[2025 Shache Attraction] Travel Guide for Old Town Scenic Area (Updated May)

The wild games I found in southern Xinjiang were so exciting! An old man playing Rewap in the desert at 3 a.m., a glowing poplar forest, and making his first pottery jar with Kunlun Mountain mud... Here are some real experiences from the whole network: 👉Don’t just rush through Yingjisha Earthenware Village! I stayed in the Uighur grandfather's workshop for three hours, learning how to carve patterns on clay with a wooden knife. The clay was really mixed with broken jade from the Kunlun Mountains! The Yingjisha knife sharpened on site in the knife village next door can cut paper like cutting butter (can be mailed home) 🌌Dari Yabui is more shocking than you can imagine! At nine o'clock in the evening, the desert sunset burned the poplar forest into golden red. The villagers brought out Kumaiqi meat pie (desert version of roujiamo) with brick tea, and suddenly someone played dutar in the bonfire. The key point! ! You can see the Milky Way Arch Bridge here! Lying on the top of the sand dune in my sleeping bag in the early morning, there were so many shooting stars that I couldn't make enough wishes... 🚐The driver on the day we entered Taklimakan was Juye! I was drifting in the sand waves in an off-road vehicle, and suddenly the car stopped and let me touch the shady side of the sand dune - it was cold! Deep in the desert, there is a "singing" quicksand area. Stepping on it feels like stepping on an electronic synthesizer. 🏯The Ancient City of Jingjue gave me goosebumps! The 1,600-year-old glutinous rice dumpling in the Minfeng Museum still has teeth marks on it...The broken wooden door bolt still has woolen threads from the Western Han Dynasty stuck on it. The guide suddenly said, "You may be stepping on the back garden of the King of Jingjue." ⛰️The Kunlun Mountains are so beautiful that I am speechless! The water in the Grand Canyon is Tiffany blue! I was screaming in pain from the cold while wading in the water, and when I looked up I saw snow leopard footprints (the guide said they were fresh traces from three days ago). There is a herdsman's yogurt shop hidden at the bend of Tianlu. You can drink freshly squeezed camel milk by sprinkling some salt on it. 🍢Hotan Night Market! The 5-yuan yogurt rice dumpling is drizzled with honey, and the baked egg should be goose egg (with saffron + honey). The most amazing thing is that the uncle at the steamed bun stall saw me taking pictures, and suddenly broke open the bun and stuffed a piece of lamb tail fat inside - "It will look better if the pictures are juicy." 📸Photography locations: 1. Sand dunes on the east side of Dariyabuyi Ancient Village (the silhouette of poplar trees is beautiful at sunrise) 2. Red willow bushes outside the Niya Ruins (light penetrates the ruins at 4 pm) 3. Boundary marker No. 23 of Kunlun Sky Road (you can take photos of snow-capped mountains + canyons + winding mountain roads at the same time) ‼ ️Real complaints: ▫️The temperature in the desert will drop to 5℃ in the middle of the night, so bring a down liner ▫️The grandfather in the old teahouse in Shache will pull you to dance the Maixilaifu, so it is recommended to wear loose pants #

#Mainland Travel Shache is a famous tourist city in Kashgar Prefecture, Xinjiang, China. Every day, thousands of tourists come here for sightseeing and vacation. This time I will introduce a travel guide about Shache. Recommended attractions: Intangible Cultural Heritage Expo Park (Yarkand Palace): The rebuilt palace is grand in scale and has a Central Asian style. The Tomb of the Yarkand Khanate: The ticket price is 15 yuan. The Tomb of the Yarkand Khanate consists of three parts. The white building is the memorial mausoleum of Amanisa, the editor of the local traditional music "Twelve Muqams"! Old Town: Recha Road and Golbagh Road, two must-visit streets. Qiare Road (Old City Road) is a main street with authentic Western life and all kinds of shops on both sides of the street. Golbagh Road is a pedestrian street next to the royal mausoleum. Famous movie theaters, old teahouses and ice cream shops are all on the street. When you feel tired, find a teahouse, buy a pot of tea, listen to the locals chatting and singing, and experience the life of the Shache people. City transportation: In Shache, the starting fare for a taxi is only 5 yuan, and since the city is not big, the maximum fare will not exceed 10 yuan. Travel Recommendations: Citywalk route: Yarkand Khanate Palace ~ Old City Road ~ Qiasu Road ~ Old Cinema Teahouse ~ New Unity Tea Shop ~ Azina Ancient Temple ~ Xuanzang Lecture Platform ~ Kazanqi Old Street ~ Shache City Gate ~ Shache Mansion ~ Adelaise Workshop

