Scenic spot introduction:
Idiga National Cultural Tourism Scenic Area is located in Kashgar City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The scenic spot mainly relies on the potential tourism resources of the Idiga Mosque and the surrounding old city. The Idiga Gold Jewelry Street is currently the largest gold jewelry transaction in Kashgar City. Market; in the folk products street, you can see many historical relics and special products, and you can also participate in the processing and production in person. The Idiga Mosque was first built in 1442 AD and is the largest Islamic mosque in Xinjiang and even the country. The Edigah Square outside the mosque is an important place for daily activities of Kashgar Muslims. Climb the sightseeing tower to get a bird's eye view of the scenic area. Id Kah Folk Culture Tourism Area is a scenic spot that integrates ancient architecture, cultural relics, markets, handicraft displays, folk culture, and Western Region customs.Attractions distribution:
The main attractions in the scenic area include: Idiga Gold Jewelry Street, Folk Products Street, Idiga Mosque, Idiga Square, Sightseeing Tower, and Kashgar Folk Museum.Scenic spot qualifications:
National 4A-level scenic spot and autonomous region key cultural relics protection unitScenic spot features:
photography, hiking, sightseeing, vacation, religion, monumentsAttraction Address
Travel Guide
Travel Notes of Travellers:
- Travel guide: Southern Xinjiang seven-day travel guide 2018
Tour route:
Recommended route for one-day tour of Kashgar Idiga Folk Culture Tourism Scenic Area:
Idiga Gold Jewelry Street→ Folk Products Street→ Idiga Square→ Idiga Mosque→ Sightseeing Tower→ Kashgar Folk Museum.
Best time to visit:
Every year in August and September, the climate is mild and the fruits are ripe, making it extremely suitable for sightseeing and vacation.
Shopping recommendations:
Figs, almonds, pomegranates, melons, Kashgar handicrafts, grapes and raisins, etc.
Tourist Transportation
Scenic spot location:
China>Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region>Kashgar Prefecture>Kashgar City
How to get there:
From downtown Kashgar, take bus No. 2, 8, 13, 28, or 77 and get off at Aitiga Station. You can also take minibuses.
Scenic area map:
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Attraction Tickets
Aitiga ticket price:
Idiga Mosque: 15 yuan; Kashgar Folk Museum: 50 yuan.
Scenic area opening hours:
Open all day.