Traveling in southern Xinjiang is a deep experience that combines natural scenery, human history, and ethnic customs.
Southern Xinjiang, this vast land, attracts countless travelers with its unique natural scenery and profound cultural heritage. Here, you can admire magnificent snow-capped mountains, vast grasslands, mysterious deserts, as well as rich ethnic customs and Silk Road relics.
For travelers who want an in-depth exploration of southern Xinjiang, there are multiple selected routes to choose from. For example, you can choose a 10-day loop itinerary starting from Kashgar, passing through places such as Shache Intangible Cultural Heritage Exposition Park, Hotan, Kunlun Heavenly Road, and Taklamakan Desert, and finally returning to Kashgar. The entire journey covers the treasure trove of attractions in southern Xinjiang, such as Yotegan Ancient City, Kunlun Holy Mirror, and Thousand Buddha Caves.
Alternatively, you can choose to depart from Urumqi and take a self-drive journey through places such as Dushanzi Grand Canyon, Bayinbuluke Grassland, and Tianshan Grand Canyon, experiencing the natural beauty and cultural charm of southern Xinjiang.
The tourist attractions in southern Xinjiang are diverse, including three major categories: desert and snow-capped mountains, ethnic customs (Uyghur, Tajik), and Silk Road relics. You can view deserts and poplar trees on the Desert Highway, snow-capped mountains and Tajik customs on the Pamir Plateau, Uyghur customs in Kashgar and Hotan, and Silk Road relics in Kuqa. Each place is so enchanting that you will be reluctant to leave.
In addition, southern Xinjiang has many popular tourist attractions such as the盘龙 Ancient Road, China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, and the Hongqilafu Gateway, all of which are must-see destinations.
No matter which way you choose to travel to southern Xinjiang, you can feel the unique charm of this land. During your trip, you can deeply experience the local culture and lifestyle, taste authentic cuisine, and interact with the warm and hospitable locals, making this trip an unforgettable life experience.