It is said that taking a train across the desert can take you back to the feeling of life in the old Uyghur city ten years ago. In order to try the signature roasted pigeon from Kamum’s hometown, which makes the locals drool when they talk about it, we experienced the hard seats and soft sleepers on Xinjiang trains and made a one-day quick trip to Shache! Don’t ask me if it’s fun or not, you’ll just have to try it yourself! 💪

Come to Kashgar Region - Kizilsu for an exciting 7-day trip! Here, you will enjoy an authentic Xinjiang breakfast, enjoy the unique perspective of drone aerial vlogs, taste the relaxation of wild luxury afternoon tea, and feel the magnificence of nature under the sunset starry sky. Don’t forget to experience the exotic style of the Tajik Western Region, it will surely make your trip worthwhile! / 🛤️ Route suggestions D1: The Kashgar Exploration Tour opens🚩, the first stop is the ancient city of Kashgar, stroll through the streets and alleys of the ancient city, and feel the cultural charm of the Western Regions. D2: White Sand Mountain ⛰️ - White Sand Lake Scenic Area, appreciate the pure beauty of nature - enjoy the China-Pakistan Friendship Road, witness the friendship between the two countries - overlook Gonggeltao and Muztag Glacier Park 🏔️, feel the magnificence of the glacier - Taheman Wetland Park Observation Deck, enjoy the wetland scenery - experience Tajik traditional dwellings🏠, integrate into local life. D3: Explore the Pamir Tourist Area, explore the mystery of the plateau - Kashgar Ancient Stone City, listen to the echo of history - Xinjiang Pamir Plateau Aral National Wetland Park🌿, get close to nature - Challenge Panlong Ancient Road, feel the eighteen bends of the mountain road - Bandil Blue Lake and Kerakul Lake Scenic Area, indulge in the lake and mountains. D4: Muji Crater🌋 Explore the secret and feel the power of the earth - Shache County Intangible Cultural Heritage Expo Park, appreciate the charm of intangible cultural heritage. D5: Tour of the Old Town Scenic Area, taste the charm of the ancient city - N39 Desert Exploration Base 🏜️, open an interesting desert journey. D6: Wuqia Colorful Mountain, enjoy the colorful mountains - Tianshan Kunlun Mountains intersect, feel the majesty of the mountains - Smhana Village 🏡, visit the border village - Ilkashtan Port, learn the style of the country - China's West Pole Stone Monument, leave unforgettable photos📸. D7: The trip to Kashgar ends successfully 🎉, shuttle down by car 🚘, and embark on the journey home with beautiful memories. Looking forward to seeing you next time! / Essentials before the trip: 🎒 👕 Clothing: day and night temperature difference, bring a thick jacket, warm underwear, and light spring clothes, do not forget waterproof non-slip hiking shoes. 🎩 Accessories: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, no one can be less, but also charger, thermos, at any time to last and drink water. 📂 Documents: Mainland China ID card, border defense card, student card, elderly card and other preferential documents are brought together. 💊Medicine: cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine, and mosquito bite spray, in case of emergency. 🍞 Food: Prepare some dry food, such as bread, biscuits, and bottled water to replenish energy. 📷 Photography: Camera, spare battery, storage card, record beautiful moments. 💵 Cash: Although electronic payment is popular, but prepare some cash just in case, the signal in mountainous areas may not be good. / Kashgar region - Kizilsu, stories and scenery coexist, do not miss every exciting part here! 🎉Looking forward to your travel stories~

