How to spend your first day in Kashgar, with a guide to Kashgar City.

Kashgar City is divided into a new district and an old district.
Most people who come to Kashgar go to the old district.
The old district is also the place that best reflects the ethnic characteristics of Kashgar.
The well-known Kashgar Old Town is located in the old district.
You can visit Gaotai Minju, Kashgar Old Town, Kashgar Museum, and Kunlun Tower.
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🌟 Gaotai Minju
🎫 Ticket: Free
Located opposite Kashgar Old Town, it is a Uyghur ethnic settlement and the most Western-style old town street in Kashgar City. It has a long history and cultural heritage. The houses are built along the cliffs, layer upon layer. The houses here are made of wood and brick. Walking through the winding alleys, you will find surprises everywhere. The colorful windows, colorful tiles, and exquisitely carved wooden doors all reflect the unique culture of the ancient Silk Road.
There are also various small commodities for sale in the alleys, such as folk instruments, antique ceramics, ethnic costumes, and hats. It is also a great place to take photos.
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🌟 Kashgar Old Town
Kashgar Old Town is divided into the east and west districts.
🏔 East District:
1⃣ Navigate to the East Gate of Kashgar Old Town, where you can watch the opening ceremony of the old town. Time (10:30 am and 6:00 pm daily)
2⃣ The East District is relatively large and commercialized, with various street snacks, bars, and coffee shops. There is Hanbazha Food Street, Sky Garden, Old Town Corner Coffee, and the famous internet-famous check-in spot Kunlun Tower.
🏔 West District:
The West District is small and more artistic and laid-back. There are many small alleys and buildings, and the cultural characteristics are more prominent. The Id Kah Mosque, Oil Painting Street, and the century-old teahouse are all here. It is worth a visit. If you like lively places, go to the East District. If you like quiet and leisurely places, the West District is the best choice.
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🌟 Kashgar Museum
Location: No. 20, Tianshan West Road, Kashgar City. The new museum was built in 2007.
It is said that you go to Northern Xinjiang for the scenery and Southern Xinjiang for the culture. This is true. The cultural essence of Southern Xinjiang is gathered in the museum. Here you can learn about the history and culture of Xinjiang and the historical changes of the Silk Road, as well as the religious beliefs of various ethnic groups.
The museum is divided into four basic exhibitions:
Kunlun River Basin, Ancient Road Relics, Kashgar Historical Relics, and Chinese Xinjiang Historical Ethnic and Religious Culture.
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🌟 Kunlun Tower
🎫 Ticket: 40 per person
You can see a panoramic view of Kashgar Old Town, which is very impressive.
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⚠️ Note: Drones are prohibited in Kashgar City. If you want to fly a drone, you must apply to the local police.
90% of the residents in Kashgar City are Uyghurs, so you must respect local customs.