Kashgar has many tourist attractions worth visiting. Here are some main recommendations:?
1. Kashgar Old City?
Location: Located in the center of Kashgar City, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, it is a traditional historic district with typical ancient Western Regions characteristics.?
Feature: It covers 18 tourist attractions in the old town’s core area, including the Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Residential Area, etc., encompassing geological landscapes, water scenery, historic sites and relics, architectural facilities, human activities, and tourist commodities. Wandering through the alleys of the ancient city, you can feel the strong ethnic flavor and historical precipitation.?
2. Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb (Fragrant Concubine’s Garden)?
Location: Situated in Haohan Village, about 5 kilometers northeast of Kashgar City.?
Feature: It is an ancient architectural complex with strong Uyghur cultural traditions, including a purification pool, mosque gate, small mosque, main tomb chamber, scripture hall, large mosque, and garden. The Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb attracts numerous tourists with its unique architectural style and mysterious historical legends.?
3. Zhang Qian Silk Road Cultural Scenic Area?
Location: Situated on the east side of Kunbasi Road and the west side of East Ring Road in Shule County, it is built in commemoration of Zhang Qian, the outstanding diplomat of the Western Han Dynasty and the pioneer of the Silk Road.?
Feature: The scenic area may contain historical relics, exhibitions, and commemorative facilities related to Zhang Qian and the Silk Road, making it a great place to learn about the history and culture of the Silk Road.?
4. Pamir Plateau?
Location: A natural scenic spot in Kashgar Prefecture.?
Feature: With magnificent plateau scenery and unique ethnic cultures, it is an ideal destination for adventurers and photography enthusiasts.?
5. Jinhuyang National Forest Park?
Location: Located in Zepu County, Kashgar Prefecture.?
Feature: With Populus euphratica forests as the main landscape, it is a great place to enjoy natural scenery and engage in outdoor activities.?
In addition, Kashgar also boasts scenic spots such as the Id Kah Mosque, Kashgar River Valley, Tangbula Grassland, Kongzhong Grassland, as well as cultural venues like the Kashgar Museum, all of which are worth visiting.?
. While traveling in Kashgar, you can deeply experience the local customs and traditions of the Uyghur people and feel the unique charm of this ancient Silk Road city.?