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Ancient City of Malikawat

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Introduction Located on the west bank of the Yurungkash River, about 25 kilometers southeast of Hotan City, it is said to be the site of the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Khotan during the Han Dynasty, with a history of over 1,500 years. The ruins stretch approximately 1,500 meters from north to south, tapering from top to bottom at both ends, measuring 750 meters and 450 meters respectively. There are hundreds of stone bases scattered across the site, with a dense concentration in the southwest, likely the location of government offices. These stone bases suggest the grandeur of the buildings that once stood here. In the center of the ruins lies the remains of a pottery kiln, believed to have been part of the commercial and industrial area. The northeast section may have been a residential area, where Buddhist temples were also located. Surrounded by sandy hills, the site offers views that extend to the shadowy outline of the Kunlun Mountains. A large number of ancient coins, such as Han Dynasty wuzhu coins, have been unearthed here, along with bronze Buddha statues, jade artifacts, clay sculptures, and murals.

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The Ancient City of Malikawat is a cultural tourism attraction.

Introduction Located on the west bank of the Yurungkash River, about 25 kilometers southeast of Hotan City, it is said to be the site of the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Khotan during the Han Dynasty, with a history of over 1,500 years. The ruins stretch approximately 1,500 meters from north to south, tapering from top to bottom at both ends, measuring 750 meters and 450 meters respectively. There are hundreds of stone bases scattered across the site, with a dense concentration in the southwest, likely the location of government offices. These stone bases suggest the grandeur of the buildings that once stood here. In the center of the ruins lies the remains of a pottery kiln, believed to have been part of the commercial and industrial area. The northeast section may have been a residential area, where Buddhist temples were also located. Surrounded by sandy hills, the site offers views that extend to the shadowy outline of the Kunlun Mountains. A large number of ancient coins, such as Han Dynasty wuzhu coins, have been unearthed here, along with bronze Buddha statues, jade artifacts, clay sculptures, and murals.

Hotan, Xinjiang