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Exploring the Ancient City of Kashgar: A Two-Hour Walking Tour of Xinjiang, China

Kashgar is a city in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China, and is known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant markets. This two-hour walking tour of Kashgar will take you through the city’s most interesting sites, and provide you with plenty of opportunities to shop and eat along the way.

The tour will begin at the Id Kah Mosque (Latitude: 39.4700, Longitude: 75.9800), the largest mosque in China. This 15th century mosque is a stunning example of Islamic architecture, and is a great place to start your tour.

From there, you will head to the Old Town (Latitude: 39.4700, Longitude: 75.9800), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you can explore the narrow streets and alleyways, and admire the traditional mud-brick houses.

Next, you will make your way to the Sunday Market (Latitude: 39.4700, Longitude: 75.9800), a bustling bazaar where you can find everything from spices and fabrics to jewelry and carpets. This is a great place to pick up souvenirs and gifts.

Afterwards, you will head to the Abakh Khoja Tomb (Latitude: 39.4700, Longitude: 75.9800), a 17th century mausoleum that is considered one of the most important Islamic sites in China.

From there, you will make your way to the Grand Bazaar (Latitude: 39.4700, Longitude: 75.9800), a vibrant market where you can find a variety of goods, from traditional Uyghur clothing to handmade crafts.

After exploring the Grand Bazaar, you will head to the People’s Square (Latitude: 39.4700, Longitude: 75.9800), a popular gathering place for locals. Here, you can watch traditional Uyghur performances, or simply take in the atmosphere.

For lunch, you can stop at the Uyghur Restaurant (Latitude: 39.4700, Longitude: 75.9800), where you can sample traditional Uyghur dishes such as lagman (noodles with vegetables and meat) and samsa (meat-filled pastries).

Finally, you will end your tour at the Tomb of Apak Hoja (Latitude: 39.4700, Longitude: 75.9800), a 16th century mausoleum that is considered one of the most important Islamic sites in China.

This two-hour walking tour of Kashgar will provide you with a unique insight into the city’s culture and history, as well as plenty of opportunities to shop and eat along the way.

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