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The Pearl of the West—Kashgar Old Town.

[Introduction]: Kashgar Old Town is a comprehensive tourist attraction that combines history, culture, and folk customs. It has withstood over 2,000 years of rain, snow, and wind, making it a living fossil for studying the ancient Western Regions and a place to study the culture of the ancient Silk Road. Covering an area of about 3.6 square kilometers, it is one of the largest existing adobe building complexes. ⛺[Must-visit local attractions]: 1. Century-old Teahouse: The interior of the teahouse is decorated with Uyghur characteristics, with brightly colored carpets, exquisite wood carvings, and paintings, creating a strong ethnic atmosphere. 2. Rainbow Alley: Named for its colorful walls, the bright walls are perfect for photos and are a favorite spot for tourists. 3. Cloth Bag Alley: The walls of the alley are covered with various cloth bags, with beautiful patterns and embroidery, full of artistic atmosphere. 4. Gaotai Residential Area: Originally a unique architectural complex in Kashgar Old Town, it is currently undergoing renovation and protection due to safety concerns. The houses are built along the cliffs, forming a unique landscape. From the Gaotai Residential Area, you can overlook the entire Kashgar Old Town, with distant mountains and the ancient city complementing each other, creating a spectacular view. 5. Wusitangboyi Road Ancient Street: This is a street in Kashgar Old Town with a long history. The street is lined with traditional buildings with ethnic characteristics, yellow walls, carved doors and windows, and winding alleys, making you feel like you've traveled back in time. 6. Id Kah Mosque: Built in 1442, its main gate is made of yellow bricks with white plaster joints. The gate is flanked by semi-embedded brick columns, and the small tower at the top allows worshippers to pray from a height, creating a solemn and majestic atmosphere. 🛬[Travel Tips]: 1. City Opening Ceremony (East Gate) at 10:00 am and 6:00 pm 2. Old Town Corner Café 3. Han Bazaar (mainly food and various specialty items) 4. Id Kah Mosque 5. Homestay Street 6. Unique photo spots (Rainbow Alley, Cloth Bag Alley, Door and Window Street) [Food Guide] 1. Lamb Skewers 2. Roast Whole Lamb 3. Pot Meat 4. Cold Noodles 5. Pilaf 6. Yogurt/Yogurt Rice Dumplings 7. Grandpa's Grandpa's Dad's Naan
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Posted: Oct 23, 2024
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