Kashgar Ancient City

喀什古城景区

Xinjiang, Kashgar★ 4.7·39.3591°N, 76.0847°E

Ticket Price

CNY 60 (includes all paid sites)

Duration

Full day

Rating

4.7 / 5.0

About Kashgar Ancient City

The ancient city of Kashgar in Xinjiang is a living maze of winding lanes, earth-brick houses and bustling bazaars that preserves centuries of Uyghur culture and craftsmanship. Wander through its historic gates and courtyards to experience one of China's most atmospheric old towns.

Highlights

• One of the best-preserved Islamic old towns in Central Asia: a maze of adobe lanes. • The Id Kah Mosque, lively bazaars and rooftop cafes. • Uyghur handicrafts and cuisine.

Suggested Route

Enter at the East Gate (opening ceremony), wander Handicraft Street, see Id Kah Mosque, take rooftop tea and exit at the West Gate; allow half a day.

Food & Lodging

Try naan, kebabs, hand-pulled noodles and pigeon soup; many guesthouses and boutique hotels inside and near the old town.

Facilities

Parking at gates, restrooms, an info center and electric carts; partial wheelchair access.

Travel Tips

Stay until evening to see lantern-lit streets. Try local snacks from street vendors. Bargain at shops.

📅 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.