[2025 Kashgar Attraction] Travel Guide for Kashgar Kunlun Tower (Updated Dec)

📍East City: 1️⃣, 2️⃣, 1️⃣1️⃣, 1️⃣2️⃣, 1️⃣6️⃣【Tuoying Yixi Homestay】 The homestay isn’t very big but is very photogenic. From the rooftop, you can capture Kunlun Tower and the Ferris wheel. 3️⃣, 4️⃣, 6️⃣【Zebra Jianghu Commune】 The environment and atmosphere are excellent, super photogenic, and you can also find some exquisite small items and cultural creations. 7️⃣, 8️⃣【Antique Street】 Bought a handmade bag that I really love. 📍West City: P9, P13【Rainbow Alley】 There are relatively more people lining up, and if there’s a travel photo shoot, the wait time will be even longer. P10【Cloth Bag Alley】 Personally, I think it’s more photogenic than the Rainbow Alley across the street. P17, P18【Grandpa’s Grandpa’s Dad’s Naan】 At first, I thought it was just a trendy check-in spot, but it turned out to be surprisingly delicious. P15【Kunlun Tower】 There are many people lining up; it’s recommended to go early in the day because the light gets very dim later. ✏️ (West City looks more beautiful at night than East City. If you only have one day to visit, it’s recommended to explore East City during the day and West City at night.) ✏️ (If driving, you can park at the ground parking lot opposite the East City gate, which is more convenient and easier to park than the one next to the gate.) ✏️ (The city opening ceremony is at the East City gate, starting at 10:30 AM. If you want to get a front spot, go at least 2 hours early. There are really a lot of people, the ceremony will close the road, so it’s best to avoid this time if you’re driving.)

If you come to Kashgar, make sure to reserve a spot in your budget for the Kunlun Tower package! This is definitely one of the smartest decisions I made on this trip. - 📍Location & Cost-effectiveness The tower is located on Tuman Road, standing 169 meters tall, and is now the iconic building of Kashgar. Key point‼️ I recommend not buying tickets alone! Go straight for the "ticket + drink" package. For just 10 RMB more, it’s basically like buying a coffee and getting the ticket free, which rounds up to free access to the top! · 🌇Environment & View The café is on the seventh floor of the tower, and the elevator goes straight up. The environment is impeccable, with huge glass windows offering a 360-degree unobstructed view. The entire ancient city of Kashgar spreads out like a painting beneath your feet, and you can even see the Kunlun Mountains in the distance. Especially on sunny days, the light and shadow effects are amazing, and every shot looks like a masterpiece. · ☕️Experience Tips ✅️Strongly recommend visiting here around 2 or 3 PM when it’s hottest. Don’t wander around the ancient city in the blazing sun! Come up, order a coffee or a specialty milk tea, enjoy the air conditioning, and leisurely watch the scenery. · ✅️Wait until the sunlight softens before heading back down to continue exploring. This makes your itinerary much more reasonable. We stayed until evening and saw a stunning sunset and the city lights gradually turning on. - 💡Personal Tips · Weather: Make sure to come on a sunny day! The visual effect is at least ten times better (I happened to catch a sandstorm... everything was gray...😤) · Time: Come in the afternoon to avoid the heat and wait for the sunset and night view—two benefits in one. · Cost: The package deal offers the best value, even better than buying the Kunlun Tower ticket alone. -

🎒『10-Day Trip Revealed』🎒 🌟Day1【Kashgar Old City Exploration】 🏨Stay: Homeinn Plus (Kashgar Old City Scenic Area People's Square Branch) 📍Highlights: 👉Kashgar Old City: Immerse in millennia-old Central Asian charm 👉Id Kah Mosque: Xinjiang's largest mosque🕌 👉Xiangfei Garden: Legendary story of Emperor Qianlong's fragrant concubine 👉Gaotai Ancient Residence: Living adobe architecture museum ✨Unique Experiences: Old city hot air balloon/Kunlun Eye Ferris wheel/Night market in ancient streets 🌟Day2【Red Canyon Adventure】 🔴Nature's masterpiece! Breathtaking canyon sunset🌄 🌟Day3【First Taste of Pamir Plateau】 🏕️Muyun Camp (Karakul Lake Branch) 📍Must-visit: 👉Muztagh Glacier Park: Up close with the "Father of Ice Mountains" 👉Taheman Wetland: Stunning plateau wetland reflections 👉Pamir Golden Grassland: A golden fairy tale world🍂 🌟Day4【Must-Drive Experience】 🏨Shangyin Hotel (Tashkurgan Pamir Tourist Area Branch) 🛣️Panlong Ancient Road: "After today's winding roads, life will be all smooth sailing ahead" 🚗Over 600 thrilling curves! 🌟Day5【Volcanic Wonders】 ⛺Tashkurgan·Meet·Tuogelunxia Pasture High Flute Starry Sky Camp 🌋Muji Volcanic Crater: China's westernmost volcanic crater group Stargazing at the Milky Way at night🌌 🌟Day6【Plateau Lakes】 ☁️In the Clouds Starry Sky Camp Homestay (White Sand Lake Branch) 💧Kezhou Glacier Park: The "blue tear" of Pamir Plateau 🔥『Super Recommended Spots』🔥 1️⃣Xiangfei Garden: Exemplar of Central Asian architecture 2️⃣Panlong Ancient Road: 3000m-altitude viral photo spot📸 3️⃣Muztagh Glacier: Touch millennia-old ice 4️⃣Id Kah Mosque: Kashgar's landmark 💡『Practical Tips』💡 ✅Best travel season: July-August ✅Border permit required for Pamir Plateau ✅SUNSCREEN! SUNSCREEN! SUNSCREEN! ✅Stay warm and prevent altitude sickness in plateau areas

