Kashgar is an important destination for tourism in Xinjiang, boasting rich historical culture and natural landscapes.
Kashgar, this renowned ancient Silk Road city, attracts countless tourists with its unique cultural customs and profound historical heritage. People often say, ‘You haven’t been to Xinjiang if you haven’t been to Kashgar.’ The Kashgar region has many scenic spots worth visiting, among which the Kashgar Old City Scenic Area is a must-visit. This scenic area covers an area of 3.6 square kilometers, extending south to Renmin Road, north to Seman Road and Yawage Road, west to Yumulak Xiehaer Road, and east to the Tuman River tourist belt. It has been approved as a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction and is an excellent place to experience the historical culture of Kashgar.
Besides the Kashgar Old City, the Kashgar region also has important Silk Road towns like Shule County. Although it is not well-known, it has many fascinating and unique attractions, such as the Zhang Qian Silk Road Cultural Scenic Area, waiting to be discovered by those who are interested.
. Additionally, the natural landscapes surrounding Kashgar are also not to be missed, such as Baisha Lake, Mushtagh Glacier Park, and the盘龙 (Dragon Coiled) Ancient Road, which are all popular attractions among tourists.
When traveling in Kashgar, besides enjoying the beautiful scenery, you can also taste the local specialty cuisines such as baked stuffed buns, baked naan, and roast meat, which are all delicious treats that cannot be missed.
In summary, Kashgar is an important part of Xinjiang tourism, and it is worth visitors’ exploration and experience, whether in terms of historical culture, natural landscapes, or cuisine.