There are many attractions worth visiting in Kashgar tourism. Here are some main recommendations:?
1. Kashgar Old City?
Introduction: Kashgar Old City is located in the center of Kashgar City, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, and is a traditional historic district with typical ancient Western Regions characteristics. It covers 18 tourist attractions in the old city core area, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Residence, etc., including 171 tourism resource units in 6 categories: geomorphological landscapes, water scenery, historic sites and relics, architectural facilities, human activities, and tourism commodities.?
Highlight: Inside the ancient city, there are special folk customs such as Impression Street, Iron Industry Commune, Uyghur Medicine Bazaar, as well as emerging businesses that integrate modern civilization and ancient culture, such as corner cafes and folk houses in Jiulongquan Commercial District. In addition, wonderful performances such as the opening ceremony and camel caravan parade also make people forget to leave.?
2. Xiangfei Park?
Introduction: Xiangfei Park is located in Haohan Village, about 5 kilometers northeast of Kashgar City, and is an ancient building complex with strong Uyghur cultural traditions.?
Highlight: The park includes buildings such as the purification pool, mosque gate, small mosque, main tomb chamber, scripture hall, large mosque, and gardens. The main tomb chamber has a unique architectural style, with four huge brick cylinders half-embedded in the walls around it. Each cylinder is topped with a finely carved cylindrical "call tower", making it a great place to learn about the story of Xiangfei and Uyghur culture.?
3. Id Kah Mosque?
Introduction: Id Kah Mosque is one of the most famous mosques in Kashgar and even the entire Xinjiang region, and is also a symbol of Islamic culture.?
Highlight: The mosque is dominated by blue hues and blends national and classical architectural styles. The halls, moon-watching towers, and other buildings within the mosque are exquisite. Many believers come here to pray every day, and the Friday prayer ceremony is even more spectacular.?
4. Pamir Tourist Area?
Introduction: Pamir Tourist Area includes attractions such as Mount Muztagh Ata, Karakul Lake, Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake, etc., and is a necessary route on the ancient Silk Road.?
Highlight: Here, there are spectacular snowy mountains, vast grasslands, clear lakes, mysterious ancient cities, and other natural landscapes, as well as unique Tajik folk customs and human landscapes. The scenery is so enchanting that visitors forget to leave.?
5. Kashgar Museum?
Introduction: Kashgar Museum is a comprehensive history museum with rich collections.?
Highlight: The museum houses a large number of precious artifacts, ranging from ancient pottery, bronze ware to modern clothing, utensils, and more. By visiting these artifacts, visitors can gain a deep understanding of Kashgar’s long history and diverse cultures.?
In addition, Gaotai Residence, Kashgar Grand Bazaar, Kashgar Kunlun Tower, Dawkun Desert, etc., are also attractions in Kashgar that cannot be missed. Gaotai Residence is one of the largest existing earth-built building clusters in the world.?
Kashgar Grand Bazaar is full of strong local characteristics and market atmosphere, while Kashgar Kunlun Tower offers a panoramic view of Kashgar City.?
Dawkun Desert is an ideal place for desert and camel exploration.?
In general, Kashgar tourism boasts rich natural and cultural landscapes. Visitors who love historical culture or natural scenery can both find suitable tourist projects here.?