[2025 Kashgar Attraction] Travel Guide for Ancient City of Kashgar (Updated Mar)

[Opening]: The Pamir Plateau is a place full of mystery, attracting countless travelers. The following are famous attractions in the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang: 🛬【Itinerary】: Day 1: Warm home - Kashgar Day 2: Kashgar - Baisha Lake - Karakul Lake - Golden Grass Beach - Stone City - Tashkurgan Day 3: Tashkurgan - Wakhan Corridor - Khunjerab - Panlong Ancient Road - Bandir Blue Lake - Tashkurgan Day 4: Tashkurgan - Taheman Wetland - Muztagh Ata Glacier Park - Kashgar Ancient City - Kashgar Day 5: Kashgar - Warm home - Muztagh Ata Peak: With an altitude of 7,509 meters, it is known as the "Father of Glaciers". The mountain glaciers on both sides of the main peak extend from 5,100 meters above sea level to over 7,000 meters, forming a unique canyon-style overflow valley glacier with spectacular scenery. It is a dream place for mountaineering enthusiasts and also the most beautiful scenery on the China-Pakistan Friendship Road (National Highway 314). - Stone City: Located in the north of Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, it is about 3,100 meters above sea level. It is a famous ancient city site on the ancient Silk Road. It has steep terrain and is of great historical and geographical value. The castle is built on a high hill with an extremely steep terrain. There are multiple layers of walls outside the city, some continuous and some discontinuous, forming a unique stone city scenery. - Khunjerab Pass: China’s only land route into and out of Pakistan, and an important gateway to the South Asian subcontinent and even Europe. Here is the famous China-Pakistan Boundary Monument No. 7 and the spectacular national gate. It is a great place to experience the China-Pakistan friendship and border scenery. - Baisha Lake: Located in the Pamir Plateau Mountains in Kashgar, Xinjiang, the lake water is crystal clear and appears very pure under the reflection of the blue sky. Baisha Mountain is made up of stacked white fine sand. It is 460 meters high and stretches for more than ten kilometers. It is closely connected with Baisha Lake, forming a moving natural picture. This is also the prototype of the Quicksand River in Journey to the West. - Panlong Ancient Road: Located in Waqia Township, Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, Kashgar Prefecture, it is a popular highway in Kashgar Prefecture. The highway is built around the mountain, winding and twisting like a huge dragon hovering over the Pamir Plateau. It is about 30 kilometers long, with an altitude rising sharply from 3,000 meters to 4,200 meters. It has hundreds of bends and is a paradise for photography and self-driving enthusiasts. - Karakul Lake: The tranquility and beauty of the lake are refreshing and it is a pearl on the Pamir Plateau. The lake is fed by glacial meltwater from Muztagh Ata, giving it different colors that change with the seasons, weather, and light. - Taheman Wetland: Located on the eastern foot of the Pamir Plateau in Xinjiang and at the foot of Muztagh Ata Peak, it is the largest wetland in Taxkorgan. Here, snow-capped peaks are continuous, streams crisscross, grasslands and rivers are intertwined, and snow-capped mountains and wetlands embrace each other, forming a picturesque plateau beauty. 🍩【Must-eat food】: Pigeon noodle soup: pigeon meat and noodles are the main ingredients, and the taste is delicious. - Blue Ram Barbecue: The lamb is tender, and the barbecue and side dishes taste great and are affordable. - Gangzi meat: a mutton delicacy stewed in a jar, with tender meat and rich soup. Naan pit grilled fish: the fish is fresh and the gluten side dish is extremely delicious. - Pilaf: Made with mutton, carrots, onions and other ingredients, it is a traditional delicacy in southern Xinjiang that is nutritious and delicious. - Baked buns: famous for their thin skin, large fillings, crispy outside and tender inside, they can be found everywhere in the alleys of the old city of Kashgar. Roasted whole lamb: golden in color, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a fragrant aroma. - Hand-pulled meat: Choose fresh mutton, cook it and eat it with your hands. It tastes delicious and is rich in nutrition. - Kumiss: It has a mellow taste and a strong milky flavor and is a favorite drink of the local people. 🏨【Accommodation Guide】: Ctrip Four Diamond + Golden B&B 🚌【Transportation Guide】: Seven-seater business car or luxury seven-seater car 🧡【tips】: - Climate and clothing: The temperature difference between day and night in southern Xinjiang is large, so you need to bring enough warm clothes even in summer. At the same time, the sunlight is strong during the day and the ultraviolet radiation is strong, so you should bring sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen and other sun protection products. - Documents and border control: A border control permit is required to travel to some border areas in southern Xinjiang (such as the Pamir Plateau). You can handle it at the Kashgar Public Security Bureau, or through a travel agency when traveling in a group. - Transportation and road conditions: Southern Xinjiang is a vast area, and the distances between scenic spots are far. It is recommended to plan your itinerary and transportation in advance. You can choose to charter a car, join a tour group or drive yourself. But when driving by yourself, you need to pay attention to road conditions and driving safety, especially in mountainous and desert areas. In addition, in the Pamir Plateau, renting oxygen bags is necessary. Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake Scenic Area Karakul Lake Scenic Area Pamir Golden Grassland-Observation Deck Kashgar Ancient Stone City Wakhan Corridor Khunjerab Panlong Ancient Road Bandir Blue Lake Muztagh Ata Glacier Park Kashgar Ancient City