The most anticipated stop of my Xinjiang trip‼️ I’ve finally arrived in Kashgar. If the vast grasslands🐎 of Northern Xinjiang are mesmerizing, then the cultural charm💃 of Southern Xinjiang is absolutely unmissable. Strolling and eating in Kashgar's Old City✔️—every snapshot is Instagram-worthy! 🕍 Kashgar Old City Travel Guide: 🎫 Open 24/7, no entrance fee 🔘 The old city is vast, divided into East and West zones separated by a road 🔘 If you only have one day, prioritize the East Zone 🔘 Don’t miss the 10:30 city gate opening ceremony—arrive 30 minutes early to secure a spot 🔘 Explore bustling bazaars, local snacks, and photo spots inside the old city ✔️ Recommended Route: Rainbow Steps — Kunlun Pagoda — Genggong Temple — Bayi’s Mansion — Sky Garden — Hanbazar Food Street This time, my husband chose📍 Sky Garden🏨, and it totally won me over! Just a few hundred meters from the old city👣, you can unwind in a hot spring♨️ after a day of exploring. The spacious family room👏 is perfect for family trips. Late risers can enjoy brunch🍴 at 11 AM with plenty of options. Free access to the Sky Garden🛕 inside the old city—endless photo opportunities!📷 At the top, capture the TV tower🗼 and Ferris wheel🎡—the night view is breathtaking‼️

| Unlocking the Charm of a Millennia-Old City.📍 Destination: Xinjiang Kashgar Old City (Kashi Old City) ⏰ Recommended duration: 1-2 days 📸 Key highlights: Millennia-old Silk Road charm, maze-like alleys, rich culture, perfect lighting, Instagrammable spots. 📅 East District Instagram Route (Start in the afternoon for sunset) ⏰ Duration: 3-4 hours 🚶 Route: Geng Gong Temple → Kunlun Tower photo spot → Rainbow Stairs → Bayi Master’s House → Sky Garden → Wulanduo Café Rooftop (sunset) 1. ⛰️ Geng Gong Temple: Climb high for a panoramic view of the old city. 2. 🏙️ Kunlun Tower photo spot (navigate to "Nashiman B&B"): Capture the contrast between modern towers and ancient alleys! 3. 🌈 Rainbow Stairs: Snap playful photos against this colorful backdrop! 4. 🏠 Bayi Master’s House: Explore a traditional Uyghur residence—remember to bargain for photo fees💰! 5. 🌺 Sky Garden (opposite "Silk Road Jade"): Must-photograph the suspended carved archway! 6. ☕ Wulanduo Café Rooftop: Sip a drink and watch the **golden sunset bathe the old city🌇! 📌 Pro tip: Afternoon light is magical; Wulanduo is the perfect sunset spot! 📅 West District Cultural Morning Route (Start early!) ⏰ Duration: 3-4 hours 🚶 Route: Id Kah Mosque → Rainbow Lane & Cloth Bag Lane → Century-Old Tea House → Artisan Bazaar → Kashgar Cuisine 1. 🕌 Id Kah Mosque (7:30-8:30): Arrive early! Capture the solemn mosque in morning light✨. 2. 📸 Rainbow Lane & Cloth Bag Lane (8:30-9:30): Race to shoot—fewer crowds and perfect morning light for stunning shots! 3. 🫖 Century-Old Tea House (10:00): Sip tea, enjoy music, and soak in the local vibe~ 🎵 4. 🔨 Artisan Bazaar (Wood/Iron/Embroidered Hat Lanes): Watch craftsmen at work and capture storytelling moments🔧. 5. 🍢 Kashgar Food Time: Savor baked buns, lamb stew, handmade ice cream…end with a feast! 📌 Pro tip: Arrive in the West District by 7 AM! Empty alleys and mosque morning light are the essence. 📍 Universal Tips 👟 Wear super-comfy shoes! Cobblestone streets will test your feet. ☀️ Sunscreen trio: Hat + sunglasses + high-SPF—UV rays are intense! 💧 Carry water: It’s dry; sweet pomegranate juice🍹 is sold roadside. 💰 Haggling skills: Try gentle bargaining in bazaars and for photo fees. 🛂 Border permit: If visiting Tashkurgan, apply in Kashgar (spots near the old city). 📅 Itinerary Suggestions 1-Day Highlights: West District AM (start at 6:30) → East District PM (start at 15:00) → Wulanduo sunset 2-Day Deep Dive: Day1 Full-day West (morning photos + afternoon bazaar/tea) Day2 Full-day East (landmarks + leisurely stroll + rooftop sunset) > 🌟 Mantra: > West at dawn, East at dusk; > Lose yourself in alleys, smiles unlock the magic! Pack this emoji-filled guide and conquer Kashgar—be the most envy-inducing traveler in your feed! 📸✨

