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The heart of Kashgar Old Town: one of the largest mosques in China, with the square in front of the mosque serving as the starting point of the old town. This article explains the visiting etiquette, opening hours, and recommended combinations with the old town.
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Destination Details
Etiqail Mosque is located at the main gate of Kashgar's ancient city. The yellow walls and green gates, together with the square in front of the temple, form a spiritual landmark of Kashgar. On the morning of the festival, when the Sadar ritual drums sound, the entire square is packed with people, making it one of the most breathtaking cultural scenes in southern Xinjiang
Visiting Points
- Courtyard and Scripture Hall: Inside the courtyard, poplars tower and shaded pavilions. The wooden pillars and painted paintings of the lecture hall are worth a leisurely view
- Directions for the pigeons in the square and the old teahouse: feed pigeons in the square, take panoramic photos of the temple gate, then walk into the ancient town
- Worship hours: Visitors are temporarily closed five times daily during the holiday period, with staggered schedules
Visitor etiquette
Dress past the knees and not reveal; Keep the courtyard quiet and do not take close-up photos of worshippers without permission; Female visitors are advised to bring a scarf. Non-Muslim visitors may visit the open areas; tickets are subject to the on-site announcement
Route combination
The mosque is right at the entrance to the ancient city. After watching the opening ceremony (in the morning), you can enter directly into the city, walking along Wusitang Boyi Road to the century-old teahouse, with cultural themes along the way