【Itinerary】 Day 1: Golden Poplar National Forest Park - Yarkand Khan Palace Day 2: Panlong Ancient Road - Why Are the Flowers So Red - Bandier Lake - Stay in Tashkurgan Day 3: Muztagh Glacier - White Sand Lake - Arrive in Kashgar 【Golden Poplar National Forest Park】 A must-see autumn attraction in southern Xinjiang, the vast golden poplar forest is stunning. The best time to visit is from October to November. Tickets are CNY 40, and the sightseeing bus is CNY 20. Opening hours: 10:00–20:00. 【Shache County】 A small town with a rich history of over 3,000 years, where 97% of the population is Uyghur. Mandarin is not commonly spoken here. The Yarkand Khan Palace is worth a visit, with its strong Western-style architecture that takes you back to the ancient Silk Road. 【Panlong Ancient Road】 A 36 km one-way road with over 600 bends, challenging your driving skills. The famous slogan "After all the twists and turns today, life will be smooth from now on" originated here. 【Why Are the Flowers So Red】 The birthplace of the song of the same name, with beautiful snow-capped mountains and canyons. Once a deeply impoverished area, it has now become a tourist destination, home to over 200 Tajik families. 【Bandier Lake】 Originally a river formed by melting glacier water, a reservoir was later built to store water. The lake's deep waters change with the weather and light, exuding a cold and mysterious beauty. No tickets are required. 【Muztagh Glacier】 Glacier No. 4 is a mature and safer scenic area. Tickets and shuttle buses cost CNY 93 per person. Opening hours: 12:00–18:30. After getting off the shuttle bus, you need to walk for about 40 minutes. The highest point is 4,680 meters above sea level, so don't walk too fast to avoid altitude sickness. Horse riding is available for CNY 100 per person one way. 【White Sand Lake】 The north shore offers a great view and a large activity area. You will pass by it when driving towards the Muji Volcano. No tickets are required, and there are fewer people. The south shore has a popular signpost spot. Opening hours: 9:30–19:30. Tickets are CNY 40. 【Kashgar Old Town】 The old town is large, divided into east and west districts by a main road. The east district has a more traditional style, with Han Bazaar Food Street, Flowerpot Bazaar, Sky Garden, and TV Tower photo spots. The west district is more artistic, with a century-old teahouse, Rainbow Alley, Cloth Bag Alley, Antique Street, and Oil Painting Street. 【Tips】 1. You need to apply for a border pass before your trip and carry it with your ID card. 2. Xinjiang has a large temperature difference, so prepare both thick and thin clothes. 3. The plateau has a high altitude, so avoid strenuous exercise and unnecessary hair washing or bathing. 4. The UV rays are strong, so wear sunscreen. 5. Many people take dangerous photos in the middle of the road. Don't risk your life for a good photo!

💚Kashgar, a vibrant ancient city. The architecture here still carries the colors of the Western Regions, and you rarely hear Mandarin on the streets, as if you have stepped into the fairy tale book of One Thousand and One Nights. . 💛Kashgar is also the filming location for the movie The Kite Runner, with a romance that rivals Kabul in Afghanistan, but without any safety concerns. (The safety level in Kashgar is almost as good as not having to worry about losing anything on the streets.) · What is Kashgar? It is the Shule Kingdom, one of the thirty-six kingdoms of the Western Regions, the crossroads of the Eurasian continent, and the meeting point of three major religions and four great civilizations. Zhang Qian has been here, Xuanzang has been here, and Marco Polo has been here. When you stand on a high point in the ancient city and look into the distance, your gaze may inadvertently meet that of Xuanzang from a thousand years ago. · How to explore Kashgar? 1. Of course, you must stroll through the old city. The old city of Kashgar is also called Kashgar, divided into east and west districts. Entering from the Id Kah Mosque is the west district of the ancient city, and the east district is opposite the Id Kah Mosque, with a sign saying "Han Bazaar" at the entrance. Famous spots like Rainbow Alley, Bag Alley, the century-old teahouse, and the Id Kah Mosque are all in the west district. I also recommend visiting the west district. There's no need to go to the internet-famous spots; just wander from the main road into the side alleys where mostly locals live. It's quiet and beautiful. · 2. Left hand pilaf and lamb skewers, right hand coffee and tea. Besides exploring the ancient city, another must-do is eating and drinking. Kashgar has many must-visit eateries, and you definitely shouldn't miss the cuisine of southern Xinjiang. Moreover, prices in Kashgar are very affordable. If you like lamb skewers, you can have them every day. Teahouses and coffee shops are also a must-visit. I recommend the teahouses in the ancient city. Kashgar's coffee shops are beautiful, sitting on exotic streets drinking coffee, with local children coming over to chat, it's very chill. Must-try foods in Kashgar: yogurt, pilaf, lamb skewers, steel meat, roasted pigeon, fried rice noodles, yogurt... · How not to get lost in the ancient city? When strolling in the ancient city of Kashgar, you must learn to read the floor tiles. Hexagonal tiles can lead to any main road in the ancient city; Horizontally laid tiles mean there's no road ahead; Tiles with arrows indicate a clear path ahead; · About accommodation There are many accommodation options in Kashgar, but it's not recommended to stay inside the ancient city as carrying luggage there is difficult. Budget hotels near the entrance of the ancient city are more suitable. If you want exclusive panoramic views of the ancient city, you can stay at Zhe·Ka. Accommodation in Kashgar is hard to book during peak season, so plan ahead! · Transportation in Kashgar Taxis are easy to hail in Kashgar, and if you're moving around the ancient city area, the fare is usually the starting price. If you're not in a hurry, you can take the bus, and both WeChat and Alipay are accepted.

