Gaotai Folk Houses: A Commercial Scene Blending Tradition and Tourism

The Gaotai Folk Houses are not only a living fossil of Uyghur traditional architecture but have also developed a unique commercial model. Shops lining the streets sell ethnic handicrafts, traditional pottery, and local specialties such as herbal teas and dried fruits. Some residences have been repurposed into teahouses or restaurants, some even featuring viewing terraces, offering items like sour plum juice, coffee, roasted tea, and dumplings. This clever integration of traditional life and tourism services showcases the vibrant Silk Road charm and vitality of the area. #hellohalloween