Kashgar pottery boasts a long history, with production dating back to the Neolithic Age. By the Han and Jin dynasties, it had evolved into painted pottery, characterized by an ancient and unique ethnic style. Among the pottery of Kashgar, antique-style pottery is especially renowned. It inherits traditional craftsmanship while incorporating innovations, offering both decorative and practical value. The main varieties of Kashgar pottery include: bowls, dishes,…
Pamir Glacier Mineral Water is a mineral water product produced using glacial water from Mount Muztagh Ata in Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, Kashgar Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China. Due to Mount Muztagh Ata’s location on the Pamir Plateau and its unique environment, the mineral water produced here is characterized as “rare, precious, natural, and healthy.”
Bachu poplar mushrooms belong to the famous morel family. They are mainly produced in counties such as Bachu and Maigaiti in the Kashgar region, earning them the nickname “ginseng of the desert.” These mushrooms are a high-end health food, rich in protein, various vitamins, and 20 types of amino acids. The annual harvest is around 10 tons. …
Populus euphratica Chicken is raised by farmers in Bachu County by free-ranging native and broiler chicken breeds in natural Populus euphratica forests, allowing them to forage freely. Their diet mainly consists of spring caterpillars, mushrooms, and herbs. This breed is primarily found in Bachu County, with a current population of 260,000 birds.…
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Bachu Roast Fish is a traditional delicacy of Kashgar, with the roast fish from Bachu County being especially renowned. It is tender, not fishy, crispy, delicious, and has a unique flavor. The preparation method is as follows: several fresh live fish are cleaned, split open along the belly, and spread out into two fillets. Several wooden sticks about the thickness of chopsticks are inserted horizontally through the skin of the fish, and then a slightly thicker stick, about 20 centimeters longer than the fish…
"Whole Lamb Stewed in Flatbread" evolved from "Lamb Wrapped in Flatbread," but they are two dishes with completely different styles. "Lamb Wrapped in Flatbread" is a traditional dish from Xinjiang, mainly prepared by the Uyghur people. It involves cutting lamb ribs into small pieces without removing the bones, cooking them in a pot, and then serving them poured over a piece of flatbread (a staple food in Xinjiang)...
Historically, the commonly used method was to dry fresh apricots into dried fruits for storage. There are two drying methods: one involves sulfur fumigation for bleaching before sun-drying, and the other is direct sun-drying. The former type of dried apricots is easier to store, while the latter is more prone to pest infestation during storage. Farmers often mix crushed mineral salt with the dried apricots before bagging them, and store them in warehouses that have been treated for rats and insects...
According to historical records, Yecheng County in the Kashgar region of Xinjiang has a walnut cultivation history of over 2,000 years. Located in the southern part of the Taklamakan Desert, Yecheng County currently has the largest walnut planting area among all counties in Xinjiang, earning it the title of China’s “Hometown of Walnuts.” It is reported that walnut production in Yecheng County in 2010…
The Hami apricot is one of the specialties of Yingjisha County in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Yingjisha County is known as the "Hometown of China's Hami Apricot." The "Hami apricot" is named after its cultivator, Hamit, and is said to have been introduced from West Asia. It has been cultivated in Yingjisha County for over 400 years, boasts excellent quality and rich nutrition, and is praised as the "Jade Pearl of the Ice Mountain"...
Xinjiang Big Plate Chicken is a famous dish from the Xinjiang region, originating around the late 1980s. It mainly uses chicken chunks and potato cubes, cooked with flat noodles. This dish features vibrant colors, with tender, spicy, and smooth chicken alongside soft, sweet, and glutinous potatoes. The spice is fragrant, the texture balances roughness with finesse, and it’s affordable—making it perfect for gatherings with family and friends. The ingredients…
Our ancestors discovered the remarkable medicinal value of Xinjiang Cistanche early on. It is classified as a top-grade herb in the *Shennong Bencao Jing* (The Divine Farmer's Materia Medica), which states that it is primarily used to treat “five types of exhaustion and seven types of injuries, to nourish the middle, dispel cold and heat pain in the body, nourish the five internal organs, strengthen yin, enrich essence and qi, lighten the body with prolonged use, invigorate health, strengthen yin, strengthen the kidneys, enhance yang, and serve as a tonic herb.” Cistanche is also known as…
“A bowl of clear broth with tender meat, leaving fragrance that lingers for three years”—this is how we describe the Basin Basin Meat of Xinjiang. With its savory broth, tender meat, delicious taste, and rich nutrition, it’s a beloved dish enjoyed by the people of Xinjiang all year round. The term “Basin Basin Meat” first appeared in the late Qing Dynasty, but that wasn’t the same as the Basin Basin Meat we have in Xinjiang today. Instead, it was a dish created by the Hui people at Chengdu’s Huangchengba during the late Qing period…
The Tarim Pigeon is a local breed domesticated and selectively bred from wild pigeons. It boasts good nutritional and medicinal value, with a protein content as high as 19.7%, low fat content, and is easy to digest. It is mainly distributed in areas such as Kashgar, Hotan, and Aksu. The annual stock stands at 12 million birds, with an annual slaughter of 25 million birds. …
The Bactrian camels of the Tarim Basin are a robust indigenous breed known for their strong fiber, milk, and meat production capabilities. They are large in stature and highly resilient to harsh conditions such as extreme heat, drought, and sandstorms. These camels graze year-round on desert pastures. Adult male camels stand over 180 cm tall and weigh around 550 kg, while adult females reach about 176 cm in height and weigh approximately 480 kg...
The Xinjiang donkey is a small-sized breed known for its sturdy build, straight back and loin, and relatively short limbs. Adult male donkeys average a height of 116 cm and weigh 181.3 kg, while adult females average 107.7 cm in height and 156 kg in weight. The Xinjiang donkey adapts well to desert ecological conditions, exhibits rapid growth and development, and has high production performance. Its slaughter rate…
Hetian Yimuchang Lamb. The 1st Pasture of the 14th Division of the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps is located within Cele County, Hetian, situated on the southern edge of the Taklamakan Desert and the northwest slope of the Kunlun Mountains, at an altitude of 2,300–4,500 meters. The pasture boasts 84,406 hectares of natural grassland, of which 79,346 hectares are usable — accounting for...
Black Jade Grapes are a specialty of Moyu County in Hotan Prefecture, Xinjiang. The climate conditions in Moyu County are highly suitable for grape cultivation, and the area has been honored as the “Hometown of Seedless White Grapes in China.” Moyu’s geographical location is quite unique—it extends deep into the hinterland of the Taklamakan Desert to the north and is surrounded by desert on three sides. The climate is dry and hot, with abundant sunlight resources, long…
Kawake Township is located in the northern part of Moyu County, forming a narrow oasis belt stretching southwest to northeast. The township government is approximately 52 kilometers from the county seat. To the north, it borders the Taklamakan Desert region, characterized by dry and hot climate conditions that are highly conducive to the growth of grapes (China Specialty Network, featuring China’s specialties, …).
The Kuyayi Knife is a traditional handicraft of the Uyghur people with a long history. Named after its main production area, Kuyayi Township, it is one of Xinjiang’s specially needed ethnic products and a traditional, well-known handicraft. It boasts an elegant design, with a flat, shiny blade and a handle carved with various patterns. …