Tourist Guide to Kuqa King's Mansion
The residence of the last king of Kuqa
The Kuqa Prince's Mansion was the residence of the Kuqa Hui Prince conferred during the Qing Dynasty. The last prince, Dawuti·Maihesuti, lived here until 2014. The Kucha Museum and the city wall ruins within the mansion are the core of cultural tourism in Kuqa.
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Destination Details
Kuqa Wangfu is located in the urban area of Kuqa City. It was the residence of the Prince of the Kuqa Hui during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, and the existing buildings have been restored to their original appearance. The last hereditary 'Prince of Kuqa' in China, Dawuti Mahe Suti, lived here until his death, so the palace is therefore called the 'Last Palace.'
Highlights to See
- Palace Exhibition: The bedroom, photos, and personal belongings of the last Prince of Kuqa offer a window into the modern history of southern Xinjiang.
- Kucha Museum: The museum features reproductions of Kucha murals and excavated cultural relics; visiting here before going to the Kizil Caves greatly enhances the experience.
- Qing Dynasty City Wall Ruins: The back courtyard of the palace preserves a section of the ancient Kucha city wall, which you can climb for a distant view.
Best Time to Visit
It can be visited year-round, taking about an hour to tour; together with Kuqa Grand Mosque, Hotan Old Street, and Kizil Gaha Beacon Tower, it forms a one-day cultural itinerary in Kuqa.
Transportation and Connections
Within walking distance in Kuqa City; the southern Silk Road route (Kuqa—Baicheng—Shaya) usually starts here.