Southern Xinjiang, a place abundant with exotic customs, a place of song and dance, a place of fiery passion, has a culture and human interaction vastly different from the inland. The fruits here are so sweet, the lands so vast. Come and see the landscapes of Southern Xinjiang, and experience the unique scenery and people! Recommended Itinerary: D1: Kashgar - White Sand Lake ~ Karakul Lake - Stone City Jinhaitan - Taxkorgan D2: Taxkorgan - Panlong Ancient Path - Bandier Blue Lake - Tashkurgan Viewing Platform - Secret Tree Hole - Kashgar D3: Kashgar - Yingjisha Knife Village - Shache Grand Palace - Hotan D4: Hotan - Jotkan Ancient City - Aral D5: Aral - 359th Regiment Memorial Hall - Wen Su Grand Canyon Aksu D6: Aksu - Daolang Tribe - Kashgar Old Town - Kashgar

Southern Xinjiang, located south of the Tianshan Mountains, is mainly known for its cultural landscape and also has a long history and culture. If you have a strong sense of history, you might choose to visit Southern Xinjiang. Includes: Kashgar, Korla, Aksu, Hotan, and other places. Features: Snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and other landscapes. The unique characteristics of this area include the cultures of various ethnic groups such as the Uyghur, Tajik, and others. ... Itinerary Day 1 Warm home in Urumqi Day 2 Urumqi - Jinsha Beach - Korla City Day 3 Korla - Luntai Populus Euphratica Forest Park - Kuqa Day 4 Kuqa - Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon - Bayingolin Red Stone Forest - Tongtian U-shaped Highway - Liefyan Spring in Kuqa Day 5 Kuqa - Tarim River Bund - Tarim River Bridge - Sayram Devil's Forest - Aral Day 6 Aral - Desert Highway - Jiaohe Ancient City - Hotan Day 7 Hotan - Yarkant County - Yarkant Khan Mausoleum - Kashgar Day 8 Kashgar Old City - Id Kah Mosque - Century-old Tea House Day 9 Kashgar - White Sand Mountain - White Sand Lake - Karakul Lake - Tashkurgan Day 10 Taxkorgan County - Pandra Road - Bandier Lake - Jinhua Beach Stone City - Taxkorgan County Day 11 Tashkurgan - Oytagh Red Mountain - Oytagh Glacier Park - Kashgar Day 12 Kashgar - Warm home Southern Xinjiang Gourmet Recommendations: Hotan Night Market Roasted Goose Eggs, Red Willow Barbecue, Kashgar Night Market Pomegranate Juice, Ganggang Meat, Pigeon Soup, Roasted Pigeon, Roasted Lamb Chops, Rice Intestine Noodles, Sour Yogurt Curd (super delicious) Cultural Activities in Southern Xinjiang: Opening ceremony performance of Kashgar Old City Experience Uyghur culture and watch performances at Xiangfei Garden Stay with a Tajik family and taste ethnic cuisine Make Shatuo pottery in Yingjisha, experience the customs of ancient villages Tajik ethnic dance performances, eagle flute and eagle dance performances

Atop the Pamir Plateau, there is a treasure-filled lake, continuous snow-capped mountains, the most healing highways, the warm and hospitable Tajik people, and the stunning scenery of wind-swept grasslands dotted with cattle and sheep... —— D1 Various places - Urumqi D2 Urumqi - Turpan Wind Power Station - Korla D3 Korla - Loulan Village - Resitan Street - Kuqa D4 Kuqa - Flaming Mountain - Wensu Tumur Grand Canyon - Alar/Aksu D5 Aksu/Alar - Desert Highway - Jiaohe Ancient City - Hotan D6 Hotan - Yarkant Intangible Cultural Heritage Expo Park - Kashgar Old Town - Kashgar D7 Kashgar - White Sand Lake - Xueliushu Cave - Tashkurgan Wetland - Golden Beach + Stone City - Taxkorgan D8 Taxkorgan - Panshan Ancient Road - Bandier Lake - Karakul Lake - Kashgar D9 Kashgar - Colorful Yadan Landform - Shell Hill - Intersection of Tianshan and Kunlun Mountains - Sumuhana Village - Irkeshtam Port - China's Westernmost Point - Kashgar D10 Kashgar - Various places ———— Attraction Highlights: 1. White Sand Lake The brightest pearl on the Pamir Plateau, half desert and half azure sea 2. Wakhan Corridor The famous Wakhan Corridor, bordering Afghanistan and Pakistan, a junction of Eastern and Western civilizations 3. Panshan Ancient Road Over 600 S-shaped bends, having traversed all the twists today, henceforth life is a straight path 4. Tashkurgan Ancient Road A secret realm on the Pamir Plateau, encompassing elements like snow mountains, canyons, villages, farmlands, and Tajik villagers 5. Muztagh Ata Glacier Park Gazing at Kongur Tagh and Kongur Jiubie, one of the nine sacred mountains of China that one must visit in a lifetime.

Kashgar: A millennium-old city sleeping in the desert sands. One hasn't truly been to Xinjiang without visiting Kashgar, a statement full of vigor that is still written on the walls of the ancient city to this day. Here, you can experience the local customs and the warmth of the Uyghur people, as well as taste the unique cuisine of Xinjiang! The famous Handarwaza Food Street is located in the East District. All are delicious Xinjiang foods, from yogurt shaved ice to yogurt zongzi, from spicy lamb trotters to grilled kebabs, Kashgar is also the city with the latest sunset~ The sun still shines warmly at 9:30 pm as you stroll through the ancient city~ Aimlessly wandering through the Kashgar ancient city, which is like a maze, every window, every door, every alley, and every shop is full of exotic charm~ : Day 1: From all over the country to Kashgar Day 2: Kashgar - Kashgar Ancient City - Id Kah Mosque - Hundred-Year-Old Teahouse Day 3: Kashgar - White Sand Mountain - White Sand Lake - Karakul Lake - Tashkurgan Day 4: Taxkorgan County - Panlong Ancient Path - Kangxiwa Village - Bandier Lake - Almaliq Village - Taxkorgan County Day 5: Tashkurgan - Golden Beach - Stone City - Oytag Glacier Park - Kashgar Day 6: Kashgar - Shache Royal Mansion - Yerqiang Khan Mausoleum - Shache Day 7: Shache - Yingjisha Pottery Village - Kashgar Day 8: Kashgar - Back to all over the country