First time in Kizilsu-Kashgar? Don't miss this 7-day essential travel guide! Witness the magnificent sunrise over Muztagh Ata, experience desert sunrises and sunsets, stroll through the ancient city to discover movie locations, and explore unique experiences like drone aerial photography and Tajik eagle dances! -------------------- 📅Itinerary: D1: Departure ✈️ Arrival in Kashgar ✨Arrive in Kashgar and embark on a mystical journey through Southern Xinjiang! Enjoy a private transfer and personalized 1-on-1 service for a hassle-free exploration. D2: Oytagh Red Valley -> White Sand Mountain-White Sand Lake Scenic Area -> Muztagh Ata Glacier Park -> Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County 🏞️Traverse the Red Valley, admire the scenic beauty of White Sand Mountain and White Sand Lake, witness the sunrise over Muztagh Ata, and experience the tranquility of Taxkorgan. D3: Pamir Tourist Area -> Pamir Golden Grassland-Observation Deck -> Kashgar Old Stone City -> Panlong Ancient Road -> Wakhan Corridor -> Bandi'er Lake 🌄Explore the wonders of the Pamir Plateau, capture aerial footage of the Golden Grassland and Panlong Ancient Road with a drone, discover the historical traces of Kashgar Old Stone City, experience the profound Wakhan Corridor, and immerse yourself in the purity of Bandi'er Lake. D4: Muztagh Ata -> Muztagh Ata Glacier Park 🏔️Revisit Muztagh Ata and the Glacier Park, delve deeper into the magnificence and mystery of the glaciers, and create unforgettable memories. D5: Buzhou Mountain Luxury Camp -- Taklamakan Desert Camp 🚜Cross the Pamir Plateau in an off-road vehicle and embark on a light night hike to explore the secrets of the desert. Camp in the Taklamakan Desert, listen to the intangible cultural heritage of the Twelve Muqam, dance with the stars, and enjoy the gifts of nature. D6: Old City Scenic Area -> Kashgar Old City 🏰Stroll through the Old City Scenic Area and Kashgar Old City, take a city walk to discover filming locations from "The Kite Runner," and experience the historical charm and cultural atmosphere of the ancient city. D7: Kashgar ✈️ Return 🛫Enjoy a transfer to the airport based on your return flight schedule, concluding your delightful Southern Xinjiang journey. Looking forward to seeing you again soon~ -------------------- Essential Travel Tips: - Local Customs: Respect local Uyghur customs and avoid photographing religious ceremonies 🙅‍♀️. - Food: Must-try Kashgar baked buns and lamb skewers – don't miss out on the deliciousness 🍖! - Airport Transportation: Convenient transportation from Kizilsu to Kashgar Airport, with a flight time of approximately 1 hour 🛫. - Ancient City Tour: Explore Kashgar Old City and experience the charm of its thousand-year history 🏰. - Plateau Scenery: Ascend the Pamir Plateau to witness the breathtaking scenery of snow-capped mountains and grasslands 🏔️. -------------------- 🎉Kizilsu-Kashgar region awaits your exploration! Remember to like and save this post to embark on your unique journey~🌟

