The Kashgar Travel Guide mainly includes the following aspects: attraction recommendations, food experience, accommodation advice, and travel tips.?
Attraction Recommendations?
Kashgar Ancient City: Full of Western Regions charm, it is recommended to arrange at least three days to visit. The alleys within the ancient city are full of life, and you can freely walk through them to feel the Islamic-style houses and green scenery. It is recommended to visit Id Kah Mosque, which is one of the largest mosques in Xinjiang, with magnificent architecture.?
In addition, there is a grand opening ceremony at the East Gate of Kashgar Ancient City at 10:30 AM and 6 PM every day, and you can participate in the interaction.?
Pamir Plateau: Experience the magnificent beauty and vastness of the roof of the world. It boasts boundless scenery, integrating the natural beauty of the plateau, deep historical and cultural heritage, and rich folk customs.?
Baisha Lake: It takes about 3 hours to reach from Kashgar. There are multiple viewing platforms along the way, and the second viewing platform offers a better view. The lake’s blue tone is stunning on sunny days, and on rainy days, you can wait for the weather to change.?
Xiangfei Garden: Feel the hometown of Xiangfei and experience the unique historical and cultural atmosphere.?
Food Experience?
Mutton Kebabs, Hand-Grabbed Rice, and Oil-Passed Meat Noodles: These are the specialty foods of Kashgar and worth trying.?
Kashgar Cold Noodles: It is recommended to taste them at Yawage Ancient Cold Noodles and Cold Skin Shop.?
Hand-Grabbed Rice and Tangkeng Meat: Dawaihezhua Hand-Grabbed Rice Restaurant and Tugongyang Roast Meat Sales Shop are good choices.?
Accommodation Advice?
Homestay: The old town of Kashgar is full of Western Regions charm. Staying in a homestay offers a better sense of the place, such as Shuxing Courtyard, which provides pick-up and drop-off services, and the owners are very warm.?
Hotel: The Pullman International Hotel (Kashgar Ancient City Branch) has new and clean facilities, and it is only 300 meters away from the ancient city on foot.?
Travel Tips?
Best Travel Time: Go out before 1 PM or after 6 PM when the sun is not too intense. From 7 PM to 9 PM, you can also see the joy of children after school.?
Self-driving Precautions: If driving to Taxkorgan County, there are multiple speed measurement zones on National Highway 314, so drive carefully. Meanwhile, there are not many gas stations on the way from Kashgar to Taxkorgan, so remember to fill up the car with fuel before departure.?
Dressing Advice: Due to the large temperature difference between day and night, it is recommended to bring a light jacket and sunscreen clothes. Hats and sunglasses are a must, and wear comfortable shoes.?
Kashgar is a city full of charm and historical heritage. Whether it’s attractions, cuisine, or culture, it is worth exploring and experiencing in-depth by tourists.?