Life is a wilderness, not a track, hearing a thousand times is not as good as seeing once. Here's a route reference D1: From various places, arrive in Urumqi D2: Urumqi—Sayram Lake—Guozigou Bridge—Ili D3: Ili—Xia'ta—Tekes Hexagonal Town D4: Tekes—Qiongkushitai—Gongliu D5: Gongliu—Qiaxi—Nalati—Northern Section of Duku Highway—Kuqa D6: Kuqa—Kashgar—Kashgar Old City D7: Kashgar—Bai Sha Lake—Muztagh D8: Kashgar—Turpan D9: Turpan—Kumtag Desert—Urumqi Precautions: Remember to rent a car in advance on Ctrip or other reliable platforms before departure, it is recommended to place an order on the platform for security. (Insurance is a must because the distances between each scenic spot in Xinjiang are far, and the driving distance is long, in case of emergency) Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night, prepare 1-2 pieces of thick clothing.! For the long self-driving journey, remember to go to the supermarket to purchase some food for when you get hungry on the road and to replenish energy. Remember to bring your ID card and student ID, if you go to southern Xinjiang or some scenic spots in Kanas, you need to apply for a border pass, which can be done at a nearby police station. Travel tips and outfit suggestions: 1. Remember to wear brightly colored clothes on the grasslands for better photos (such as yellow, pink, purple, etc.). 2. You must visit the pine trees at Sayram Lake, although it's tiring and you may want to give up many times, as long as you persist to the top you will find it's all worth it as you can overlook the entire panorama of Sayram Lake and Guozigou Bridge. 3. Bring some sunglasses and hats for sun protection and also as a fashionable item for better photos (girls can buy a triangular scarf to wear on their head for amazing photos). ps: 'Northern Xinjiang for scenery, Southern Xinjiang for culture', the moment you arrive in Xinjiang, your story begins. Every moment is like a movie playing, the beauty of Xinjiang, no words in this world are enough to describe it.

The ancient city of Kashgar is the place in Xinjiang with the richest local flavor and the deepest cultural heritage, encompassing both natural and cultural landscapes. Unlike the green waters and mountains of Northern Xinjiang, the lakes, deserts, glaciers, and red valleys of the Pamir Plateau are equally stunning!✌ ✨Special Attractions 📍Kashgar Old Town: Rich in Western Region style, this irreplaceable ancient city of a thousand years is also the filming location of the movie 'The Kite Runner'. 📍White Sand Lake: The pure white and ultimate blue are just around the next corner, turn and there is the beautiful scenery☘️ 📍N39 Desert: Named after the 39th parallel north in the Taklamakan Desert! The setting sun dyes the sand dunes red, and at night, campfires are lit, fireworks are set off, and the stars in the night sky of the desert are counted while slightly tipsy. 📍Bandi Lan'er Lake: The sapphire that sparkles in the plateau lake💎 It reflects different shades of blue at different times and seasons! The blue is pure and penetrates the heart... 📍Panlong Valley Road: Having walked all the winding paths today, from now on life is a straight road ahead. 🍝🍝Special Cuisine ☑️Roasted Eggs Eggs, quail eggs, and goose eggs are slowly roasted on charcoal sprinkled with ash, constantly turned, and when eaten, they are dipped in a secret Southern Xinjiang seasoning that is unforgettable. ☑️Sour Milk Zongzi Before eating, flatten with a tool, then drizzle with sour milk, sugar syrup, honey, papaya sauce, fig jam, etc. The locals have also given it a nice name called 'National Unity'. ☑️Noodle Lungs, Rice Intestines Making these two dishes is very troublesome, with complex procedures and time-consuming. The taste is sour but not spicy, very delicious. Nang Pit Meat The nang pit meat here is different from other places, with chicken egg liquid, turmeric powder, and other seasonings wrapped on lamb, then baked in a nang pit, crispy on the outside and tender inside, served with sweet and not spicy raw onions, amazing😍 ✅【Check-in Spots in Kashgar Old City] 1️⃣、Navigate to 'That Time Slow Homestay', you can check in at the landmark internet-famous spot in Kashgar, with the Kunlun Tower in the background. 2️⃣、Navigate to 'Sky Garden', you can check in at the travel photography internet-famous spot. 3️⃣、Navigate to 'Rainbow Lane - Turn the Corner to Find Love', you can check in at Rainbow Lane, Cloth Bag Lane, the alleys are narrow, and it's crowded so you may need to queue. 4️⃣、Navigate to 'Xinjiang Lake Living Room', located by the roadside, opposite is a coffee shop, next to

A trip to Xinjiang is a must in a lifetime A visit to Kashgar Old City is a must when in Xinjiang After wandering around Kashgar for a whole day I finally came up with this citywalk photo route guide These are all prime photo spots! 🗺Photo Route Enter from the East Gate of the Old City ➡️ Nà Shí Màn Homestay ➡️ Flower Hat Bazaar ➡️ Bayi Lao Ye's Home ➡️ Sky Garden ➡️ Zhe Coffee Hotel ➡️ Oil Painting Street ➡️ Rainbow Alley ➡️ Exit from the South Gate ❗️Note: The Id Kah Mosque has been demolished ❌Do not go there 📸Photo Spots 📍Nà Shí Màn Homestay A popular spot to photograph the Kashgar TV Tower, where different architectural styles clash in a unique way 📍Flower Hat Bazaar There are various ethnic hats, super beautiful, makes you want to take them all home 📍Bayi Lao Ye's Home Entrance fee 💰30, a mansion with strong ethnic characteristics, also a popular photo spot 📍Sky Garden Located near the East Gate of the East City 🉑 navigate to 'Silk Road Mei Yu', the architecture is very exquisite 📍Zhe Coffee Hotel Offers a panoramic view of the Kashgar TV Tower and the Old City 🕌 with a broad view 📍Oil Painting Street The whole street is filled with art shops selling various fine arts 🖼 with an artistic atmosphere 📍Rainbow Alley The vibrant colors are so beautiful~ A white dress 👗 looks good no matter how you photograph it

