[2025 Shache Attraction] Travel Guide for Kazanchi Street in the Old City Scenic Area (Updated Mar)

From Kashgar to Shache, set aside a day to immerse yourself in Shache. January 30, 2025 Lunar New Year is the off-season. There are few tourists in the Shache Kazanqi, making it perfect for a leisurely stroll without the crowds. The architecture is exceptionally unique, and every building is vibrantly colored. The people of this land have a special fondness for color, and their love for life is evident. The ruins of the ancient city of Shache are also distinctive. Here, you can experience the ancient battlefield and feel the indomitable spirit of humanity's continuous struggle for a free and beautiful life. Tips There are many delicious local specialties, which you can find on various review platforms. Buy fruits sold on the roadside, especially the Hami melons, which are affordable and delicious. Tips There are numerous high-speed trains between Kashgar and Shache throughout the day, offering convenient and fast travel while enjoying the scenery along the way. Tips Taxis are readily available within Shache city, and the ancient city seamlessly blends with the modern urban concept. Tips It's very safe; the entire Xinjiang region is very safe. Tips These are unedited photos straight from my phone. There are so many photos from my trip to southern Xinjiang that I haven't had time to organize them 😂

Hey guys, here's a guide for an 8-day trip to Aksu, Xinjiang! This guide is all you need to explore Aksu. It's full of useful information, so save it now! -- 🚩Itinerary: Day 1: Tianshan Tomur Grand Canyon Explore the spectacular canyon and marvel at the wonders of nature. Day 2: Dolan Tribe Visit the Dolan Tribe to experience unique folk culture and customs. Day 3: China's Westernmost Monument Visit the westernmost point of China and make unforgettable memories. Day 4: Kazanqi Street in the Old Town Stroll along Kazanqi Street and enjoy the historical and cultural atmosphere of the ancient city. Day 5: Kashgar Old Town Explore Kashgar Old Town and discover the traces of ancient civilization. Day 6: Karakul Lake Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Karakul Lake and the tranquility of the mountains and lakes. Day 7: Baisha Mountain and Baisha Lake Climb Baisha Mountain and overlook Baisha Lake to enjoy the magnificent scenery of the desert and mountains. Day 8: Kashgar to Chongqing End your wonderful trip to Xinjiang and return to Chongqing from Kashgar. -- Must-visit attractions: ✨ Kashgar Old Town: Stroll through the ancient city and experience the unique architecture and crisscrossing streets, as if traveling through time and space. 🏞️ Tianshan Tomur Grand Canyon: This is a living museum of geological evolution in Xinjiang, and the spectacular geological wonders are breathtaking. 🌊 Karakul Lake: Located at the foot of Mount Muztagh Ata, the lake is crystal clear, like a pearl on the plateau. 🏔️ Baisha Mountain and Baisha Lake: The rocks on the top of Baisha Mountain have turned into powder, and the lakes and rivers at the foot of the mountain form a beautiful picture. -- Travel tips: 📸 Photo spots: Tianshan Grand Canyon and Kizil Thousand-Buddha Caves. The red cliffs and Buddhist culture make for great photos! 🛍️ Local specialties: Aksu walnuts are of high quality and affordable, making them a great gift. ❄️ November weather: The temperature difference is large, with daytime temperatures around 9°C and nighttime temperatures dropping to -3°C. Remember to bring a thick coat to keep warm. 🎉 Customs: Experience a Uyghur wedding and the traditional Osman eyebrow dyeing. There are many folk activities, so don't miss out! -- Come to Aksu and experience the unique charm of Xinjiang! Don't forget to like and save this guide, and start your Aksu journey! 🚀

All of them are on Kazanqi Street, and the owners are all very nice. If you pass by, you can go in and have a look. 1️⃣ Golden Hand Carpet: The owner is very enthusiastic and invited us into the store, turned on the lights for us, and let us admire the beautiful carpets. He also agreed to let us take photos and waited for us for a long time. 2️⃣ The naan at the street entrance next to the old teahouse: It's a small stall, and the naan is very delicious, especially the honey-flavored one. 3️⃣ A musical instrument shop on the left side of the old movie teahouse: The music played by the owner is also very nice.

It wasn't until I arrived at Kazanqi Street in Shache County that I realized this was what I had originally expected to see in the Old Town of Kashgar. No deliberate pandering, you are naturally relaxed, I just want to see what your daily life looks like. Kazanqi Street was formed in 1870. In Uyghur, "Kazanqi" means "people who make a living by casting pots." Kazanqi Street got its name because a large number of folk craftsmen who made and sold iron and copper pots gathered here in history. Today's Kazanqi Street is a characteristic alley that integrates various folk skills such as food, handicrafts, and tea culture. It turns out that Shache County is the counterpart of Shanghai's aid. On this year's "May 19 China Tourism Day," Kazanqi Street in the Old Town Scenic Area of Shache was awarded the tourism brand of "Autonomous Region-level Tourism and Leisure Street" by the Department of Culture and Tourism of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. In response to the shortcomings mentioned in the 4A rating of the Old Town Scenic Area, the Shanghai Aid Xinjiang Team implemented the Shache Old Town Tourism Facility Improvement Project in 2023, carrying out the repair of characteristic street facades (walls), the improvement of tourist route signs and ecological facilities, and the beautification and lighting of 40 characteristic alleys in the historical and cultural district. But no matter what changes are made, the original residents must be kept. If all the businesses are outsiders, it would be meaningless to become another Old Town of Kashgar.