Shache, a thousand-year-old ancient city located in the southwestern border of Xinjiang, is an important post station on the ancient Silk Road. 📍Detailed address: Shache County is located on the western edge of the Taklimakan Desert, about 200 kilometers away from Kashgar City. It is an important transportation hub in southern Xinjiang and an important birthplace of Uyghur culture. 🚉Transportation strategy: 🚂Train: Departing from Kashgar Station, there are multiple trains every day, the ticket price is 22.5-28.5 yuan, and the journey takes about 2 hours. 🚙Self-driving: The Kashgar-Shache Expressway is open, and the journey takes about 2.5 hours. You can enjoy the scenery of the Southern Xinjiang Gobi Desert along the way. 🗓One-day tour itinerary: [One] Yingjisha County Earthenware Village 🏺 Yingjisha County Earthenware Village Scenic Area), 15 kilometers away from Shache County, visit Shache intangible cultural heritage - Uyghur traditional earthenware workshop, watch potters making pottery by hand, and experience DIY pottery making. [Two] Yarkand Khan Palace 🕌Yarkand Khan Palace Shache County Intangible Cultural Heritage Expo Park Visit the palace buildings from the Yarkand Khanate period and experience the traditional Uyghur architectural art and court culture. [Three] Yarkand Khanate Mausoleum 🕍Amanisa Khan Memorial Mausoleum Visit the mausoleum complex where 12 Khans are buried, and listen to the legendary story of Princess Amanishahan and the Twelve Muqams. [Four] Shache Old Town⛪️Old Town Scenic Area Shache Ancient City Gate Old Town Scenic Area Kazanqi Street Stroll along Kazanqi Street, experience the urban life in southern Xinjiang, check in at the century-old teahouse, and taste the local special teas. 🌟Highlights: 1⃣It is recommended to watch the Twelve Muqam performance in the evening🎸. At the Shache Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum or the Old Town Square, you can enjoy the Twelve Muqam, known as the "Pearl of Oriental Music", and immerse yourself in the charm of Uyghur music and dance. 2⃣ Pottery making experience ⚱, shape and paint patterns by yourself, and take away a unique pottery souvenir (the experience lasts about 1 hour and costs about 50-100 yuan). [Tableware] Restaurant recommendations: Lunch recommendation: Muqam Hometown Restaurant in Shache County: Taste Shache’s special pigeon feast (roasted pigeon, pigeon soup, pigeon noodles), the meat is tender and the aftertaste is endless. In addition to the pigeon feast, you can try Shache’s special desserts (yogurt rice dumplings, almond ice cream [Taro]). Take in the thousand-year-old splendor of Shache in one day. From palaces to pottery villages, from camel bells to muqam, Shache tells the story of the ancient city of the Silk Road with its unique rhythm.

Yarkant, as an important town on the southern route of the ancient Silk Road, still retains some of the Silk Road's cultural heritage. According to the "Great Tang Records on the Western Regions", the Tang Dynasty Xuanzang returned from the Western Regions to obtain the scriptures. In 643 AD, he passed through Yarkant and preached to the local residents for 3 days. At that time, Yarkant had less than 30,000 people, but every day 10,000 people came to listen to the scriptures. The preaching activities not only demonstrated Xuanzang's religious influence, but also reflected the profound foundation and widespread spread of Buddhist culture in the local area. The Xuanzang Cultural Exhibition Hall is located at the site of the Nuru Zidun site where Xuanzang preached. The exhibition hall uses the "site + art + technology" exhibition method to display the eastward spread of Buddhism on the Silk Road through physical objects, scenes, sculptures, multimedia and other forms. And the story of Xuanzang's journey to the west to obtain the scriptures, as well as the influence of Buddhism on the culture of the Western Regions and the Central Plains.

Shache is located on the southern route of the ancient Silk Road, two hours by train from Kashgar. Perhaps because Kashgar has a larger area and is more famous, it has been developed into a more touristy place. Shache, on the other hand, has preserved a more original appearance, which is more natural and friendly. For example, these quiet and beautiful alleys in the old city of Shache, which are full of life, are the scenery that restores life and the days that become poetry. Wandering in the alley, the sound of horse hooves came from behind, and when I looked back, it was a surprise. The legend of the Western Region horse suddenly appeared and immediately went away, disappearing in the depths of the alley...