No trip to Xinjiang is complete without visiting Kashgar. Kashgar can be regarded as a unique and exotic city in China. The ancient city of Kashgar is divided into east and west districts, separated by the city’s main road. The overall commercial atmosphere of the east district is stronger and the focus is on visiting, while the west district has a cultural atmosphere. Relatively thick, suitable for strolling slowly 💚Classic seats in East District: Figure 1️⃣: Kashgar TV Tower camera location Navigate to [Slow Bed and Breakfast] and follow the colorful steps to the top where you can take photos. You can take photos of the Kashgar landmark "Kunlun Tower". The ancient buildings and modern buildings are in the same frame, as if you have traveled through time. Figure 2️⃣: Rainbow Stairs in Kashgar Ancient City Navigate to [Slow Bed and Breakfast]. There are rainbow steps at the door, which is very unique. Picture 3️⃣: Geng Gongci Turn left from the Rainbow Stairs and you will find this plane. It feels like time and space are intertwined. Picture 4️⃣Master Bai’s home Navigation [Master Bai’s Home], tickets are 30, many young ladies take photos here, very photogenic Picture 5️⃣Sky Garden Navigate to [Silk Road Jade], just follow the steps of the small green door opposite and turn left at the end (the sky garden was being renovated when I went there, so the photos I took were all wooden frames, which is a bit regretful) Picture 6️⃣Flower Pot Bazaar At the entrance to Kashgar’s Dongcheng District, pottery is scattered on the steps. ❤️Warm reminder: There are city opening ceremonies at the entrance of Dongcheng District at 10:30 and 18:00 every day. Go early to get a good seat. There are many people. 🧡Classic seats in Xicheng District Picture 7️⃣Rainbow Lane Navigate to [Encounter Love at the Corner] and you will see Rainbow Alley, a popular photo spot in Xicheng, where there are often queues Picture 8️⃣Budai Lane Opposite Rainbow Alley, the entire alley is hung with "cloth bags" with very ethnic characteristics. Picture 9️⃣ Various arches in the alley Don’t miss the various arches in the alley, which are beautiful to take any photo of

🌸 Spring is the season when everything in Xinjiang comes back to life, and also when the apricot blossoms in Southern Xinjiang are in full bloom. 👏 If you are to visit Southern Xinjiang only once in your lifetime, then I strongly recommend❗️ coming to Xinjiang for a trip in spring. - ⬇️ Looking across the springtime of China, it's hard to find such a place 🏔️ Snow-capped mountains, 🌊 lakes, deserts, and the smoke of history exist side by side 💃 Romantic apricot blossoms coexist with ethnic customs 👉 In Southern Xinjiang, Western China, go for a March without the hustle and bustle of people. - 🌸 Exclusive scenic spots of Southern Xinjiang ✅ Taer Township Apricot Blossom Village: The Kunlun Mountains are majestic and precipitous, with snow melting into rushing streams, highland apricot blossoms in brilliant purples and reds, and a strong Tajik ethnic atmosphere. ✅ Kashgar Old Town: A living ancient city of a thousand years, with a strong exotic atmosphere, experience the simple ethnic customs of Xinjiang, taste the authentic cuisine of Xinjiang. ✅ Baisha Mountain Baisha Lake: Half blue water, half stretching desert, under the reflection of the blue sky and white clouds, it's like a fairyland, so beautiful it leaves you speechless. ✅ Karakul Lake: A high mountain glacial moraine lake, the water surface reflects the majestic 'Father of Icebergs' Muztagh Ata, with snow all over, the mountains and water share the same color. ✅ Panlong Ancient Road: 75 kilometers with 639 turns, a model-level visual feast, racing through the deserted ancient road for a speed and passion experience. ✅ Karakoram Highway: Also known as the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, the scenery changes with every step along the way, the spring scenery of the Pamir snow-capped mountains and lakes is all in sight. - 🌸 Southern Xinjiang Dressing Guide In March to early April, the Pamir Plateau is still covered with ice and snow❄️ Taxkorgan has an altitude of about 3100 meters, with an average temperature around zero degrees🥶 The Apricot Blossom Village has a lower altitude, with most temperatures ranging from 5-15 degrees 👉 It is recommended to carry 3-4 pieces of clothing such as a windbreaker, light down jacket or fleece jacket, and thermal underwear. - 🌸 Southern Xinjiang Flower Viewing Itinerary: D1: From all over the country to Kashgar (check in at the Hambazar Night Market😋) D2: Kashgar to Baisha Lake (the pearl on the plateau💎) - Karakul Lake (encounter the sunlight on Muztagh Ata) - Taxkorgan D3: Taxkorgan to Wacha Panlong Ancient Road (enjoy😎 the fast life) - Taer Township Apricot Blossom (🌸 Apricot Blossom Avenue, No.5 Bridge) - Kashgar D4: Taer Township (wake up in the Apricot Blossom Village) - Kashgar D5: Kashgar Old Town (free time) D6: End the pleasant journey of Southern Xinjiang, return to the departure point - 🥰 Take advantage of the perfect springtime, the beautiful scenery with fewer people in Southern Xinjiang, and go on an impromptu trip to Southern Xinjiang～

