A highlight of Kashgar tourism is the Old City of Kashgar, known as the "Pearl of the Silk Road".?
The Old City of Kashgar, after more than 2,000 years of weathering, has become a living fossil of ancient Western Regions cities and is also the most valuable and influential historic and cultural city for studying ancient Silk Road culture. It is not only an important post on the Silk Road but was also visited by Marco Polo as the "Pearl of the Silk Road". The Old City is famous for its labyrinthine streets, well-arranged houses, and crisscrossing alleys, and is the largest existing earth architecture group in the world, displaying a rich Uyghur ethnic flavor. The Old City retains the quaint dwellings of the old city courtyards, showcasing a cultural blend of old and new, and is a tourist attraction integrating history, culture, folklore, and natural landscapes, as well as an important window for understanding the history and culture of Xinjiang and the customs of the Western Regions.?
In the Old City of Kashgar, tourists can visit the Id Kah Mosque to feel the sacred atmosphere of religion and the exquisite architectural decoration; stroll through the Gaotai Residential Area to experience the traditional Uyghur lifestyle; wander around the Kashgar Grand Bazaar to enjoy the fun of shopping and the rich commercial atmosphere; they can also visit historical relics such as Pantuo City to understand the historical changes of Kashgar and the cultural heritage of the Silk Road. In addition, the Old City is home to a wealth of folk activities and traditional handicraft shops, such as the city-opening ceremony, camel caravans, Western Regions wedding performances, as well as handicrafts such as bronzeware, carpet weaving, and pottery making, allowing tourists to fully experience the rich ethnic culture.?
In addition to the Old City of Kashgar, there are other attractions worth visiting, such as the Xiangfei Tomb and the Tomb of Yusup Has Hajip, which attract numerous tourists with their unique charm and historical and cultural value.?
In short, as the "Pearl of the Silk Road", Kashgar boasts rich tourism resources and a profound cultural heritage, serving as an important window for tourists to understand the customs of the Western Regions and the history and culture of Xinjiang. Whether it’s admiring the ancient cityscape or experiencing ethnic culture, Kashgar can provide tourists with an unforgettable travel experience.?