What to do in Kashgar: A travel guide.

🌄 "You have to go to Kashgar! Touch time in the alleys of the ancient city for thousands of years, and feel the enthusiasm in the fireworks of exotic customs. In May, the spring breeze is mixed with the sweet fragrance of melons and fruits, and the sun gently shines on the earthen walls of the old city. It is the most suitable season to rush to this appointment in the Western Regions✨! Receive this super complete guide and take you to unlock every inch of romance in Kashgar~" 📦 Preparations before the trip ✅ Documents: ID card is a must! If you plan to go to border areas such as Taxkorgan, apply for a "Border Pass" in your place of household registration or in Kashgar in advance. ✅ Clothing: In Kashgar in May, the daytime temperature is 20–30℃, and the sun is strong☀️. It is recommended to bring a thin coat, sunscreen clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses; the temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so prepare a thick coat. It is recommended to wear ethnic-style long skirts and shawls for taking photos to maximize the film output rate📸! ✅ Others: Sunscreen, moisturizing mask (essential for dry climates), stomach medicine, power bank, camera or mobile phone (every corner of the ancient city is worth recording!). 🌸 Best time to visit May in Kashgar avoids the high temperatures and tourist peaks of summer. Melons and fruits begin to be available on the market one after another🍉, the streets of the old city are shaded by green trees, and the temperature is comfortable and pleasant. Whether you are strolling through the ancient city or driving around, the experience is excellent~ 🗺️ Travel route Day 1: In-depth tour of the old city 📍 Morning: Arrive in Kashgar, check into a hotel near the old city, and go straight to Kashgar Old City. Pass through the arch of Aitigar Square and step into the ancient city for thousands of years. Feel the enthusiastic singing and dancing💃 at the opening ceremony, stroll through the maze-like streets and alleys, and explore century-old teahouses and handicraft shops. 📍 Noon: Taste mint tea with nang bread at the "Century-Old Teahouse" in the ancient city and overlook the panoramic view of the old city. 📍 Afternoon: Go to Gaotai Residences (visit from the outside) to feel the unique rammed earth architecture; stroll along Wusitangboyi Road and choose characteristic souvenirs such as Adeles silk and copperware. 📍 Evening: Check in at Kashgar Night Market. The aroma of roasted goose eggs, stewed mutton in a crock, and roasted buns is so tempting that you can't move! Day 2: Intertwining of humanity and nature 📍 Morning: Visit Kashgar Museum to learn about the history of the Western Regions; then go to Apak Hoja Tomb to explore the legendary story. The sea of flowers in the garden is super suitable for taking photos📷! 📍 Noon: Eat a bowl of handmade jelly at "Century-Old Jelly Shop" in the city, which is sour and spicy~ 📍 Afternoon: Charter a car or drive to Baisha Lake. Along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, watch the snow-capped mountains reflected on the lake. It's so beautiful that it's breathtaking🏔️! 📍 Evening: Return to the city and listen to folk songs at Ancient City Corner Music Restaurant to enjoy a pleasant evening. Day 3: One-day tour of border scenery 📍 Charter a car to Taxkorgan County all day (you need to apply for a border pass in advance), passing by Karakul Lake and overlooking Muztagh Ata Peak; watch the Nine Curves and Eighteen Bends in the Tatiqman Wetland and feel the magnificence of the Pamir Plateau🏕️! On the way back, eat a bowl of yak beef noodles at a roadside shop to replenish your energy~ 🏨 Featured accommodations 🏛️ Homestays in the ancient city: Recommended "Old Town Corner" and "Qiniwak Hotel". When you open the window, you can see the scenery of the ancient city, and you can also listen to Rewap playing and singing at night🎶. 🛏️ Hotels in the city: "Kashgar Shenzhen Radisson Hotel" has a high cost performance and convenient transportation; if your budget is sufficient, you can choose "Kashgar Tianyuan International Hotel", which has luxurious facilities. 🍲 Food recommendations 🍢 Roasted buns: The crust is crispy and the mutton is tender. "Ailijiang Roasted Bun Shop" is highly recommended! 🍜 Stewed mutton in a crock: The mutton is stewed until it is soft and delicious when eaten with nang bread~ "Kaimai'erding Restaurant" is a must-see! 🍨 Handmade ice cream: Saffron ice cream from "Guli's Home" has a rich milky aroma with a hint of sweetness. 🍵 Sweet tea: 2 yuan a cup at street teahouses, it is silky and refreshing, and it is great with oily pagoda bread! 📸 Check-in destinations ✨ Ancient city internet-famous spots: Budai Alley, Rainbow Alley, colorful doors and window walls ✨ The terrace on the second floor of the century-old teahouse, overlooking the panoramic view of the old city ✨ Take a blockbuster of light and shadow in front of the Id Kah Mosque ✨ The night view of Kashgar Old City, the lanterns are lit up and it is super atmospheric! ⚠️ Tips 1️⃣ The signal in some areas of the ancient city is weak, so save the offline version of the map in advance. 2️⃣ Respect local customs and dress appropriately when entering mosques. 3️⃣ It is recommended to find a regular platform for carpooling and negotiate the price and route. 4️⃣ Sunscreen! Sunscreen! Sunscreen! The ultraviolet rays are super strong, don't be lazy~ The charm of Kashgar is hidden in every carved door panel, in every enthusiastic "Yakexim", and even more in the unforgettable taste on the tip of the tongue. May in Kashgar is waiting for you to go on a date across mountains and seas~ Pack your bags and set off🚀, may you meet the most exciting story of the Western Regions here!