🌡️🌡️【3-4🈷️Weather conditions】 🌈3️⃣ Temperature in March: Snow starts to melt, -11°C-12°C🌡️, mostly sunny and cloudy days 🌈3️⃣ Outfit: The temperature difference between morning and night is large, wear a coat🧥, sweatshirt, thick jeans👖 during the day, and wear a cotton coat, cotton pants, and fleece shoes at night · 🌈4️⃣ Temperature in April: 0°C-25°C🌡️, mostly sunny☀️ and cloudy days, it often rains in Yili🌧️ 🌈4️⃣ Outfit: Big temperature difference between morning and night, long sleeves, coats🧥, jeans during the day, cotton clothes, fleece clothes at night — 🌈🌈【Play plan】 March: Southern Xinjiang and Turpan are the first to warm up, and the apricot blossoms here are the first to bloom April: It is the home of Yili. The apricot blossoms on the Yili grassland are gradually blooming. May: The flowers in the valley of Yili are in full bloom, very beautiful — 🗺️🗺️【3️⃣🈷️Itinerary👉6-day tour in Southern Xinjiang】 D1️⃣: Landing in Kashgar - Taking photos in Kashgar D2️⃣: Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Panlong Ancient Road, Tashi County D3️⃣: Kashgar Old Town (East/West City) - Id Kah Mosque - Aksu Ming D4️⃣: Aksu-Wensu Tomur Grand Canyon-Tomur Forest Park D5️⃣: Aksu Daolang Tribe - Alaer Silk Road Sandy Bay D6️⃣: Taklimakan Desert-Aksu Night Market D7️⃣: Aksu – Return — 🗺️🗺️【4️⃣🈷️Itinerary👉Ili Secret Land➕Turpan 8 Days】 D1️⃣: Urumqi - S101 National Defense Highway - Kuitun D2️⃣: Kuitun - Sailimu Lake - Guozigou Bridge - Yining D3️⃣: Yining - Xiata - Zhaosu D4️⃣: Zhaosu-Qiongkushitai-Tekes Bagua City D5️⃣: Tekes-Qiaxi Ancient Road-Nalati D6️⃣: Nalati-Tangbula Hundred Miles Gallery-Tangbula D7️⃣: Tangbula-Fairy Lake-Yining D8️⃣: Yining – Duzi Grand Canyon – Urumqi

Stop searching! The 16 internet-famous spots in Kashgar Old City are right here! If you haven't been to Kashgar, you haven't been to Xinjiang❤️ Kashgar Old City really gives too many surprises I walked 20,000 steps to summarize the super complete shooting spots for everyone The old city is very large, it is recommended that everyone plan the route in advance to avoid detours ❤️East City: 1. "I love Kashgar" That's the slow folk customs, you can see the rainbow stairs on the way 2. Kashgar TV Tower: Follow the rainbow stairs all the way up to the top, turn around and it is the Kunlun Tower shooting spot 3. Three Thousand Collection Homestay in the city ❤️Western Regions 4. Mused Coffee 5. Old City Corner You need money to take pictures, but it's worth it. The fruit tea is very good, and there are many photo spots in the store 6. The house of the Bayi old man 7. Sky Garden 8. Purple Romantic Alley, diagonally opposite to Xiangfei Tea House 9. Rainbow Alley 10. Sack Alley (opposite Rainbow Alley) 11. Street antique shop Kashgar Old City

The off-season old city of Kashgar is somewhat bleak Many shops are closed It's deserted, and I couldn't feel the bustling scene of the old city. If you just want to check in at popular spots and take cosplay photos, then traveling in the off-season would be a good time (⚠️Some popular spots are also closed in the off-season: such as the rooftop photos many people take). No need to wait, take as long as you want. We walked from the east city to the west city, and then walked back to the east city from the west city. Apart from the people living in the old city, there were hardly any tourists. The old city of Kashgar is divided into east and west areas, separated by a main road 1⃣️【East Area】: Opening ceremony (one at 10:30 and 18:00 each), Sky Garden, TV tower internet celebrity spot, Corner Coffee, rooftop photos, Bazaar food street, etc. are all in the east area; the east area is relatively lively and larger 2⃣️【West Area】: Century-old teahouse, Rainbow Lane, Cloth Bag Box, Antique Street, Oil Painting Street are all here; 🌟There will be relatively fewer places to eat and stay in the off-season, but there is absolutely no need to worry. It is recommended to play for 2 days, one day in the east area and one day in the west area. This time is just a meeting, and I will definitely experience the bustling old city of Kashgar when I go again in the peak season.

| All the good photo spots are here!. East Area 📍Sky Garden P2: Navigate to Silk Road Jade, there is a staircase opposite, don't go up to the top, turn left in the middle and keep going and you'll see it. 📍Rainbow Stairs: Navigate to That Slow Guesthouse, you can see it on the roadside. (I didn't take a picture) 📍Kunlun Tower P3: Go up the stairs from the Rainbow Stairs to the top 📍Jiulongquan Guesthouse Rooftop P4: There is a charge for taking pictures if you are not staying 📍Old Town Corner Cafe P5 📍Coffee Time Cafe P6 📍Flower Pot Bazaar P7: East exit of Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area 📍Corner House Door P8 - West Area 📍Grandpa's Grandpa's Dad's Naan P9 📍Bag Lane P10: You can see it along Taha Lane 📍Rainbow Lane P11: Opposite Bag Lane Kashgar Ancient City

Shake off the inventory of October The exotic style of the ancient city of Kashi has always attracted me I set off directly before the weather got too cold I arrived at the homestay in the afternoon and put my luggage in the room I went straight to the rooftop It satisfied all my imagination Characteristic buildings, a lot of carpets, carefully arranged scenes As a perfect start to this trip - 🏠: Jiulongquan Homestay Rooftop 📅: Shot on October 16, 2023 ps: If you don't stay, it's 50RMB/person to go to the rooftop to take pictures - 👉About taking pictures I chose a champagne-colored suspender dress and a green sweater coat The color tone is more in line The big coat has a lazy feeling You can walk around and turn around a lot naturally - 👉About dressing Dress: none Sweater: zara - 👉About color grading Lightroom Brightness➡️ Exposure +0.13 Contrast +7 Highlights -48 Shadows +20 White level -9 Black level +37 - Color➡️ Red-Hue +43 Saturation +38 Brightness -29 Orange-Saturation +35 Yellow-Hue -54 Saturation +36 Brightness -22 Green-Hue -51 Saturation +43 Cyan-Hue +19 Blue-Hue -42 Saturation +21 Brightness -40 - Effect➡️ Texture +23 Clarity +41 Dehaze +7 - Xinjiang Kashi| South Xinjiang Travel| Kashi Photography|

