A Guide to Experiences at the Century-Old Teahouses of Kashgar
An Old Town Afternoon in a Pot of Tea
The century-old teahouse in Kashgar is located on Wusitang Boyi Road. On the second floor, a wooden railing encloses a tea area, where elderly people sit cross-legged, drinking tea, eating nang, and chatting for an entire afternoon. The cost of tea is so cheap that it is almost symbolic; what you are buying is not the tea itself, but the most leisurely sense of time in the old city.
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Destination Details
The teahouse has been in operation for over a hundred years and was once a resting place for Silk Road caravans. Today, it serves as a social venue for the elderly of the old city. Sometimes there are performances, and amidst the sound of the dutar, tea drinkers each quietly enjoy their time. Outside the window is Copperware Alley, and the street below is always bustling.
Experience Highlights
- Second floor by the window: The wooden rail view is the most classic spot for photographing old city street scenes
- Ordering tea: Herbal tea and brick tea, paired with nang (flatbread) and almonds are sufficient
- Time: Open from morning to evening; the afternoon has the most elderly visitors and the most authentic atmosphere
When there are few people, take photos quietly and avoid pointing the camera directly at the elderly's faces. Cash tips for tea and snacks are optional; just show respect.
