xinjiang snacks at Haierbag Restaurant, as well as the grilled pigeons at Mukam Hometown Restaurant in Yarkant County.
In the streets and alleys of Kashgar, you can also find many other delicious snacks, such as nang, roasted stuffed buns, and hand-grabbed rice.
4. Route Planning
You can choose the following routes for Kashgar autumn tourism:
Route 1:
D1: Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Kalak Lake – Taxkorgan
D2: Taxkorgan – Bandier Lake – Panlong Ancient Road – Kashgar
D3: Kashgar – Yingjisha – Yarkant Yerqiang Palace
D4: Yarkant – Dawakun Desert
D5: Kashgar – Tianmen Grand Canyon
Route 2:
D1: Kashgar – Kashgar Old Town
D2: Kashgar – Jinhuyang National Forest Park
D3: Kashgar – Dawakun Desert Tourist Scenic Area
D4: Kashgar – Xiangfei Garden – Gaotai Residential Area
D5: Kashgar – Free activities around [Plan according to recommended attractions]
5. Tips
The temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang is large, so it is recommended to bring warm clothing such as fleece-lined jackets.
Kashgar’s attractions are relatively scattered, so it is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance and arrange your time reasonably.
Please protect the local environment and do not litter casually.
Kashgar’s autumn tourism will provide you with an unforgettable travel experience, whether it’s enjoying the scenery, tasting local cuisine, or feeling the history, you will be fully rewarded.