#familytrip Kashgar, situated in the western part of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, is one of the oldest cities in China with a history spanning over two millennia. It has served as a crucial hub along the ancient Silk Road as it found itself strategically located at the convergence of multiple Silk Road routes, making it a natural meeting point for merchants, travelers, and caravans coming from different directions. Silk, spices, precious metals, textiles, and various other commodities passed through Kashgar. The city has a distinct cultural blend, influenced by its position at the crossroads of various civilizations. The majority of the population in Kashgar consists of Uyghurs, a Turkic ethnic group, contributing to the city's unique cultural identity. However along the history various other ethnic groups, including Turks, Persians, Arabs, and Chinese, interacted and left their mark on the city's cultural landscape. Kashgar's Old City, can be characterized by narrow winding streets and traditional mud-brick houses, provides a glimpse into its historical past. The Id Kah Mosque, one of the largest mosques in China, and the Abakh Khoja Tomb are notable landmarks, reflecting the city's Islamic heritage. The bustling Sunday Market is a vibrant display of local life, where you can find a variety of goods, from spices to traditional Uyghur crafts. The city's location near the Pamir Mountains adds to its scenic beauty, offering picturesque landscapes. Tips and Tricks ⁉️ 🤔During Chinese holiday season prices of accomodation spike exponentially. If you know about your travel plan in advance it is highly suggested to make an accomodation reservation as much in advance as possible. Especially if you're foreigner. 😊During your stay, the hotel you'll be staying at will be responsible for your visit registration to the local authorities (absolutely normal procedure in China) and will act as your tour agent. So don't hesitate to ask any questions on how to get somewhere you want, give you a recommendation and help out to arrange a trip for you. Exchange any contact information with the receptionist for any inquiries or any situation where you'd need them to help. #SpinTheWorld #wecreate #mytravelhacks #familytrip #localguides #kashgar

I got it! This is the correct way to open up Xinjiang tourism!! Recommended itinerary 1: 13-day train and bus tour of North and South Xinjiang. Day 1 Various places - Urumqi At 20:40 in the evening, we will collectively take a train to travel from (departure) Urumqi to (arrival) Beitun. Day 2: Beitun - Kanas - Hemu Day 3: Hemo-Wucaitan-Beitun Before taking the train to Yining in the evening: (departure) Beitun - (transfer) Urumqi - (arrival) Yining. Day 4: Yining - Sayram Lake - Lavender Manor - Yining City Day 5: Yining - Kalajun - Teks Day 6 Texi-Qiongkushitai-Xinyuan Day 7: Xinyuan - Narati - Narati Town Day 8 Narati Town - Nandukou - Kuche Grand Canyon - Kuche Before taking the train to Kashgar at night: (Departure) Kuche - (Arrival) Kashgar. Day 9 Kashgar - BaiSha Lake - Karakul Lake - Taxkorgan County Day 10: Taxian - Panlong Ancient Trail - Tahe Man Wetland - Kashgar Ancient City. Day 11 Kashgar Old City Opening Ceremony - Mosque - Aksu Day 12: Aksu-Wensu Grand Canyon-Kuche Day 13 Kuche - Loulan Ancient City - Korla In the afternoon, take the train to Urumqi city. Recommended itinerary 2: 11-day train and bus tour of Northern Xinjiang. Day 1 Various places - Urumqi Take the train at night from Urumqi to Beitun, departing at 20:40 and arriving at 08:25. Day 2: Beitun - Kanas - Jia Dengyu Day 3 Jia Dengyu - He Mu Village - He Mu Day 4: Hemu - Hemu Sunrise - Five-Color Beach - Wu'erhe Day 5: Wuerhe - Wuerhe Devil City - Jinghe Day 6: Jinghe - Sailimu Lake - Yining Day 7: Yining - Kekesu Grand Canyon - Tekes Day 8 Texi-Qiongkushitai-Xinyuan Day 9: Xinyuan - Narat Grassland - Narat Town. Day 10: Narat Town - Duku Highway - Hundred Miles Gallery - Kuitun Day 11 Kuí Tún - Tianchi - Ürümqi

Stayed in Kashgar for 3 days, every day was very happy. I know that this city is becoming more and more like Lijiang. If I had come earlier, I might have felt more charm about Kashgar. However, the development of the city always involves contradictions. Going out will inevitably bring impact and pain, but staying in place will still be a long-term unfairness. As a region that gathers multiple ethnic groups, being able to preserve their own language, culture, and traditions is a miracle in my opinion. However, whether such a miracle can bring about good treatment from capital is a question mark. Of course, I am just a passerby who happened to come here. My simplest wish is that Kashgar will always be a joyful city. When the weather is good, getting lost in the alleys of the old city is the best way to open up. The children here are so cute that they often greet you actively. Who can refuse such angelic smiles? Most locals are optimistic and easy-going, and it feels like they are always dancing with joy, even if you don't buy anything, you can still chat happily. The sunlight falls on every old building, and the changes in light and shadow bring different atmospheres. Walking quietly among them is like being a part of an oil painting. I couldn't help but participate in the Kashgar old city travel photography, squeezing among a group of Western princesses is also a rare impression of the Western Regions. On the day when the sandstorm struck, everyone was not setting up stalls outdoors, but it would be super interesting to go from one characteristic small shop to another. Go to Zahra Cake Shop and have a piece of characteristic cake full of raisins and nuts. Regret not packing a few more boxes to take home; go to the coffee shop at the end of the alley and have a cup of desert coffee that is even more bitter than my life; go to the non-trendy old tea house and have a cup of Kashgar's local specialty medicinal tea, and listen to the uncles' intoxicated Dotar performance... Then go to Jiulongquan Inn to take a photo, and take a distant view of the high platform residential buildings full of historical sense in the sand. With a little personal prayer, I hope that when I come to Kashgar again next time, these places I like will still be there. I have said that every moment of meeting with me is the best scenery. Whether it's sunlight or sand and dust, every aspect of Kashgar, I am glad to have met you.

Time seems to have gone back hundreds of years, feeling the historical charm of the ancient Silk Road. Today, we come to Kashgar, Xinjiang to visit the ancient city. One of the few ancient cities that has been completely preserved to this day. It is a crossroads of ancient commerce, culture, and religion, as well as a gathering place for Uyghurs. Explore this cultural corridor, take a look at those ancient and beautiful buildings, feel the lush ecological environment, and enjoy the best local cuisine!

