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Awat Dolan Culture Town
4A Tourism Area

Awat Dolan Culture Town

阿克苏阿瓦提刀郎文化小镇

Xinjiang, Aksu·43.8188°N, 87.8305°E
Ticket Price
CNY 80 (peak season), CNY 50 (off-season)
Duration
3-4 hours

About Awat Dolan Culture Town

A town built to celebrate the Dolan people, a Uyghur community of the Tarim Basin known for their music, dance and folk arts. Wander workshops, watch performances, and step out to poplar forests along the Tarim River.

Highlights

• A town themed on Dolan culture: folk art, music and murals. • Nearby Populus forests and Tarim River scenery.

Suggested Route

Stroll the culture street and folk-art workshops, then visit the nearby wetland/poplar area; allow 2 h.

Food & Lodging

Dolan specialties, grilled fish and naan; town inns and Aksu hotels.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms and shops; basic.
Travel Tips

Check for special exhibitions or cultural performances. Some areas may require additional tickets.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: June-September

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Opening Hours

08:30-17:30 (peak season), 09:00-16:30 (off-season)

Getting There

No metro; nearest HSR: Aksu Railway Station (~50 km); nearest airport: Aksu Airport (~55 km); in Awat County.

Reservation

Reservation policy unclear; advise booking ahead via official platform.

Ticket Price

CNY 80 (≈ $11) (peak season), CNY 50 (≈ $7.0) (off-season)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
阿克苏阿瓦提刀郎文化小镇

43.8188, 87.8305

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