Historical Site
Gaotai Folk Houses
Kashgar, China
2-3 hours
About
Standing on a 40‑meter‑high loess cliff across from the east gate of Kashgar Old Town, Gaotai Folk Houses is a time‑honored Uyghur settlement with stacked raw‑earth dwellings, criss‑crossing narrow alleys and distinctive overhead corridor buildings. Well‑preserved traditional folk architecture, local pottery workshops and intangible‑cultural‑heritage craft studios can be found inside, presenting authentic Silk‑Road ethnic folk customs and the unique wisdom of local earth‑building techniques.
Travel Tips
- Wear non‑slip comfortable shoes, as alleys are rugged with slopes and stone steps.
- Gain consent before taking photos of local craftsmen and residents out of respect for privacy.
- Do not scratch or damage ancient adobe walls and wooden building components.
- Strong sunshine all year round, bring sunscreen, hats and sun glasses.
- Some lanes twist and turn, follow signposts to avoid getting lost.
- Extra fees apply for pottery‑making hands‑on experience and individual handicraft products.
- Keep valuables safe while wandering through narrow crowded lanes.
Facilities
Photography Allowed
AdmissionFree Entry
Opening Hours
Mon10:00 - 22:00
Tue10:00 - 22:00
Wed10:00 - 22:00
Thu10:00 - 22:00
Fri10:00 - 22:00
Sat10:00 - 22:00
Sun10:00 - 22:00
Best Time to Visit
April‑October; early morning or late sunset hours for soft warm light on adobe walls.