Site : Kashgar Old City In Kashgar Perfecture, Xinjiang, China Location : China, Xinjiang, Kashgar Prefecture, Kashgar, Yawage Rd, 艾提尕尔清真寺旁 邮政编码: 844099 Getting here : Fly in from Major cities in China , or you can take a slow train from Urumqi....I did both, both experiences is amazing!!! Worth the visit : 100% 💯 Kashgar old city has a 2000 years worth of history.The design is Islamic influenced that I felt like I was transport to Morocco when I came here for the 1st time....The 2nd time I am already a pro coz I walk everywhere on foot the 1st time.....There is so much interesting things to see. Every alley in the old town has it's own speciality for example black smith alley, carpenter alley, garment and textile needlework, bakery, and butcher. So if you need something just go to the allocated alley. Kashgar lies in an oasis before towns were built-up in the area. Kashgar is in the silk route which connects the west to the east for commerce in the old ages. Kashgar predominantly populated by Uighurs an Turks. Language spoken is Uighurs, Chinese and some speak russian. The food there is mostly influenced by food that was transported during the silk route expedition era. Food like semolina and pomegranate juice, spices, mutton fried crepes are widely available......The food is totally different from typical chinese food. Love it over there and it snowed heavily in winter and turns the sky red during sunset....love love love #passionpassport.

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Aoyitak red hills is about one hour 30 minutes from to kashgar city. We took a driver as there was no buses except tour buses for Chinese groups. It was a pricey day all in. We went to three different places and paid 1500 rmb for the two of us. It possible you could find an alternative way to get there . w We took a car to the first of three spots. This geological are was the first stop. we spent about 40rmb walking around. It’s worth the trip out of kashgar for this. #redmountains We arrive about 11:30 and there wasn’t that many Chinese tourists. if you keep walking in you will be alone which is nice for a change in China . Also no open mics with music blaring out.

It was only on the fourth day in Kashgar that I got to experience the most local Kashgar. Going close to the local residential areas, you can feel the true charm of Kashgar. After entering the ancient city of Kashgar, don’t just walk around the pedestrian street, go into the alleys and you will find more surprising things. Around ten o'clock in the morning, residents gradually get up and open their doors. On Saturdays and Sundays, children also come out to play. They play with footballs, water guns, and bubbles in boxes, and will take the initiative to say hello to you. You can ask the children before taking pictures. Some children like to have their pictures taken, while others may not like to be photographed. The people here are very hospitable, kind and simple. It is really a good place to heal people's hearts! #Good place for families

When visiting southern Xinjiang, in addition to driving to Taxkorgan, more time is spent in the ancient city. Although it is a bit commercialized, the people here are relatively simple, the prices are not very high, and it is generally very friendly to tourists. Most of the local residents are bilingual. There are more Uyghurs in southern Xinjiang, but the local residents are very gentle. Walking around the residential area, you can find that the locals live freely and comfortably, especially watching the cute and good-looking local children running and playing freely in the alleys, which makes people feel relaxed and beautiful unconsciously. I like the enthusiasm and simplicity of the people here very much. Most of the most photo-worthy places are in the alleys. I checked in at the Sky Garden and the top floor of the B&B. They are all very good for taking photos. It feels like Morocco and Turkey. It is recommended to book a hotel nearby. It is convenient to walk there, but taxis in Kashgar are also very cheap. #High-altitude viewing

[Kashgar, Xinjiang] The first stop of K2G219 is Kashgar in southern Xinjiang. After we flew from different places to Kashgar, we set off to drive from Yecheng towards Tibet. As the national 5A tourist scenic spot, Kashgar Old Town is the best place to go. There is a strong western style. You can enjoy the beautiful folk songs and dances at the opening ceremony, and you can appreciate the beauty of different buildings in the city. The most authentic Xinjiang cuisine is everywhere here. If you are a buy-and-buy person, the high-quality silk carpet here is definitely worth your income. A hospitable local friend will be happy to take a photo with you after permission. If you go here to play, you must remember to go to the opposite side of the city gate "Kashgar Ice Cream" shop to taste his home ice cream, will definitely leave you the most memorable impression. Reporting my name will definitely surprise you again and again. . . .

The most popular way to open up Xinjiang - the cattle and goats bazaar at 10 o'clock on Sunday morning, in the Grand Bazaar in the northern suburbs of the 314 National Road in Kashgar, a lively and unique sale is staged. The nearby peasant herdsmen gathered their cattle and sheep from their own homes in the bulls and lobsters, carrying cars and cars, and carrying out ancient and orderly transactions. With dust and cockroaches, the sheep are trapped here, everywhere is swaying, some are tied to the stakes by ropes, and some are waiting for life and death in the sheepfold. Can't take care of the dust, every angle is the wildest human story in Xinjiang. Address: Near the 314 National Road Wildland Township, take a taxi for 30 yuan, bus ride 23, 1 yuan food recommendation: cattle and goats have a very local Lamb, beef skewers, pilaf, the price is very affordable, there are many fruits.

#TATO# We finally arrived at the last stop of the self-driving tour of Xinjiang, Kashgar. From the direction of Shule County, it enters the urban area of Kashgar. Here is the new city of Kashgar. There are many high-rise buildings, many cars, and the streets are wide. It is obviously clean and green. The first thing that the whole city gives is very Comfortable, the city is very prosperous, and there is a feeling of entering the city, only to know that Kashgar is the only inland special economic zone. Such urban development is completely different from my imagined Kashgar. It is an unexpected surprise. . After arriving in Kashgar, we went directly to the old town of Kashgar, which is the essence of Kashgar, which is the essence of Xinjiang. Kash The old town has a magical charm that appeals to me. According to the navigation to the old town of Kashgar, the old town has multiple entrances and exits, parked the car outside the parking lot, entered the old city, we did not look at the map, did not look at the road signs, follow their own feelings and walk around, this is the most surprising the way.