The 169-meter Kashgar Observation Tower--Kunlun Tower Is the perfect place to overlook the ancient city of Kashgar Enjoy beautiful views from the tower And savor delicious food 🌇 · Photographing the towering Kunlun Tower from small alleys Creates a scene both ancient and modern The old and the new Interweave to create a unique charm 🕌

When traveling to Kashgar, you must go to the landmark Kunlun Tower at sunset. Overlooking the ancient city of Kashgar and the city skyline is simply too beautiful! To feel the charm of the city of Kashgar, you not only need to walk through the streets and alleys of the ancient city, but also to climb high and look far. At the blue hour of sunset, watching the city's lights is a lot of fun. Walking around the tower, you can feel the different characteristics and architectural styles of the Kashgar urban area. If you want a special experience, you can go to the "Cloud Tea Language" on the 24th floor, sit on the soft seat, drink some tea, eat some snacks, and overlook the night view of the ancient city. You can buy a Kunlun Tower package ticket or come here to order a la carte. We chose freshly made drinks, which were cold and sour and sweet, and they were pretty good. The main thing is that the environment is good, you don't have to squeeze with others on the top floor, it's quite comfortable. However, the view here is through the glass. If you want to see the unobstructed open air, you have to go to the top floor. Children choose, adults want all, all want to experience, haha. In short, the Kunlun Tower changes colors at night, and the scenery under your feet is also wonderful, and it will not disappoint. The Kunlun Tower has a large parking lot, which is convenient for parking, but you need to queue up in the evening, so you need to be more patient.

Atop the Kunlun Tower, you can witness the 【China's Latest Sunset】 This is Kashgar, the ancient city at the westernmost edge of China. It is also the city where the sunset occurs the latest in China. Since you're in Kashgar, it seems somewhat regrettable not to watch the sunset. Highly recommended strategy for watching the latest sunset in Kashgar: Best viewing spot: The best place to watch the westernmost sunset in Kashgar is the city's new internet-famous landmark building: the Kunlun Tower. Recommended rating stars! Ticket advice: It is recommended to buy the Kunlun Tower 24th floor Cloud-End Teahouse package ticket online for 58 yuan per person (including admission and a special drink worth 48 yuan), the key is to enjoy the sunset and overlook the beauty of the ancient city. Time arrangement: In mid-to-late March, the sunset time is around 21:10, so it is advised to go up to the 24th floor Cloud-End around 8:30 pm, sit and watch the slanting sun go down, and occasionally go up to the 25th-floor rooftop for a little stroll and photos. After watching the sunset, sitting on the 24th floor Cloud-End, the scenery of the ancient city is in full view, and the ancient city's light show can also be seen from above. This is the location of this year's Spring Festival Gala Kashgar sub-venue. Note: For watching the sunset, whether the sky is clear is also very important. The weather in spring is changeable, and there is also an element of luck. Therefore, having a normal mindset is very important. Today has been somewhat uncertain in terms of weather, and I heard that the sunset was not visible in the past few days, but our studio still decided to take a chance and went up to the Kunlun Tower at 8:30 pm, had a hot drink on the 24th floor, then went up to the 25th-floor rooftop to watch the sunset, and fortunately, the weather was favorable, and around 21:12 was when we saw tonight's sunset. Although the setting sun is often in the clouds, the refreshing and light afterglow is enough to make one happy. Fortunate to have witnessed China's latest sunset and the complete night view of the ancient city. Perfect.