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Kashgar

Posted on November 3, 2013 by Justin • 6 Comments

Pressed up against the border with Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, Kashgar – also known as Kashi – is the westernmost city in China. Frequently described as the best-preserved example of a traditional Islamic city to be found in Central Asia, it is hard not to like Kashgar: We’ve already covered the “Kashgar Night Market” and so … Continue reading →

The Kashgar Night Market
Places We Go / Xinjiang (Uighur Tour)

The Kashgar Night Market

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Justin • 5 Comments

A beggar at the Kashgar Night Market: Yes, don’t fret, I gave the beggar some money… When approaching the area, one can usually hear Kashgar’s Night Market before they can see it. Granted, we were visiting during Ramadan and so activity was particularly boisterous at sunset when the fast was broken, but I have it … Continue reading →

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