Kashgar has numerous tourist attractions, among which the most representative include:?
Kashgar Old City Scenic Area (5A) is located in the center of Kashgar, covering a total area of 3.6 square kilometers. The scenic area encompasses 18 tourist attractions, including the Old City core area, Id Kah Mosque, and Gaotai Residences. The Old City is one of the largest existing earthen architecture groups in the world, with crisscross streets and alleys and staggered buildings. It is the only preserved maze-like urban block in China, integrating Uyghur history, culture, architecture, and folk customs.?
Tourists can visit Uyghur residents here, taste authentic ethnic cuisine, witness Uyghur customs and handmade crafts, and touch various Uyghur traditional handicrafts.?
In addition, Zepu Golden Lake Populus National Forest Park (5A) is also a worthwhile destination. It is located in Yasidun Forest Farm, 40 kilometers southwest of Zepu County, surrounded by water on three sides and featuring pleasant scenery. The scenic area boasts a vast natural Populus euphratica forest covering 18,000 mu, showcasing the unique natural landscape integrating "Populus, water, oasis, and Gobi", making it a rare tourist attraction on the southwestern edge of the Tarim Basin.?
Meanwhile, the Xiangfei Garden (4A), as a must-visit attraction in Kashgar City, also attracts a large number of tourists. It is not far from the city center and has convenient transportation, serving as an important window to understand Kashgar’s historical culture.?
Apart from the aforementioned attractions, Kashgar also has unique spots like the Kantuman Bazaar Iron Industry Commune, where tourists can appreciate the exquisite craftsmanship of ironware production and experience Kashgar’s traditional craft culture.?
In summary, Kashgar boasts numerous tourist attractions, be it historical culture, natural scenery, or traditional crafts, all of which can captivate tourists and make them reluctant to leave.?