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Kashgar Ancient City Citywalk Travel Guide 🎫 Tickets and Opening Hours • Tickets: Admission to Kashgar Ancient City is free. Some attractions, such as the Gaotai Residences and Apak Hoja Tomb, require separate tickets. • Opening hours: The ancient city is open 24 hours a day. The opening ceremony is held at 10:30am and 6:00pm every day. It is full of ritual and should not be missed. 📍Recommended Itinerary • One-day tour route: 1. Morning: Enter from the East Gate to watch the opening ceremony, then go to the Flowerpot Bazaar to experience pottery making, and then visit Gul's home to admire the unique Uyghur architecture. 2. Noon: Taste Xinjiang specialties such as pilaf and roasted buns at Han Bazaar. 3. Afternoon: Visit the Blacksmith Bazaar, Woodware Bazaar, Old Town Corner Cafe, then go to the Hat Bazaar, Id Kah Mosque, and finally to the Century-old Tea House to experience local life. 4. Evening: Stroll through the night market and taste roasted mutton skewers, roasted eggs, yogurt smoothies and other delicacies. • Zonal tour route: • East District: The commercial atmosphere is strong, and there are many photo spots. It is recommended to check in at Kunlun Tower, Jiulongquan Homestay, Bayi Master's House, etc. • West District: The humanistic atmosphere is strong, suitable for strolling and feeling life. Recommended Rainbow Alley, Budai Alley, Century-old Tea House, Id Kah Mosque, etc. 🍲Food Recommendations • Roasted buns: The outer skin is golden and crispy, and the filling is fresh, tender and juicy. • Pilaf: Carrots, mutton and rice are stewed together. The rice is shiny and the lamb chops are crispy. • Pigeon soup: Stew young pigeons slowly in earthenware pots. The soup is fragrant with herbs and served with naan bread. • Jar Meat: Stewed mutton in an enamel jar, served with naan bread, is an excellent breakfast. 📸Photo Spots • Sky Garden: Overlooking the beautiful scenery of the ancient city, the architectural style is unique. • Rainbow Alley: Colorful colors, suitable for taking pictures. • Oil Painting Street: Full of artistic atmosphere, you can buy special souvenirs. • Century-old Tea House: Filming location of the movie "The Kite Runner". 🛒Shopping and Experience • Handicraft production: You can participate in pottery making, flower hat painting and other experience activities. • Featured souvenirs: Buy traditional Uyghur handicrafts, special hats, etc. 🛆Accommodation Recommendations • Homestays in the ancient city: Such as Atour Hotel Kashgar Ancient City, Lan Yuanzi Inn, etc., which are convenient for travel and allow you to experience the night view of the ancient city. I hope this guide will make your trip to Kashgar Ancient City even more perfect!
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Posted: May 6, 2025
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