Visiting Kashgar in December is an excellent choice, allowing tourists to experience the unique scenery and customs of southern Xinjiang.
In December, although the weather in Kashgar is colder, it cannot deter the enthusiasm of tourists. Kashgar Old Town is a must-visit place, full of exotic charm, as if stepping into the stories of One Thousand and One Nights.
Tourists can stroll through the alleys of the old town, feeling the interplay between the ancient and modern, and tasting various specialty dishes such as baked stuffed buns and hand-grabbed rice.
In addition, the folk activities within Kashgar Old Town are also rich and colorful. Tourists can enjoy traditional Uyghur dance and song performances, feeling the strong ethnic customs.
Besides Kashgar Old Town, Taxkorgan County is also a place worth visiting. Along the way, tourists can admire the magnificent scenery of the Pamir Plateau, with Baisha Lake resembling a dreamlike fairyland, with its azure lake water and snowy white sand.
Although Baisha Lake is at a high altitude with colder weather, its unique natural landscape is definitely worth seeing.
Meanwhile, tourists can also visit Tajik villages to experience their unique ethnic customs, dance with local residents, and feel their enthusiasm and simplicity.
In terms of accommodation, there are various options in Kashgar City, such as neo Home Inn, which provides airport transfer services and is surrounded by abundant attractions, making travel convenient.
The characteristic homestays within Kashgar Old Town are also a good choice, not only providing a comfortable environment but also allowing tourists to experience the local life and culture more deeply.
In addition, Kashgar’s cuisine is also a major highlight. Besides the aforementioned specialty dishes such as baked stuffed buns and hand-grabbed rice, there are also delicious dishes like large plates of chicken, mutton skewers, meat cooked in a缸子 (a traditional cooking vessel), local naan bread, Xinjiang-style stir-fried rice noodles, etc., waiting for tourists to taste.
Meanwhile, the local handicrafts are also unique, such as flower hats, carpets, bronze wares, etc. Tourists can choose and purchase them as unique souvenirs of their trip.
In general, visiting Kashgar in December allows tourists to experience the unique natural scenery, cultural landscapes, and culinary culture of southern Xinjiang. However, before traveling, tourists need to take proper warmth measures, pay attention to altitude sickness, and plan their itinerary in advance.