Traveling to Kashgar, Xinjiang, in November allows you to experience rich natural landscapes and profound cultural customs. Here is a detailed travel guide:?
Recommended itinerary arrangement:?
Day 1: After arriving in Kashgar City, take a short rest and visit Kashgar Old Town to admire the ancient architecture and experience the unique local customs.?
Day 2: Visit Kashgar Old Town Wall, White Sand Mountain, White Sand Lake, and Muji Volcanic Crater. These places perfectly combine the charm of the ancient city and nature.?
Day 3: Visit Bachu White Sand Mountain Desert Park, Mustag Atlas Glacier Park (note that some glaciers may freeze after November), Tahman Tree Hole Highway, Aral Golden Grassland, Kashgar Ancient Stone City, and Tashkurgan Town. This day will take you to experience different natural landscapes and cultural customs.?
Day 4: Continue to explore Tashkurgan Town, then head to the Pamir Dragon’s Spiral Road and Bandier Blue Lake to feel the beauty of the highway and the tranquil scenery of the lake.?
Day 5: Visit Smhana Village and the China’s Westernmost Monument in Kashgar City to experience the unique charm of the border area.?
Day 6: Visit Kashgar Old Town again, explore the Bazaar (market), Id Kah Mosque, and Xiangfei Park, and deeply experience the historical culture of Kashgar.?
Other recommended attractions:?
Zonglang Lingquan Scenic Area: With century-old willows and many couple trees symbolizing happiness, it brings visitors a unique natural experience, especially suitable for autumn visits.?
Wensu Grand Canyon: The red cliffs and various stone pillars and peaks here constitute a unique Danxia geological landscape in western China, worth exploring.?
Travel tips:?
Clothing preparation: The diurnal temperature variation in Kashgar in November is large. It is recommended to bring windbreakers, hoodies, and other clothing to cope with the chill in the morning and evening.?
Skin care and sunscreen: Due to the dry climate and strong ultraviolet rays, high-SPF sunscreen, moisturizing masks, lip balm, and other skincare products are essential.?
Medicine preparation: It is recommended to carry common medicines such as cold medicine, stomach medicine, and motion sickness medicine in case of discomfort.?
Other items: Power banks, cameras, selfie sticks, etc., are also good helpers during the trip. It is also recommended to download offline maps in advance for convenient travel.?
With the above guide, you can fully plan your trip to Kashgar in November and enjoy this unforgettable journey to the Western Regions.?